School buses are safe, and seat belts make them safer. But it’s not cheap to upgrade
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School buses are safe, and seat belts make them safer. But it’s not cheap to upgrade

School buses are among the safest forms of transportation for children, and seat belts and other safety features can make buses even safer, according to the National Safety Council. But very few states currently have laws requiring seat belts on large school buses.  Only eight states – Arkansas, California, Florida, Louisiana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York and…

Judge chides Trump as ex-president testifies in civil fraud trial: ‘This is not a political rally’
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Judge chides Trump as ex-president testifies in civil fraud trial: ‘This is not a political rally’

State Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engeron also said “we don’t have time to waste” and that “we have one day to do this.” The comments came in response to answers that the judge said he considered irrelevant to the case and repetitive.

217 Today: Federal bill aims to enhance school bus safety, but local districts worry about costs

217 Today: Federal bill aims to enhance school bus safety, but local districts worry about costs

Monday, November 6, 2023 Today’s headlines:  Illinois Democrats are applauding yesterday’s federal appeals court ruling… upholding a state law banning assault-style firearms and high-capacity magazines. After the Dennis Lab School in Decatur closed because of structural issues, one parent decided to study whether the neighborhood wanted a new school. The Champaign County Environmental Stewards hosted its…