Tensions rise as Portland State plans to reopen Thursday [Video]

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Portland State University president plans to reopen campus Thursday despite ongoing Palestinian protests and library occupation causing safety concerns among some students.

The pro-Palistinian rally turned violent late Wednesday night as many people dressed in all black were seen smashing windows of businesses and campus buildings.

KOIN 6 crews at the scene saw several physical and verbal fights in the crowd.

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There are rumors on social media suggesting protesters may take over more campus buildings today.

A KOIN 6 News crew on campus early Thursday morning witnessed barricades being built outside the Branford Price Millar Library, where occupiers have been holed up since Monday night.

“From what I’ve heard I’m not going to class tomorrow, [Thursday]” one student said. “I’ve read and seen too many things on social media for me to feel comfortable, that something bigger is going to happen…so there’s nothing, I’m not coming here …