"Fatal School Bus Crash Prompts Calls for Safety Measures and Mourning for Beloved Teachers"
The owner of the bus involved in a fatal school crash on Long Island had been cited for multiple federal safety violations and was on a list of "unacceptable operators." Regency Transportation LTD had 25 violations since 2021, including issues with emergency exits, brake lamps, and headlamps. The company was on the state's list of unacceptable operators due to failed inspections. Despite the violations, the bus involved in the crash had passed its semi-annual inspection in 2023. The crash, which killed two teachers and critically injured five students, is being investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board.