'Hoax threat calls' made to HBCUs Thursday are not credible, FBI says

HAMPTON, Va. — Threat calls made to historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) on Thursday are now being called a hoax by the Norfolk field office of the FBI.

While the FBI did not specifically mention Hampton University or Virginia State University, it said there is "no information to indicate a credible threat."

FBI wouldn't confirm details about specific schools but said there is "no information to indicate a credible threat."

This statement comes after Hampton University officials shared on Thursday that a "credible threat" was made against the university, prompting class cancellations and evacuations on campus. Hampton University Police Chief says threat to school is credible

School officials did not elaborate on the nature of the potential threat. However, all non-esse