14 News Latest School Closings and Delays

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When winter weather or emergencies strike the Tri-State area, 14 News (WFIE) serves as the primary source for school closings and delays across Evansville, Southern Indiana, Western Kentucky, and Southern Illinois.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Check the 14 News Closing List

14 News provides multiple ways to access their live “Closing Connection” database:

Online Closing Dashboard: The most direct way to see the full list is the 14 News Closings & Delays page. It is searchable and updated in real-time as superintendents submit their reports.
The 14 News App: You can download the 14 News WFIE app on iOS and Android. By enabling “Breaking News” or “Weather” push notifications, you can receive alerts for major district-wide closures directly on your phone.
On-Air Ticker: During the 14 News Sunrise broadcast (starting at 4:30 AM), a scrolling ticker at the bottom of the screen displays all active cancellations, delays, and e-learning days.

Common Schedule Adjustments

Districts in the Tri-State typically use a tiered system for weather-related changes. Here is what those terms usually mean for local families:

Status	Impact on Schedule
2-Hour Delay	School starts 2 hours later than usual. Buses run 2 hours late. Morning Pre-K is often cancelled.
Closed / E-Learning	Physical buildings are closed. Students typically complete assignments online via Chromebooks or tablets.
Early Dismissal	School ends 1–2 hours early to ensure buses can complete routes before sunset or worsening weather.

Why Decisions Are Made

The decision to close or delay is rarely easy. Superintendents in the Tri-State area typically begin scouting roads as early as 3:00 AM. They look for:

Air Temperature: If temperatures or wind chills are dangerously low (typically below $-15^{\circ}F$ to $-20^{\circ}F$ ), school may be delayed to protect students waiting at bus stops.
Bus Maneuverability: Can a full-sized school bus safely navigate hills and turn on narrow county roads?
Building Preparedness: Ensuring that parking lots are salted and that power has not been knocked out by wind or ice.

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Indiana from 14 News. 14 News is the Tri-State’s news and weather leader. WFIE covers Evansville, Owensboro, and 21 surrounding counties in Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois.