Bus Drivers on Brink of Strike | Jacksonville News

Bus drivers in Duval County narrowly avoided a strike just days before school started, after a tense standoff with Durham School Services over wages and benefits. While the superintendent initially claimed a deal was done, the union clarified negotiations were only extended — and still on shaky ground — with more talks scheduled. Union leaders stressed the drivers’ vital role and warned the company was trying to undo hard-won gains, while Durham called the strike vote puzzling, citing ongoing progress since June. Both sides remain locked in negotiations, with legal action a possibility if no agreement emerges before classes begin. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2f9b404b259e129d