Transit union leader removed for attempting to discipline bus driver involved in reported workplace love triangle
Union Controversy Over Demotion and Allegations The Transport Workers Union (TWU) is in a bit of a turmoil. Reports indicate that John Paul “JP” Patafio, the vice president of TWU Local 100 in Brooklyn’s Bus Division, has found himself embroiled in a controversial situation at the Queen’s Depot. He allegedly attempted to demote a fellow […]
Columbia student is one of five victims in Interstate 90 tour bus accident in New York.
Reports indicate that students from Columbia University were among the five individuals who tragically lost their lives on Friday when a tour bus returning from Niagara Falls was involved in a crash in rural New York. In a statement, Columbia University expressed its sorrow over the death of 22-year-old Xie Hongzhuo from Beijing, China, who […]
Tour bus accident results in multiple fatalities and injuries on the New York Thruway
Tour Bus Crash Near Buffalo, New York A tour bus returning to New York City from Niagara Falls was involved in a serious crash on Friday, resulting in several fatalities and injuries, according to police reports. The crash occurred on Interstate 90 near Pembroke, which is roughly 25 miles east of Buffalo. The cause of […]
Investigation exposes MTA’s history of failing to return ‘lost’ items to subway and bus passengers: ‘Significant worry’
Losing Items on the MTA: A Concern for Riders If you’ve ever lost something valuable on the MTA subway or bus, well, good luck with that. An audit by the MTA inspector’s office recently revealed that in early 2024, transport workers were allowed to keep 24 items reported as “lost.” Months later, it was discovered […]
Images: Tea Party bus defaced in Phoenix while touring the country
Vandalism Incident on Tea Party Tour Bus in Phoenix The National Tea Party’s “Only Civic Vote” tour bus experienced damage last night in Phoenix while promoting the Save Act. The bus had its tires cut, just before planned stops in Tucson and Scottsdale on Tuesday evening. Photos shared illustrate the vandalism that occurred, with the […]
Married bus union representative involved in a relationship with a driver while his wife works at the same depot
Union Trial Looms for Transport Workers VP Amid Allegations Recent records indicate that the Vice President of the Transport Workers Union is set to face a union trial on Friday. The allegations involve a bus driver who reportedly attempted to retaliate against another driver under dubious circumstances. Union documents reveal that John Paul Patafio, who […]
Several Texas students hurt in school bus accident on the first day of school
Texas School Bus Accident Injures Students On Wednesday, a Texas school bus, carrying over 40 students, rolled over after veering off a rural road on the opening day of classes, resulting in several injuries, according to officials. At least one individual has been reported with life-threatening injuries, while two others have injuries that are potentially […]
19-Year-Old Future National Guardsman killed by drunk driver days before his birthday at a California bus stop
A young man, just a few days shy of his 20th birthday, was tragically struck and killed by a suspected drunk driver at a bus stop in California. The incident involved 19-year-old Ricky Ray Reyes Jr., who was pronounced dead at the scene after an unidentified driver veered off the road and hit him, according […]
City officials outpace M34 bus in rush-hour challenge
City Leaders Celebrate Busway Plans Local officials are expressing enthusiasm over new proposals to restrict vehicle access on 34th Avenue to support the development of dedicated busways along this heavily congested route. In a spirited event on Thursday evening, they even managed to outrun the M34 bus during rush hour. A group of city lawmakers, […]
Group planning a bus tour to gain support for allowing noncitizens to vote
A prominent conservative organization is set to kick off a nationwide bus tour this month. The aim is to push lawmakers to enforce laws requiring proof of citizenship for voting in federal elections. As highlighted in a statement to Hill, the Tea Party Patriot Action, a major grassroots conservative group, is organizing a three-week bus […]