distracted driving

A state law that bans holding phones or other electronic devices while driving took effect Friday. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the law in early June so it would take effect in time for the July 4th holiday weekend.

Capitol reporter Rick Pluta walked through the new hands-free driving law that was signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer Wednesday.

Today, a new law to minimize distracted driving. Then, Wayne County's improvements to conditions at its juvenile detention center. Also, the finale of the Detroit incinerator. Plus, a new MSU art exhibit exploring work and home.

Driving while holding onto a phone or some other electronic device will be against the law in Michigan starting June 30. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the bill into law Wednesday in a ceremony attended by the families of people killed in crashes where distracted driving played a part.

Bills to forbid the use of hand-held electronic devices while driving are on their way to the governor for her signature after the House gave its final approval Thursday.

Michigan law currently bans texting while driving but doesn't account for other types of phone use like scrolling social media or video calling.

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer says she’d like to sign a law that does more to discourage distracted driving on Michigan roads.She met on Thursday with a group…

Battle Creek police officers can now pull over drivers who are holding a cell phone.Battle Creek commissioners passed the distracted driving ordinance…

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