A nationwide facebook campaign encouraging people to steal road cones has caught the attention of police. The campaign, which had over 7000 followers, has been removed from the social networking site, … [Read more...] about Warning Over ‘Steal a Road Cone’ Day
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Police Hitting Construction Zones on Lookout for Drivers on Cell Phones
The Illinois State Police have been cracking down on drivers in work zones, especially those drivers talking on cell phones. Since January 1, 2010, it has been illegal to talk on a cell phone while … [Read more...] about Police Hitting Construction Zones on Lookout for Drivers on Cell Phones
“Orange Cones. No Phones.” Campaign
Transurban-Fluor and AAA Mid-Atlantic released a report on distracted Capital Beltway drivers in September 2009 and launched a regional campaign focused on reducing distracted driving in the Capital … [Read more...] about “Orange Cones. No Phones.” Campaign
VDOT and Oprah Ask Drivers to Put Phones Away While Driving
Virginia Department of Transportation kicked off its No Phone Zone campaign in April, asking drivers to put away their cell phones during the road construction season. Oprah Winfrey also encourages … [Read more...] about VDOT and Oprah Ask Drivers to Put Phones Away While Driving
State House Passes Bill Banning Use of Hand-Held Cell Phones While Driving
House Bill 2070 passed in the Pennsylvania state House. The legislation makes using a hand-held mobile phone for calls or text messages while driving a primary offense with a $50 fine. The fine would … [Read more...] about State House Passes Bill Banning Use of Hand-Held Cell Phones While Driving
ISP, IDOT, SOS, and Corporate Partners Join Efforts to Save Lives on Illinois Roadways
Illinois State Police, Illinois Department of Transportation, and Illinois Secretary of State, along with corporate partners, joined together to remind Illinois motorists of two new laws taking effect … [Read more...] about ISP, IDOT, SOS, and Corporate Partners Join Efforts to Save Lives on Illinois Roadways