Parents Block Bus Over Safety Concerns | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Parents in Wake County blocked a school bus with their cars after the substitute driver missed multiple stops, sparking a tense standoff as students feared for their safety and evacuated via emergency exit. Police are investigating amid conflicting accounts: parents say the driver was belligerent and ignored their concerns, while the district claims the driver was confused and had pulled over to check directions before intervention. Students received counseling, and the driver remains employed — though police are probing whether the parents’ actions were justified or excessive. Listen in…