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Thursday, July 22, 2010  The rising temperatures in Iowa don't just mean hot weather. Iowa transportation officials are warning motorists that they may also force pavement to buckle and shatter.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010  Gov. Chet Culver and top transportation officials have begun a year-long campaign to educate motorists about news laws that ban motorists from text messaging while driving and requiring young passengers to buckle up.

Thursday, April 01, 2010  It's now illegal for drivers younger than 18 to use a cell phone while behind the wheel and for older motorists to send or read text and e-mail messages.

Thursday, April 01, 2010  It's spring planting season in Iowa and the state Department of Transportation wants motorists and farm-vehicle operators to be cautious on roadways.

Wednesday, March 17, 2010  A House-Senate conference committee has outlined a measure that would restrict motorists from sending or read text messages while driving.

Monday, February 08, 2010  The Iowa Senate has approved a measure increasing the penalties for motorists who run a red light and injure others in a crash.