The University of Minnesota has closed the Coffman Memorial Union for the day after an undisclosed security threat Monday morning.
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Police were notified of a suspicious package around 11:30 p.m. Sunday, the Star Tribune reported.
The Minneapolis fire chief told KSTP that a “tent bag” showed no safety concerns when it was x-rayed and checked for radiation. The building is a center of activity, housing the campus bookstore and dining area.
Armed officers-searched the building with dogs.
University officials announced Monday afternoon that the union would remain closed for the day but would open at 7 a.m. Tuesday.
Buses and Green Line light rail transit are continuing as scheduled, the Star Tribune said.
Authorities decided to keep the building closed until it could be thoroughly searched.
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Classes are not in session, so university officials don’t believe the closure will affect many students.
