Texting

Even with all of the hands-free technology that newer cars come equipped with, it's unfortunately still too easy for drivers to get distracted with their smart phones.

Texting and walking at the same time may soon be outlawed in New York.

New York has really tried to crack down on distracted driving.

Hudson Valley drivers will likely see more cars pulled over for drivers who are distracted by their phones.

A grant is going to help Dutchess County teenagers sign a pledge to not text and drive.

"A single text could be a godsend that gives law enforcement the upper hand.”

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced New York State has seen an 840% increase in texting while driving tickets.

A new law would allow the authorities to check the phone activity of a user after an accident to determine if distracted driving played a role in the incident.

Local Police To Crackdown on Texting While Driving

I think we've all learned that if you're having a conversation with someone, it would be rude to have a conversation with someone else at the same time.  Well, guess what...if you're texting while we're talking to each other, that's exactly what you're doing...