The Iran war is hitting America's school buses — and kids are paying the price

The Iran War is driving up diesel costs, straining school districts already facing a bus driver shortage, leading to missed breakfasts and fewer activities. A May survey of 188 school officials found 40% adjusted routes, 27% enforced anti-idling rules, 25% cut routes, and 8% made students walk farther. Districts are consolidating routes and cutting trips to protect spending on teachers and special education.