‘We’re all on the same bus’: Anchorage school bus drivers hit the road before school kicks off

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1. Tue, 11 August 2026

   1 report
   • alaskasnewssource.com16:04first to report
     ‘We’re all on the same bus’: Anchorage school bus drivers hit the road before school kicks off

     With the school year approaching, Anchorage School District bus drivers are already hitting the roads — running practice routes and refreshing their skills before students climb aboard.

2. Wed, 12 August 2026

   1 report
   • wbrc.com01:02
     Tuscaloosa City Schools ask for patience as new bus drivers learn routes

     Tuscaloosa City Schools transportation leaders are asking parents of students who ride school buses, as well as the students themselves, to be patient as the new school year gets underway. They said they have a group of first-year drivers who are still learning their routes and stop locations.

3. Tue, 18 August 2026

   2 reports
   • dakotanewsnow.com03:51
     School Bus Inc. making one last push in Sioux Falls recruiting drive

     School Bus Inc. said they face multiple challenges that create a need for more drivers.

   • wiartonecho.com13:55
     Grey-Bruce school buses may be parked to start school year

     URL changednow www.owensoundsuntimes.com/news/grey-bruce-school-buses-may-be-parked-to-start-school-year/

4. Wed, 19 August 2026

   1 report
   • country1029wkik.com20:00removed by the outlet
     Maryland Officials Remind Drivers to Stop for School Buses as Students Return to School

     GLEN BURNIE, MD (August 19, 2026) – As students across Maryland head back to school in the coming weeks, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) is reminding motorists to slow down, stay alert and know when to stop for school buses. Each school day, more than 600,000 students rely on school buses to travel safely to and from school. While school buses are among the safest forms of transportation, boarding or exiting the bus can be very dangerous for bus...

5. Fri, 21 August 2026

   1 report
   • minotdailynews.com11:30
     Back to school means increased student traffic

     The beginning of the school year means more young people traveling via bicycle, electric bike, off-highway vehicle and on foot. According to Vision Zero, both pedestrians and drivers have roles in keeping students safe. Growing methods of transportation mean different encounters on daily drives, especially in neighborhoods. Karin Mongeon, director of the North Dakota Department […]

6. Sun, 23 August 2026

   1 report
   • juneauempire.com18:30
     Police issue safety reminder as Juneau students head back to school

     With school back in session, the Juneau Police Department (JPD) are reminding drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, students, and families to use extra caution as traffic increases throughout Juneau.

7. Mon, 24 August 2026

   1 report
   • cbs2iowa.com21:04
     Back to school traffic returns: Marion PD urge drivers to use caution

     As students head back to class, Marion police are reminding drivers to slow down and pay closer attention as school buses, bicyclists and students on foot retur

8. Tue, 25 August 2026

   2 reports
   • recorder.ca14:01removed by the outlet
     School buses back on Upper Ottawa Valley roads
   • comoxvalleyrecord.com22:55
     ICBC: Kids' commute to school and back riskiest part of their day

     Back to school reminders for drivers and families to help keep kids safe

     3 reprints

     • campbellrivermirror.com26 Aug, 18:43their copy
     • vicnews.com26 Aug, 18:43their copy
     • agassizharrisonobserver.com26 Aug, 18:43their copy
9. Wed, 26 August 2026

   8 reports
   • krnb.com00:14
     CMS Parents Frustrated by Delays With New School Bus App

     Parents are in for some early confusion when it comes to the new bus app.

   • yahoo.com08:45
     AAA warns drivers about back-to-school traffic risks

     AAA is urging drivers to slow down near schools as student traffic, school buses and e-bike use increase during the school commute.

   • wjon.com13:10
     The Roundabout At University And 5th Keeps Catching Pedestrians Off Guard. Right Of Way Means Nothing If A Driver Cannot See Someone Crossing

     ack-to-school season brings more foot traffic around St. Cloud State and local schools, but pedestrians crossing between parked cars and ignoring crosswalks are creating hazardous situations. Low light and distraction make those morning and evening trips especially risky.

   • kmvt.com13:34
     Twin Falls School District bus routes cleared after crash

     All bus routes will be roughly 15 minutes behind their normal schedule

   • donegalnews.com14:15
     Drivers reminded to slow down as kids go back to school

     GARDAÍ are urging motorists to slow down and exercise caution as children go back to school this week.

   • kikn.com16:40
     Sioux Falls Schools Open With Reminders About Speed Limits, Crosswalks, And Construction On Cliff Avenue

     Sioux Falls schools open their doors to over 25,000 students this week. The police department is reminding drivers and families to take extra care on roads near schools and residential areas.

   • i95rocks.com18:02
     Maine School Buses Hit The Road Soon. Seated Students, Alert Drivers, And Stopped Traffic Keep Kids Safe.

     As Maine schools reopen, remind your children that school buses work differently than family cars. No seatbelts means staying seated and calm, keeping hands to themselves, and knowing their bus stop and home address before day one.

   • cootamundraherald.com.au21:00
     'Nightmare' school runs and shopping testing motorists

     For one hour every weekday often close to half of all drivers take to the roads, creating a...

     9 reprints

     • cessnockadvertiser.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • gloucesteradvocate.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • oberonreview.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • bordermail.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • portstephensexaminer.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • crookwellgazette.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • dungogchronicle.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • narrominenewsonline.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
     • theleader.com.au26 Aug, 21:00their copy
10. Thu, 27 August 2026

    3 reports
    • Vecernji list (Croatia)13:00
      'Apokalipsa' na Trešnjevki: 'Mene samo zanima kamo svi ti ljudi idu?'

      Velik dio rasprave usmjerio se na roditelje koji djecu svakodnevno voze u školu. Jedan je korisnik ironično predložio zabranu takve prakse, dok su drugi pokušali objasniti koliko se prometne navike razlikuju od onih prije desetak i više godina. Jedan komentator prisjetio se vlastitog školovanja i činjenice da je kao srednjoškolac do škole uglavnom dolazio javnim prijevozom.

    • mega993online.com15:07
      13 Simple Safety Tips for Yakima Valley Drivers, Parents, & Kids

      Back to school means more kids on the roads, sidewalks and school buses. Let's help everyone get where they're going safely with these 13 tips!

    • turnto10.com22:51
      Johnston parents concerned after bus delays; superintendent says routes being refined

      Parents in Johnston arrived at schools up to 90 minutes early Thursday to pick up their children after widespread bus delays on the first day of school left som

11. Fri, 28 August 2026

    3 reports
    • dailypost.co.uk12:38
      September warning for school run car rule where parents face fines

      Mums and dads are being told 'it is a little-known criminal offence'

      1 reprint

      • bristolpost.co.uk28 Aug, 12:39their copy
    • koolam.com18:05
      Augusta Road Work Could Cause Traffic Backs On First Day of School

      The school department is working with crews to alleviate traffic congestion during pickup and drop-off

    • rentonreporter.com22:35
      State law on stopping for school buses

      This back-to-school season, know the rules of the road.

12. Mon, 31 August 2026

    5 reports
    • ČT24 (Czechia)09:12
      Opatrnost je na místě u dětí i řidičů, apelují odborníci na začátku školního roku

      Začátek školního roku patří v okolí škol k nejrizikovějším obdobím z hlediska počtu nehod. V září i říjnu se jich stane o desetinu více, než je měsíční průměr v průběhu roku, vyplývá z analýzy Portálu nehod. Samotné střety s chodci sice tvoří jen menší část, avšak následky bývají výrazně závažnější. I proto odborníci radí, jak děti na cesty do školy a pak domů připravit.

    • mainevalleypost.com11:09
      Schools are Back: Kerry County Council Emphasises Road Safety Message

      Kerry County Council is reminding the public about the hazards and risks exposed to students on their route to and from school when people are not paying full attention on the road. With a noticeab…

    • fox23maine.com16:37
      Students return to school in Portland

      Back to school season has officially arrived in Portland, with students heading back to the classroom Monday.

    • rcreader.com20:20
      Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird Urges Safe Driving and Riding Tips as School Starts

      DES MOINES, IOWA (August 31, 2026) — As students head back to school, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird reminds Iowans about laws and tips to keep school kids safe.“Passing a stopped school bus is not only illegal, but also dangerous,” said AG Bird.“There’s lots of construction on our Iowa roads right now. It’s easy to get distracted, even near school bus stops and schools. Please, remember to stop for school buses and slow down in school zones.

    • midmichigannow.com23:21
      Back-to-school traffic: police remind drivers to slow down and stay alert

      Police urge drivers to slow down and stay alert as students return to school, with more buses, pedestrians, e-bikes and e-scooters on the roads.

13. Tue, 1 September 2026

    3 reports
    • medicinehatnews.com10:25
      Drivers urged to slow down as students return to class this week

      bwagner@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat drivers are being urged to slow down and stay alert around schools as students head back to class this week. Classes resume today for Medicine Hat Public School Division students. As the school year begins the Alberta government and Alberta Motor Association are both asking drivers to watch for children, obey school

    • ladysmithchronicle.com16:30
      Vancouver Island RCMP reminds drivers and students of road rules

      School begins Sept. 8

      1 reprint

      • westerlynews.ca1 Sept, 16:30their copy
    • birminghammail.co.uk19:45
      Advice every parent should read as children return to school

      Children across the West Midlands are returning for another school year this week

14. Wed, 2 September 2026

    2 reports
    • wxyz.com00:00
      Waterford parents demand answers after busing delays, district apologizes

      The Waterford School District is apologizing after bus delays left children stranded and parents without information on the first day of school.

    • 103wjod.com17:38
      School Is Back, So Let’s Remember How to Drive

      School drop-off and pickup can be chaotic, but that is no excuse for ignoring school bus rules or speeding through school zones. Here’s a quick refresher for Iowa drivers.

      1 reprint

      • b100quadcities.com2 Sept, 17:38their copy
15. Thu, 3 September 2026

    3 reports
    • gazettelive.co.uk10:04
      Legal rights in UK if someone blocks your driveway during school run

      As millions of children return to school, frustrations could return when it comes to parking

      1 reprint

      • grimsbytelegraph.co.uk3 Sept, 10:09their copy
    • express.co.uk10:14
      UK legal rights to get car towed if it blocks your driveway during school run

      Honestly, just park properly

    • iomtoday.co.im13:42
      Police warn parents after school safety zones blocked on first day back

      One driver received a ticket for parking on a corner, at a junction and on double yellow lines

16. Sun, 6 September 2026

    1 report
    • Vecernji list (Croatia)13:47
      Od sutra poseban oprez u prometu! Policija upozorava da će pažljivo nadzirati

      Posebna pozornost bit će usmjerena na promet oko škola. Tijekom rujna policija će svakodnevno, osobito u vrijeme početka i završetka nastave, pojačano nadzirati prilazne ceste, ulice i raskrižja. Kontrolirat će se brzina vožnje, propuštanje pješaka na obilježenim prijelazima te nepropisno zaustavljanje i parkiranje

17. Mon, 7 September 2026

    3 reports
    • South China Morning Post01:30
      Hong Kong’s local schools should not have to brace for the worst

      The vast majority of Hong Kong’s students are back in school now. With traffic expected to be horrendous last week, it was good that the government sounded the warning early, urging residents to allow more time for their morning commute. The government did more than that, actually. The Emergency Transport Co-ordination Centre was working at its highest operational tier at 6.30am on September 1 to monitor and coordinate public transport and traffic flow. Deployment of staff on the ground...

    • Vecernji list (Croatia)09:30
      Roditelji godinama upozoravaju na ovo raskrižje u Zagrebu: 'To je noćna mora'

      Pješački prijelaz gotovo je izblijedio, vozači prolaze velikom brzinom, a prometna situacija ondje je već godinama problem, kazali su.

    • pineandlakes.com19:00
      Ask a Trooper: When must drivers stop for school buses on separated roadways?

      Sgt. Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol answers your questions about highway and driving rules and safety.

      1 reprint

      • brainerddispatch.com14 Sept, 19:00their copy
18. Tue, 8 September 2026

    3 reports
    • femalefirst.co.uk09:00
      One in five parents hit with parking fines on the school run

      Nearly one in five parents have received a parking fine while dropping off or collecting their children from school, as new research reveals the rising costs linked to the daily journey.

    • heartfm.ca14:50
      Safety is Paramount as School Returns

      The Oxford OPP will be out making sure school zones and bus routes are safe as students return to school.

    • comoxvalleyrecord.com18:16
      Comox Valley RCMP ramps up school zone enforcement

      RCMP shares reminders to help keep kids safe on their school commutes

19. Wed, 9 September 2026

    1 report
    • ABC (Spain)08:49
      Qué es el «test de la pinza» y por qué deberías conocerlo si llevas a tus hijos al colegio en coche

      Septiembre no solo implica la compra de libros, uniformes y mochilas. Con el inicio del curso escolar, regresan los trayectos diarios al colegio, momentos en los que la prisa y la rutina diaria pueden hacer que bajemos la guardia al volante. Para garantizar que los más pequeños viajen totalmente seguros, Norauto, líder europeo en equipamiento y mantenimiento multimarca del automóvil, hace un llamamiento a la importancia de revisar que los sistemas de retención infantil (SRI) se encuentran en...

20. Sun, 13 September 2026

    1 report
    • birminghammail.co.uk16:40
      3 everyday school run driving habits that could cost parents up to £5,000

      Parents should take particular care on the school run this September.

21. Tue, 15 September 2026

    1 report
    • iRozhlas (Czechia)16:21
      Zvýšit bezpečnost v ranním shonu. Školy se snaží omezovat dopravu, když jdou děti do školy

      Do školy bez aut. To má zpříjemnit cestu do školy a zvýšit bezpečí. Tento týden se do celostátní výzvy Pěšky do školy zapojují školy po celé republice. Podobná opatření na některých místech fungují dlouhodobě. Například v Meziboří vznikla v blízkosti školy parkoviště určená k vysazení dítěte označená jako Kiss and Ride (K+R). Základní škola Tuháčkova v Brně-Komárově zase zavedla takzvanou „Školní ulici“, kam každé všední ráno nesmí jezdit auta.

22. Fri, 18 September 2026

    1 report
    • tportal (Croatia)13:28
      Drama na putu do škole: Autobus sa šestero djece sletio s ceste i udario u stup

      U prometnoj nesreći koja se u četvrtak ujutro dogodila u Brtonigli sudjelovao je autobus kojim se šestero djece prevozilo u školu. Nitko od djece nije ozlijeđen.

23. Tue, 22 September 2026

    2 reports
    • Die Zeit (Germany)02:30
      Unfallrisiken: Mehr Unfälle bei Weg zu Schule und Arbeit
    • keyw.com16:54
      Sunnyside High Student Hit by Car Near School, Recovering From Leg Injury

      A Sunnyside High School student was hit by a car leaving the school parking lot Monday morning and taken to the hospital with a leg injury. Police are reminding drivers that school zones have a 20 mph speed limit for good reason.

24. Thu, 24 September 2026

    1 report
    • kroc.com16:18
      Minnesota Has One Surprising Exception to the School Bus Law

      Minnesota law requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet from any school bus with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm. Violating this rule costs 500 dollars, and many buses now have cameras recording it. But there is one exception.

25. Mon, 28 September 2026

    1 report
    • fox7austin.com18:10
      Caught on Camera: Driver uses sidewalk to pass stopped school bus

      A motorist in Pennsylvania took an unusual and dangerous path to maneuver past a stopped school bus.

26. Tue, 29 September 2026

    1 report
    • kamloopsbcnow.com21:00
      Alberta driver fined, semi impounded after being clocked at 81 km/h in BC school zone

      Out of 17 drivers caught speeding through a northern BC school zone, one stood out more than others. Shortly after noon on Sept. 9, B...

27. Wed, 30 September 2026

    2 reports
    • everettindependent.com16:45
      Everett leaders urge drivers to put safety first as students return to school
    • westmeathexaminer.ie16:45
      Fury over school buses as families left without places

      Westmeath councillors have called for urgent changes to the school transport system after families were left without bus places just days before the start of the new school year.

28. Fri, 9 October 2026

    1 report
    • wnem.com02:44
      New proposed bills would toughen penalties for illegally passing school buses

      A new package of bills proposed in the Michigan House would toughen penalties for drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus.

29. Mon, 12 October 2026

    1 report
    • mainlinemedianews.com11:42edited after publishing
      L. Merion police: 12,000-plus citations issued for passing school buses in little more than a year

      previouslyLower Merion police report over 12000 vheicle owners have been cited for passing school buses

      The penalty for a first-time violation is $300. Then there’s also the 1,200-plus red light camera citations, with more cameras on the way.

30. Thu, 15 October 2026

    1 report
    • prnewswire.com18:54
      NATIONAL SCHOOL BUS SAFETY WEEK: START INSTITUTE CALLS FOR ACTIVE-THREAT TRAINING FOR SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

      /PRNewswire/ -- School bus drivers may have seconds to recognize a threat—and an entire busload of children to protect. During National School Bus Safety Week,...

31. Fri, 16 October 2026

    2 reports
    • Novinky (Czechia)11:44
      V Bavorsku začal za jízdy hořet školní autobus s 35 dětmi

      Duchapřítomně zareagoval 64letý řidič školního autobusu v Bavorsku, když nechal rychle vystoupit 35 dětí poté, co se v zadní části vozu náhle objevil dým. Zabránil tak tragédii, při příjezdu hasičů byl už totiž autobus celý v plamenech.

    • mymuskokanow.com19:36
      Police urging drivers to be cautious with new pedestrian crossing lights on Brunel Road : My Muskoka Now

      My Muskoka Now delivers the latest local news, events, contests, and radio features for Muskoka, Ontario.