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Tuesday, April 02, 2013  Genesee County is cutting the use of government-issued cellphones for workers and replacing them with a monthly allowance for those using personal phones.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  Have you ever wondered when you should put that cell phone down? OR did you know that being glued to your mobile device at certain times can end up making you look disinterested?

Friday, December 14, 2012  Michigan lawmakers have passed a bill that would ban cellphone use by new drivers.

Friday, December 07, 2012  "Cell phones for soldiers" raises money by recycling old phones to buy prepaid calling cards for troops around the world.

Friday, July 13, 2012  A survey by the National Consumers League shows 6 out of 10 parents with children 8 through 12 have given their "tweens" cell phones.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  This would eliminate phone calls, text messaging, and tweeting except in emergencies.

Friday, September 30, 2011  Under the legislation, if a prisoner were to be found with a cell phone, he/she could face felony charges punishable by up to five more years in prison and/or a maximum of $1,000 fines.

Wednesday, September 14, 2011  The NTSB wants commercial drivers to stop using their cell phones completely, even if they’re using a wireless device, saying it is too dangerous.

Sunday, August 21, 2011  The Better Business Bureau is warning customers to consider both pro’s and con’s before selling their used technology in a buy back program.

Saturday, August 13, 2011  The Better Business Bureau reports scammers are trying to sell cell phone “shields," claiming they block any dangerous cell phone emissions.

Friday, August 12, 2011  A new study finds that reading text, watching movies or playing games on small hand-held screens could cause problems with your eyesight.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011  The Safe Driving Act of 2011 seeks to ban all hand-held cell phone use while driving.  Poll: Should all cell phone use while driving be illegal?

Saturday, June 04, 2011  The World Health Organization says cell phones may cause brain cancer.

Sunday, May 22, 2011  NBC25 is reviewing the latest in cell phone technology.  In this segment, we're reviewing the HTC Thunderbolt.

Thursday, January 20, 2011  Don't walk this way: One man's survey shows smart phones foster dumb habits among pedestrians.