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Statewide Cell Phone Driving Ban Now Official: Quinn Signs Law
New law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.

Phone: (314) 258-1131
Email: sarah.flagg@patch.com
I discovered a passion for journalism at an early age. After seeing "Harriet the Spy," I realized her tendency to write everything down and study people could only lead to journalism.
A graduate of the University of Missouri with degrees in Photojournalism and Political Science, I was a staff reporter and photographer for the Columbia Missourian, worked abroad for MSN UK and interned for the Daily News in New York City.
A firm believer in objective journalism, I'll make it my mission to report the truth and represent people and events accurately.
When I'm not running around Lincoln Square, I like to spend time with family and friends, plans trips to random places, exercise and cook like a fiend.
Cardinals fan, bookworm, and a lover of hot wings and other fine foods, I truly enjoy my life as a journalist and fun enthusiast.
The Basics:
Full Name: Sarah Jean Flagg
Hometown: Festus, MO
Birthday: Sept. 2
Favorite Music: Queen. All day. Everyday.
Political Beliefs: Socially liberal, fiscally conservative. I believe people have the right to live their own lives when it comes to gay marriage and abortion. However, I also think the money earned should be yours, with as little tax and government interference as possible.
New law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.

New law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.
'Chicago Magazine' was gracious enough to taste test microbrews from across the area and Half Acre Beer Company won first place for pale ale in a tie.
'Chicago Magazine' was gracious enough to taste test microbrews from across the area and Half Acre Beer Company won first place for pale ale in a tie.
The space that held City Provisions will be a deli and grocery again, but this time, a Wisconsin-based farm is taking over with the name River Valley Kitchen and Market.
A 62-year-old man was arrested for exposing himself at the library, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave.
A 62-year-old man was arrested for exposing himself at a library in Lincoln Square.
A 62-year-old man was arrested for exposing himself at the library, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago Police 20th and 19th District police reports, Aug. 5 to Aug. 11.
Daring parachuters and planes dazzled festival-goers at North Avenue Beach in Lincoln Park.
Daring parachuters and planes dazzled festival-goers at North Avenue Beach in Lincoln Park.
Daring parachuters and planes dazzled festival-goers at North Avenue Beach in Lincoln Park.
Daring parachuters and planes dazzled festival-goers at North Avenue Beach.
Daring parachuters and planes dazzled festival-goers at North Avenue Beach in Lincoln Park
Local police and public officials met with residents to update them about recent crime in the area.
Local police and public officials met with residents to update them about recent crime in the area.
See how your favorite Bucktown and Wicker Park eateries fared on Chicago Health Department inspections.
Johnny Casserole and Orange Garden Restaurant were also inspected by the health department.
Four local officials are gathering at Half Acre Monday night to spend time with their constituents.
Four local officials are gathering at Half Acre Monday night to spend time with their constituents.