Columbia Heights Public Schools Closed Due to Bomb Threat

February 2, 2026 • Google News World

Columbia Heights Public Schools Closed Due to Bomb Threat

On Monday, Columbia Heights Public Schools were closed due to a reported bomb threat. According to authorities, the school district made the decision to close schools as a precautionary measure.

Police officials stated that no explosive device was found at any of the affected schools. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

In addition to Columbia Heights Public Schools, another Minneapolis school was also closed due to a similar hoax threat. The School of Minneapolis, which serves children aged 5, was temporarily shut down after an individual claiming to be from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) made a bomb threat.

The school district has confirmed that the threat was not credible and that students were safely escorted home by staff members. No arrests have been made in connection with the incident.

Multiple schools across Minneapolis have been affected by hoax threats, prompting authorities to take action. The incidents highlight the importance of vigilance and swift response in preventing potential security breaches.

The Columbia Heights Public Schools district has announced plans to resume normal operations on Tuesday.

Source: Google News World