"Newton Teachers' Strike: Second Family Joins Legal Battle as Schools Remain Closed"

A second family in Newton, Massachusetts, has filed a motion in court to end the ongoing teachers' strike, citing the impact on their daughter's specialized education. The Newton Teachers Association argues that private citizens cannot obtain relief against a public-sector work stoppage, but the family asserts their right to intervene. The strike, which has led to canceled classes for eight days, stems from negotiations over pay raises, social workers in schools, and parental leave policies. The teachers face court-imposed fines and potential additional fees for each day the strike continues.