Concerns about communication and technology's educational role complicate the debate surrounding Governor Hochul's proposed smart device ban in New York schools.
School phone bans under scrutiny after Georgia shooting and frantic texts-'I'm sorry I'm not the best daughter'
The tragedy in Georgia underscores the need for communication tools like cellphones during school emergencies, challenging current bans.
NYC schools chief backs off phone ban in surprise reversal after parents fumed during lockdown: 'Now is not the time'
Chancellor Banks pauses phone ban in NYC schools due to communication failures during emergencies, highlighting parents' need for contact with their children.
School phone bans under scrutiny after Georgia shooting and frantic texts-'I'm sorry I'm not the best daughter'
The tragedy in Georgia underscores the need for communication tools like cellphones during school emergencies, challenging current bans.
NYC schools chief backs off phone ban in surprise reversal after parents fumed during lockdown: 'Now is not the time'
Chancellor Banks pauses phone ban in NYC schools due to communication failures during emergencies, highlighting parents' need for contact with their children.
City to Deploy Drones to Warn Residents in Flood Zones
New York City Mayor Eric Adams implements drones to broadcast safety messages for flooding risks, emphasizing the need for alternative communication methods.
The administrative law judge rejected AT&T's proposal to end landline phone service in parts of California due to concerns about accessibility and safety.
Latest line: A good week for Kaiser, a bad week for AT&T
Kaiser Permanente to build new hospital in San Jose campus.
AT&T faces criticism over discontinuing landline service.
AT&T proposal to end landlines suffers a setback
The administrative law judge rejected AT&T's proposal to end landline phone service in parts of California due to concerns about accessibility and safety.
Latest line: A good week for Kaiser, a bad week for AT&T
Kaiser Permanente to build new hospital in San Jose campus.
AT&T faces criticism over discontinuing landline service.