Don't Text While You Drive

American Idol 2009 winner Kris Allen and finalist Allison Iraheta joined Councilmember LaBonge at a "No Phone Zone" rally at John Marshall High School on Friday.

Councilmember LaBonge joined talk show host Oprah Winfrey's No Phone Zone campaign on Friday to discourage teens from texting while driving. Ms. Winfrey launched the No Phone Zone campaign with rallies in five U.S. cities, including one at John Marshall High School in the Franklin Hills.
"When you get behind the wheel, turn on the music and enjoy the ride. You don’t need to text or talk on the phone," said Councilmember LaBonge. "Safety comes first."
Even though California banned texting while driving in 2008, some people still subvert the law. Friday's rally included speeches by public officials, the story of one mother whose son was killed by a driver who was texting and a closing duet by 2009 American Idol winner Kris Allen and finalist Allison Iraheta.