In recent weeks, a rift has developed between the United States and Canada. The alliance between the two nations goes back almost a century. I’ve never been to Canada, nor… Read more »

If there’s one thing I’m good at, it’s opening a can of worms. Last month, I listed some of my least favorite TV news clichés, and offered readers a chance… Read more »

A sure sign of aging is when you realize that many of the things you grew up with are long gone. My list is getting longer. The transistor radio that… Read more »

I have been updating my password list. It’s the “nuclear football” of my life. Without these passwords, my life would be limited to occasional trips to the fridge and the… Read more »

As a TV news anchor, I try to avoid clichés. I grimace when I hear that “officials are tight-lipped.” In fact, I usually tighten my own lips, to no avail…. Read more »

I like to share everyday life events with you, and I tend to get cranky and write about the bad stuff too often. So I am about to lavish great… Read more »

                   Note from David Carroll: My son Chris Carroll lives and works in Washington, DC. I asked him to share his thoughts about… Read more »

Every few months, I look back through the inbox to review comments and questions from my cherished readers. Let’s open the mail! Dear David: It’s been a while since you… Read more »

I had it all planned out. A relaxing holiday season with plenty of time to catch up on football and some favorite TV shows. Silly me. First was the minor… Read more »

As a kid, I loved to read. My parents subscribed to Newsweek, I was addicted to TV Guide, and when I made a little spending money, I got a subscription… Read more »