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Chicago Public Schools says its busing problems are caused by a national shortage of bus drivers.

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Chicago Public Schools says its busing problems are caused by a national shortage of bus drivers.

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Chicago-area religious schools step up security

Jewish and Muslim schools in the area are increasing security as antisemitism and Islamophobia rise amid the Israel-Hamas war.

Chicago Public Schools says its busing problems are caused by a national shortage of bus drivers.
By Claire Hyman Max Lubbers
   

The killing of six-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume in suburban Plainview is being investigated as a hate crime. Advocates say his death is an example of what happens when someone is motivated by hateful rhetoric, and the story is one factor contributing to some Muslim schools stepping up security measures.

Reset learns more about the steps Jewish and Muslim schools have been taking since October 7.

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