Urbana ban on using cell phone while driving up for debate

URBANA – Alderman Charlie Smyth plans to propose banning drivers from using cell phones in Urbana.

And, unlike 18 months ago, when aldermen dismissed a similar proposal from Smyth, it appears some city council members are willing to give the idea a serious review.

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