Kern County and the rest of the Central Valley has its own unique problem when it comes to road safety.

You're sitting at a red light waiting for the traffic signal to change, and your phone buzzes. It can be tempting to reach over and check the text or alert. But doing so is illegal, according to ...

Picture this: You’re stopped at a red light when you decide to alter your route. Are you legally allowed to check Google Maps on your smartphone? Or do you risk getting a ticket for using a map app?

From checking a map app while driving to pushing the speed limit in a school zone, California’s Vehicle Code lays out the rules of the road drivers must follow to keep everyone safe. In June, the ...

While nearly every state in the U.S. has a ban on texting and driving, over 30 states have taken an extra precaution when it comes to cellphone usage while driving. Some states have implemented ...