School Bus Safety: Stop and Save Lives | Roanoke News

Over 1,000 lives lost since 2015 in school transport crashes—mostly pedestrians. As kids return to school, officials beg drivers to slow down, stop for buses with flashing lights, and be patient during chaotic first-week routes. Virginia law requires stopping unless on a divided highway; many buses now have cameras to catch violators. Younger students often cross roads to reach stops—visibility is key. Kids should arrive at bus stops five minutes early with gear ready; some districts require an adult or older student to supervise pick-up/drop-off. Stay alert: safety starts with you behind the wheel. 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/9c67f7e19a4b0bab