Read more about the article Musella steps down as California’s top Log Cabin Republican
John Musella stepped down Tuesday as chairman of California's chapter of the Log Cabin Republicans.

Musella steps down as California’s top Log Cabin Republican

As recently as Monday night, John Musella was sharing items on the Facebook page of California’s Log Cabin Republicans – a National Public Radio story about Supreme Court nominations in…

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Read more about the article West Ranch v-ball overcomes early setback against Hart
West Ranch’s Victoria Del Rosario (24) reaches for a dig during a volleyball game against Hart on Tuesday. The Wildcats won 3-1. Katharine Lotze/Signal

West Ranch v-ball overcomes early setback against Hart

A sweep by Valencia on October 13 and a game-one loss Tuesday night to Hart couldn’t derail the dream season West Ranch High is having. The Wildcats rebounded to beat…

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Read more about the article West Ranch girls tennis wins 1st Foothill title since 2011
West Ranch High freshman Jordyn McBride returns a hit to her opponent during a tennis match at Valencia on Tuesday. Katharine Lotze/Signal

West Ranch girls tennis wins 1st Foothill title since 2011

The moment was three years in the making and, by the time it rolled around, an all-but-forgone conclusion. West Ranch High girls tennis beat Valencia High, 13-5, Tuesday at Valencia…

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Read more about the article Campaign flier causes dust-up, illuminates Santa Clarita political alliances
The Bob Kellar/Cameron Smyth joint flier that has caused a stir in Santa Clarita political circles.

Campaign flier causes dust-up, illuminates Santa Clarita political alliances

A political flier featuring both Mayor Bob Kellar and former Councilman Cameron Smyth has created a bit of a dust-up with two of their opponents in the Nov. 8 Santa…

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Read more about the article Signal staffer watches U.S. presidential debate in Cuba with Cubans
Our bartender, Andres, providing cigar service as we prepared to watch the second presidential debate at a hotel bar in Old Havana, Cuba. Katharine Lotze/Signal

Signal staffer watches U.S. presidential debate in Cuba with Cubans

Signal photographer/staff writer  Katharine Lotze spent last week in Cuba. While she was there, she took some time to watch the second U.S. presidential debate at her hotel’s bar. A…

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Read more about the article Bill Reynolds: Richard Roelofs – WWII Veteran – Newhall Resident
Richard Roelofs June 1944 WWII Veteran. Courtesy photo.

Bill Reynolds: Richard Roelofs – WWII Veteran – Newhall Resident

At age 95, Richard Van Der Hart Roelofs’ memory and articulation remain remarkable. He recited his WWII experiences quickly with so much detail that I had great difficulty keeping up.…

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Read more about the article Fire dangers intensify in Santa Clarita Valley this week
Members of a hand crew from Chula Vista put water on a Sand fire flare-up along Placerita Canyon road on July 26. Signal photo by Dan Watson

Fire dangers intensify in Santa Clarita Valley this week

Say goodbye to the cool and rainy weather that hit the Santa Clarita Valley Monday. A red flag warning is back in effect for the area until Thursday evening due…

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