Eyes up and phones down! April is distracted driving awareness month.

Did you know -- since Sept. 1, 2017, it has been illegal to read, write or send a text while driving in Texas?

Angel Trees (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) With the rapid adoption of smartphones in the United States, distracted driving has become a hot topic in traffic safety. While cell phones and navigation devices often are the culprit when it comes to distracted driving, conventional distractions such as interacting with passengers and eating also contribute to crashes. The National Safety Council (NSC) analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data finds that 2,841 people died in distraction-affected crashes in 2018. That number continues to grow now that we are in 2020 and Mindy hopes that she can stop these angel trees from growing.

HOUSTON – Summer is here guys and many of you might be venturing out on your next road trip. It’s important to stay safe on these long rides, but for some drivers, safety is merely a suggestion. Traffic Expert Anavid Reyes breaks down just how distracted Houston drivers can be. Houston ranks number one for most likely to read a book or newspaper while driving. Texting and drivingHouston ranks number three for most likely to kiss and drive in the U.S.