Charles E. Geer
How to deal with robocalls
Not answering the phone is often the wisest choice. Read more
Is presidential impeachment a "witch hunt?"
"Bewitched" episode conjures history lesson. Read more
Separating the men from the boys
With vaping's safety in question, those wanting to quit nicotine may need to find other solutions. Read more
Myrtle Avenue: You’re never gonna keep us down
Granite City businesses and residents persevere amid natural disaster. Read more
Thank you, Mr. Garman
Answers to a reader's questions about climate change column. Read more
Needy or greedy?
Gaming the system is alive and well among society's upper crust. Read more
Halloween hullabaloo
Petitioners want to move celebration to the weekend. Read more
Climate change: Today’s hot topic
From heat waves to cold spells, the St. Louis area's weather defies predictions. Read more
Those workin' for the car wash blues
Granddaughter's Girl Scout fundraiser doesn't go exactly as planned. Read more
Calling ‘Gloria’!
An abridged history of the Blues’ rally song. Read more
Texas proposal on junk food is hard to swallow
Legislator wants to prevent food stamp recipients from buying certain items. Read more
Tough abortion laws leave unanswered questions
Three points in particular aren't part of the conversation. Read more
Shopping list: eggs, buns, strawberries ... plastic bags?
There are better pollution solutions than another state tax. Read more
The truth about autism spectrum disorder
Misinformation is abundant. Read more
Old enough to vote — and fight?
Lowering the voting age sparks lively debate. Read more
Jussie Smollett’s alleged hoax shatters more than a career
"Empire" actor's claims about attack have set back progress on preventing hate crimes. Read more
Attack of the electronic zombies
Limiting time with electronics can protect children's mental health. Read more
Looking forward, looking back
As calendar turns, an opportunity to learn. Read more
"Vehicle harmony" sounds wrong note?
An SUV gets a classical update to traditional sounds. Read more
The morning after Election Day
Now that the political storm has subsided, it's time to work on nation's problems. Read more