Tim Whyte | Immigration: Balancing Compassion vs. Priorities
By Tim Whyte Signal Editor As a part-time college journalism instructor for the past 20-plus years, one of my all-time favorite students was a bright and talented young man, who…
California Highway Patrol officers investigate a multi-car pileup that snarled traffic on the northbound state route 14 just north of Golden Valley Road Sunday evening. Cory Rubin/The Signal
Four-car crash stops traffic on Highway 14
California Highway Patrol officers responded to reports of a traffic collision on the northbound lanes of Highway 14 on Sunday evening that caused a 40 minute Sigalert.
Nikki Dail spoke with SCV residents about her travels through Belize late last year. Ryan Mancini/The Signal
NCA board member talks about her journey through Belize
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center opened its doors to Nikki Dail on Sunday to talk about her travels through Belize. Dail, a board member of the Los Angeles County Nature…
CBS Film Series to screen documentary thriller “Before the Revolution”
The CBS Film Series at Congregation Beth Shalom makes its return on Aug. 4 with the documentary thriller “Before the Revolution" which uses documentary footage to detail Jewish life in Iran before and after the Iranian Revolution.
Artists met at CalArts to receive instruction from photographer Roxanne Best, second row left, on how create a productive presence with art. Ryan Mancini/The Signal
Indigenous artists receive professional training at two-day CalArts course
The First Peoples Fund and the Pukúu Cultural Community Services coordinated to bring the two-day Native Artist Professional Development Training course to the California Institute of the Arts on Friday…
Robert Lamoureux: Wire connectors in electrical panel; ‘earthquake experts’
Question No. 1 Robert, We are in the process of selling our home. We had a home inspector come out and in our electrical panel there are wire connectors. He’s…
Letters to the Editor
Diane Wilson | Hotel Doesn’t Fit Sand Canyon
As a participant in the tour of the proposed Sand Canyon Country Club, I disagree with the reader letter from James Trabucco on June 30. Mr. Trabucco lives outside Sand…
Letters to the Editor
Gil Mertz | A Tale of Two Champions
As the U.S. women’s soccer team now flaunts their insufferable narcissism and vulgarity, the very people who condemn this behavior in President Trump now hypocritically approve, if it advances their…
Our View | Seeing the Bigger Picture on City’s Infrastructure
By The Signal Editorial Board Local infrastructure decisions can be tough. Take, for example, the debate over the Wiley Canyon bridge. Back in the early 1990s, when the city of…
David Hegg is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church and a Santa Clarita resident. "Ethically Speaking" runs Saturdays in The Signal.
David Hegg | What We Need in Society: Issuing a Call to Courage
By David Hegg Long before Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion walked the yellow brick road, society has understood the absolute necessity of courage. This essential virtue speaks to the willingness…
Superintendent Vicki Engbrecht in front of the William S. Hart Union School District Office in Santa Clarita. Dan Watson/The Signal
Vicki Engbrecht, Hart District Superintendent
Vicki Engbrecht, the superintendent of the William S. Hart Union High School District, is a longtime resident of the Santa Clarita Valley and a passionate champion of education and the quality of SCV schools.
Valencia baseball alumni Keston Hiura at Valencia High School on Wednesday, November 21, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal
Catching up with the SCV’s Major Leaguers
Hiura was recalled to the Milwaukee Brewers on June 28 and played in a game against Pittsburgh that night. He was 0-for-4 in the game, but he only picked up momentum from there.
Despite our best efforts, children still get hurt by falls, drowning and poisoning. Take the time to evaluate whether your home is as protected as it can possibly be from preventable accidents.
Home safe home: Protect your children with these 5 easy tips
Despite our best efforts, children still get hurt by falls, drowning and poisoning. Take the time to evaluate whether your home is as protected as it can possibly be from preventable accidents.
Hinder brings hard rock to Canyon Santa Clarita
Fans of the multiplatinum-selling Hinder will want to make their way to Canyon Santa Clarita on Sunday, July 28. Formed in Oklahoma in 2001, the band’s hard-rocking sound has garnered millions of fans for group.
Make the most of your home improvement dollars
Home improvement projects provide homeowners with a chance to put their own stamp on their homes. In addition, many such projects make homes safer and, in some instances, more eco-friendly.
How to nail the farmhouse style in your interior decorating
Farmhouse style is cozy, rustic, charming and eclectic. While creating the vibe in your own home is easy, according to home decorating experts, it requires some attention to detail.
Construction site close up with workers making dry wall and implementing glass wool Earthwool-Acoustic.
Safety when installing drywall
I can handle many scopes of work around my house as I am a licensed electrician and have years of experience in construction but there are moments where I am uncertain about codes for building, and this is one of them.
Wonderful waterparks across the state
As the temperature soars, and the Santa Clarita Valley bakes in the summer sun, it’s nice to know there are numerous community pools and popular area water parks where residents can take a dip and cool off.
Summertime meals are all about keeping it simple, so a handful of light and flavorful courses are all you need to keep your guests satisfied. Try this buffalo shrimp sandwich.
5 tips for stress-free outdoor entertaining
Good food, great company and the beauty of the outdoors: dining al fresco with family or friends is the perfect way to enjoy beautiful weather. For many people, though, the…
Celebrate Summer around the Santa Clarita Valley
Summertime in the Santa Clarita Valley is the time to get out and enjoy family activities. Here’s a few ideas of fun outings to put on your family activity calendar.
