NORMAL, Ill. (WAND) — A major winter storm expected to sweep across much of Illinois this weekend has prompted Illinois State University to close its campus on Saturday, November 29, forcing the postponement of the second day of the 2025 IHSA Football State Finals.

ISU officials announced the closure Friday, citing safety concerns for students, staff, athletes, and fans as snow and dangerous conditions are forecast to impact the Bloomington-Normal region.

The shutdown affects the four largest-class championship games—5A, 6A, 7A, and 8A—originally scheduled for Saturday at ISU’s Hancock Stadium. The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) confirmed the postponement shortly after the university's decision.

Friday’s slate of title games in Classes 1A–4A will proceed as planned, as they are

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