Good morning! Today is Sunday, January 25, 2026, and we’re coming to you with breaking news.
Need to sign up for our newsletter to stay in-the-know about Charlotte? Or upgrade to our paid version? Details here.
Today’s breaking news is brought to you by Carnegie Private Wealth. At Carnegie Private Wealth, we bring clarity to complexity. Through thoughtful planning and personal attention, we help you pursue opportunities and reclaim time for what matters most.
CMS schools will be closed Monday because of weather
by Ashley Fahey
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools said all CMS district, school and work locations will be closed on Monday. This includes the cancellation of all school activities and programs, including Before-School Enrichment Programs and After-School Enrichment Programs.
Because this instructional day is waived by the superintendent, CMS will not be using a designated make-up instructional day on the 2025-26 academic calendar.
Here’s what else CMS had to say:
We will continue monitoring National Weather Service updates and keep families informed of any district or school schedule changes through the CMS website, on social media, and through ParentSquare (email, text, and phone call), if necessary. You can also learn more about our Inclement Weather monitoring and procedures here.
The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families remain our top priority. Thank you for your continued support of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
The announcement comes as Mecklenburg County continues to experience icy precipitation. Sleet and freezing rain fell overnight across the city, covering roads and making them dangerous to traverse. The Charlotte region could see 0.25 to 0.5 inches of ice accumulation total.
Tony Mecia, Ledger executive editor, explained on The Ledger’s Charlotte Weather Watch live blog what goes into the decision to close schools.
—
Keep up with what you need to know about the storm with The Ledger’s Charlotte Weather Watch live blog
The Charlotte Ledger has been following the developments with the approaching storm — forecasts, closings, reactions, official guidance, tips — at our Charlotte Weather Watch live blog.
Need to sign up for this e-newsletter? We offer a free version, as well as paid memberships for full access to all 6 of our local newsletters:
The Charlotte Ledger is a locally owned media company that delivers smart and essential news. We strive for fairness and accuracy and will correct all known errors. The content reflects the independent editorial judgment of The Charlotte Ledger. Any advertising, paid marketing or sponsored content will be clearly labeled.
◼️ About The Ledger • Our Team • Website◼️ Newsletters • Podcast • Newcomer Guide • A Better You email series◼️ Subscribe • Sponsor • Events Board • Merch Store • Manage Your Account◼️ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Substack Notes