News12 Latest School Closings and Delays

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When winter storms or emergencies hit the Tri-State area, News 12 is the go-to resource for school closings and delays across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Because conditions can vary wildly from the Jersey Shore to the Hudson Valley, News 12 provides a localized, hyper-specific breakdown to help families plan their mornings.

How to Check the News 12 Closing List

News 12 updates their database in real-time as superintendents submit their decisions. You can find the most current status for your district through these region-specific portals:

Current School Closings and Delays Status

3 Ways to Stay Informed

1. The News 12 Mobile App

The fastest way to get updates is to download the News 12 app and enable Push Notifications. You can customize alerts for “Weather” and “Breaking News” to ensure you aren’t caught off guard by a sudden change from a delay to a full closure.

2. The On-Air “Crawler”

During active weather events, News 12 runs a continuous scroll (the “crawler”) at the bottom of the television screen. Closings are typically listed alphabetically by county and then by district.

3. Social Media Updates

The News 12 weather teams (such as Joe Rao in the Hudson Valley or Michele Powers in NJ) often post early warnings about potential school impacts on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook before the official list is even updated.

Common News 12 Status Codes

Status	Impact on Students
Closed	All classes and school-sponsored events are canceled.
90-Min / 2-Hour Delay	School starts later; bus pickup times are shifted accordingly.
Early Dismissal	School ends early; typically, afternoon kindergarten and after-school programs are canceled.
Remote Learning Day	Classes are held online; the physical building is closed.