Parents of special-needs students say bus issues worse than ever
Posted: Updated:Parents of special-needs children at Brooklyn Blue Feather Elementary School say bus problems have never been worse and pose a danger to their kids.
Parents spoke to News 12 about their issues, which they say include illogical bus routes that have the kids stuck in transit for hours.
For help, the parents tried calling companies such as Reliant Transportation -- one of the many vendors contracted through the city. But parents say no one answers the phone, which held true when News 12 called.
So News 12 showed up at the company's Brooklyn headquarters in Greenpoint. A spokesperson for Reliant Transportation said that traffic congestion is often to blame.
The Department of Education says it's aware of the parents' complaints.
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Transit advocates give ‘Cozy Awards’ to tightly spaced stops
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Cuomo: 1st phase of L train project done, ahead of schedule
Cuomo: 1st phase of L train project done, ahead of schedule
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NYC Department of Education decides to close on Dec. 23
NYC Department of Education decides to close on Dec. 23
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Yankees in the 2019 Playoffs
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Photos on the field of the New York Yankees in the 2019 American League Division Series vs. the Minnesota Twins.Photos on the field of the New York Yankees in the 2019 American League Division Series vs. the Minnesota Twins.Just Married in Brooklyn
Just Married in Brooklyn
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding.
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
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Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
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It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
Aftermath of shooting that left 4 dead in Brooklyn
Aftermath of shooting that left 4 dead in Brooklyn
Gunfire broke out inside an illegal gambling club in Brooklyn early Saturday, police said, leaving four people dead, three wounded, and investigators trying to piece together what prompted the bloodshed.Gunfire broke out inside an illegal gambling club in Brooklyn early Saturday, police said, leaving four people dead, three wounded, and investigators trying to piece together what prompted the bloodshed.
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Police: Car reported stolen in Brooklyn with 6-year-old inside
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4 men killed at Crown Heights social club identified
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School Spirit Showdown: Vote on the Top 12 schools
It's a battle for bragging rights! News 12 is looking for the schools with the most school spirit! Is it yours?
It's a battle for bragging rights! News 12 is looking for the schools with the most school spirit! Is it yours?
Uber, Lyft sue NYC over rule limiting driver cruise times
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The End: 'Fortnite' disappears into black hole
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