Even though local elementary schools took extra measures to keep students safe against a reported threat, many students still stayed home Thursday.
A letter had specified that on or about April 24, a mass violence event would take place, and targeted a school in the Northside ISD.
Thursday Police Chief William McManus toured campuses to meet with school leaders. One purpose, he said, was to be visible and to assure parents, staff and others that measures were being taken on all fronts to keep people safe.