Find school bus accident data online

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The record: A database of accidents involving school buses.

Why you'd want it: To learn more about school bus safety. Seven Valley Center grade school students were hurt last week when a bus crashed.

Where you get the records: The National Coalition for School Bus Safety keeps a comprehensive list of accidents. Go to www.ncsbs.org. Click on the "Accident Data" link on the left side of the home page. Then choose a year or browse all years.

How much it will cost: The information is free.