Bus Strike Hits Mississippi Riders | Jackson News

Bus drivers in Jackson walked off the job Monday over a stalled contract dispute with MV Transportation, leaving thousands without reliable transit and forcing the city to scramble by hiring out-of-state drivers — temporarily without state licenses. Workers demand higher pay, preservation of Saturday service and key routes, and oppose proposed bus system changes, citing unfair treatment on sick days and emergencies. The company claims it offered a fair deal, which union leadership rejected, and says non-strikers are still getting paid — even as they lose income. Riders, especially those with mobility issues, are facing major disruptions, with many turning to friends for help — a hardship that echoes a previous 2-week strike in 2024. 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/cc2ee6e8e354876d