It’s true that cell phones distract us. According to a study conducted by Common Sense Media, about 97 percent of students use their phones “for a median of 43 minutes” through the school day.

Next on the list is overcoming a spotty cell signal. It can be downright dangerous when you can’t make a call when you need to. These tips can help. 1. Rule out the basics ...

The law that bans holding a cell phone to talk or text while driving doesn’t take effect in Washington state for a couple of months, but one mom has learned the hard way that no call is worth it ...