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Honolulu’s ‘Distracted Walking’ Law Takes Effect, Targeting Phone Users

Posted on October 25, 2017 · Under the new law, the only legal reason for a pedestrian to look at a cellphone while crossing a street would be to call 911. For repeat offenders, fines could run up to nearly $100

Transportation

Where Things Could Go Next With Texting While Driving Ban

Posted on June 7, 2017 · Statistics show that a lot of crashes on Houston-area roads are caused by distracted driving. Officials are now waiting to see if a statewide ban on texting and driving helps make the roads safer.