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Authorities announce stricter enforcement measures aimed at reducing fatal crashes linked to texting and driving

They’ve announced tougher enforcement to stop people from texting, using social apps, or running mobile […] ...
Steel Horse Rides on MSN

Near-miss accidents are rising — and distracted driving is a growing culprit

Near-miss moments on the road are starting to feel less like flukes and more like […] ...

Driving while holding a phone in SC? Expect to be fined. Here's how much

The South Carolina Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act took effect on Sept. 1, 2025. But the warning period ends Feb. 28.
Coshocton Tribune

Students take the wheel on demonstrating dangers of distracted driving

Their project uses speakers and hands-on simulation stations to show teens the dangers of distractions like texting and eating.

Texting while driving could become more costly in Arizona. Here's why

Arizona drivers may face higher fines for distracted driving. Here's how much texting while driving could cost.

DriveSafe Online Alerts Pennsylvania Drivers of New Paul Miller’s Law Targeting Distracted Driving

Handheld phone ban fines begin June 5, 2026. Defensive driving courses can help turn awareness into action by showing ...
Las Vegas Sun

High rate of vehicle fatalities in Nevada raises importance of reducing driving distractions

Editor’s note: “Behind the News” is the product of Sun staff assisted by the Sun’s AI lab, which includes a variety of tools such as Anthropic’s Claude, Perplexity AI, Google Gemini and ChatGPT.
KJZZ

Arizonans are making fewer handheld calls while driving, but we're still distracted by phones

A new report suggests that while fewer Arizonans are making calls while holding their phones behind the wheel, behaviors like ...
Bluffton Today

Hands-Free Driving Law warning period ends Feb. 28

South Carolina's Hands-Free Driving Law will be fully enforced starting February 28, 2026. The law prohibits holding a mobile ...