SUMMARY: Several historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) were placed on lockdown Thursday due to potential threats to campus safety. Affected schools include Virginia State University, Hampton University, Southern University and A&M College, Bethune-Cookman University, Clark Atlanta University, and Alabama State University. Students and faculty were alerted early Thursday, with some lockdowns lifted by afternoon after law enforcement sweeps. No injuries were reported. School officials and law enforcement are investigating, urging vigilance. Congressman Troy A. Carter condemned the threats, calling for federal action. Classes were canceled Thursday, with some schools extending cancellations. Enhanced security remains in place as the situation develops.

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SUMMARY: A South Korean charter plane landed in Atlanta to repatriate Korean workers detained in a Sept. 4 U.S. immigration raid at a Hyundai battery plant in Georgia. Over 300 South Koreans were among 475 workers arrested, sparking outrage in South Korea. Despite agreements for their release, the workers remain detained; South Korea is negotiating for voluntary departures to avoid bans on returning to the U.S. The raid highlights visa system issues, as many workers used short-term or expired visas. South Korean officials seek new visa quotas for skilled workers amid rising tensions with the U.S. over immigration enforcement.

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SUMMARY: In Ridge Spring, South Carolina, seven of the town’s ten employees—including the police chief, town clerk, and public works director—resigned following a recent mayoral election, leaving minimal staff. Former Police Chief Gerry Grenier modernized the force but resigned due to unclear future plans and poor communication from town leadership. New Mayor James Williams, unaware of the resignations before taking office, acknowledged ongoing communication issues and pledged to rebuild trust and community involvement. Currently, Saluda County deputies patrol the town amid staffing shortages. The focus is now on restaffing town hall and restoring cooperation within the small community.

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