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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2017

Former School Bus Company Manager Publishes Book on Fatal Crash

Kari Hoglund Kounkel shares the details and lessons learned from an accident in Minnesota in 1997 that killed three students and a truck driver.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJune 9, 2017

School Bus Driver Charged With Impaired Driving After Crash

The Alberta driver faces multiple charges after her bus struck a tree while students were on board. Police say she was over the legal limit of alcohol.

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Newsby StaffJune 6, 2017

Truck Driver in Fatal Crash With School Bus Had Meth in System

Autopsy results show that the truck driver who allegedly caused a fatal crash with a school bus and a car in March had the drug in his system, authorities say.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2017

School Bus Driver, Aide Honored for Actions After Crash

Florida driver Dan Dunn and attendant Chris Dunn, who are husband and wife, are praised at a school board meeting and given an award for getting all 12 special-needs students off their bus safely after a crash.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonMay 31, 2017

Tennessee Raises Minimum Age for School Bus Drivers, Boosts Oversight

Under a bill signed by the governor, new school bus drivers in Tennessee will have to be at least 25 years old. The bill also mandates state standards for driver and manager training.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMay 30, 2017

Accused Driver in School Bus Hit-and-Run Crash Found, Charged

James P. Irvin III of Pennsylvania is charged with 35 counts in the May 17 crash, which injured 14 students aboard the bus. One remains hospitalized.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonMay 24, 2017

Oregon District Shuns Motorcoaches, Runs ‘Yellow Charters’

With the upgraded buses, Eugene School District is bolstering safety, saving money, and providing a comfortable ride for students on activity trips. An alarming crash sealed the district’s shift away from motorcoaches.

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Newsby StaffMay 19, 2017

School Bus Driver Keeps Baseball Team Safe in Crash

After a steering component fails and the bus hits a sign that cracks the windshield, the Michigan driver guides it between two trees and brings it to a stop.

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Newsby StaffMay 17, 2017

14 Students, School Bus Driver Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash

A Pennsylvania motorist allegedly causes a crash involving the bus while trying to pass other vehicles. One student is ejected from the bus and is in critical condition.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonMay 17, 2017

PBS Probes School Bus Seat Belt Debate

The PBS NewsHour piece looks at safety benefits and financial concerns involved in the issue. Interviews include transportation directors and NHTSA’s former administrator.

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