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LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- In an effort to reduce the number of deaths and accidents caused by distracted driving, the LAPD is launching an educational campaign aimed at getting drivers to pay attention.

Kansas has the third-highest rate in the nation of fatality crashes due to distracted driving, studies show. Distracted ...

Despite years of public awareness campaigns, evolving traffic laws, and increasingly advanced vehicle safety features, distracted driving remains a persistent and growing problem in 2025. Tools like ...

Who’s actually paying attention on the road — red states or blue? Glowing phones in the driver’s seat are a common sight these days, though that shouldn’t be the case. Replies to texts and viral ...

RALEIGH, North Carolina (WTVD) -- State officials have seen an increase in distracted driving fatalities and lawmakers are looking to crack down on drivers who text while behind the wheel. Legislation ...

The Bowling Green FFA chapter dedicated the week of Oct. 6-12 to raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving.