NTSB Cancels Probable Cause Meeting on Fatal Indiana School Bus Crash
The National Transportation Safety Board cancels its April meeting on the October 2018 crash, which killed three students and injured another.
NTSB to Determine Probable Cause of Fatal Indiana School Bus Crash
National Transportation Safety Board investigative staff and board members will meet on April 7 on the October 2018 crash, which killed three students and injured another.
Indiana Motorist Appeals Conviction in Fatal Crash
Alyssa Shepherd’s attorney says that although the crash is a “heart-wrenching tragedy, we believe it is still just an accident and not a crime.”
Indiana Stop-Arm Running Crackdown May Include Seizing Cars of Offenders
Senate Bill 219 would let police seize a stop-arm runner’s vehicle. Meanwhile, Gov. Eric Holcomb announces that over 2,500 citations were issued as part of an illegal passing prevention program.
Indiana Motorist Gets 4 Years in Prison for Fatal Crash
Alyssa Shepherd of Indiana is sentenced to four years in prison, three years of house arrest and three years of probation, and will have her driver’s license suspended for 10 years.
Top 5 Most-Viewed News Stories of 2019
News that drew the most traffic on the School Bus Fleet website this year covered a serious school bus crash in Indiana, illegal bus passing, and recognition of drivers' heroic actions and service.
Motorist Convicted in Indiana Crash that Killed 3 Students
Alyssa Shepherd is found guilty of three counts of felony reckless homicide, a felony count of criminal recklessness, and a misdemeanor count of passing a school bus causing injury when the stop arm is extended.
School Bus Safety Ramps Up Amid Increased Stop-Arm Running Incidents
Stop-arm cameras, partnerships with law enforcement for increased traffic patrol, and public safety campaigns are just some of the measures school districts are taking to ensure the yellow bus is the safest mode of transportation for students. Lawmakers are also introducing several federal and state safety bills.
Arizona, Pennsylvania Districts to Roll Out School Bus Tracking App
Florence Unified School District #1 and Boyertown Area School District partner with technology solutions supplier CalAmp to roll out the “Here Comes the Bus” app on their buses.
Readers’ 2 Cents on Paying Teachers to Drive a School Bus
Some readers welcomed the idea, saying it’s out-of-the-box thinking. Others expressed concerns about current bus drivers losing opportunities to pick up extra hours for more pay.
Indiana Continues School Bus Stop-Arm Running Crackdown
Gov. Eric Holcomb announces $380,000 in grant funding for increased traffic enforcement near school bus stops across the state and a judge requires stop-arm runners in one county to appear in court.
Indiana Approves Over $3M for New School Buses
The state releases its first round of Volkswagen settlement funds, approving the purchase of 82 new school buses for 16 school districts.
Indiana District Launches Transit Bus Pilot
Beginning Aug. 5, Indianapolis Public Schools will grant all its high school students free access to the city’s transit bus system in an effort to cut the district's transportation costs.
Trump Signs Coronavirus Relief Bill With Over $30B For Education
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