CPS to buy green buses with federal grant, but driver shortage remains a challenge for worn-out parents – Chicago Tribune/MSN

“We strongly support CPS’ efforts to reduce our carbon footprint. However, empty seats on yellow buses are the same as empty seats on green buses. They both lead to inequity in public education,” said Katie Milewski, leader of CPS Parents for Buses. A CPS spokesperson said offering transportation stipends to general education families not receiving bus services was not sustainable for CPS, citing a projected budget deficit for the next school year.