ASU receives all-clear from law enforcement after threat, students asked to keep sheltering in place

UPDATE:

Alabama State University says it has received the all-clear from law enforcement and university officials, but students are asked to continue sheltering in place. ASU remains closed to the public.

Here is the full statement from ASU:

"Alabama State University has received the all-clear from law enforcement and University officials. While the immediate threat has been resolved, all non-essential day-to-day operations remain suspended for the remainder of the day, and the campus is still closed to the public.

"We are still asking all students to shelter in place in their residence halls until further notice. The safety and well-being of our Hornet family continues to be our top priority."

From earlier:

Alabama State University has announced campus is closed for the remainder of