John Boston | National Slap a Co-Worker Day Is Coming Soon
I’ve been completely in the dark about this. Just recently, I discovered that, every year, until the end of American Civilization, Oct. 23 is National Slap Your Co-Worker Day. Mark…
Letters to the Editor
Elizabeth Barcohana | Democrats’ Sanctuary for Pedophiles
California became the first sanctuary state in the nation in 2017, which means our laws prevent local law enforcement from cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement to deport illegal immigrants. …
Commentary
Dan Walters | State of the State or a Stump Speech?
The California Constitution requires that “the governor shall report to the Legislature each calendar year on the condition of the state and may make recommendations.” Traditionally, that has meant that…
Former President Donald J. Trump (left) and President Joe Biden during the presidential debate in Atlanta on June 27, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu.
Notebook: Biden, Trump face off in first 2024 presidential debate
Compiled by Catherine Yang, Jacob Burg, T.J. Muscaro and Jackson Richman Contributing Writers CNN hosted the first presidential debate of the 2024 election Thursday night with President Joe Biden and former President…
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on Golden Valley Road.
LASD: Suspect released after deputies seize 16 pounds of methamphetamine
Two weeks after Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies were spotted piling sizable bags of white powder on the hood of a car in the parking lot of a bustling…
Sheriff's deputies investigate the scene where a person was killed in a shooting Monday night near the intersection of Newhall Avenue and Lyons Avenue. Staff photo
Man arrested in connection with fatal shooting on Lyons
The Detective Bureau of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station arrested a man in connection with the investigation into a June 17 shooting death on Lyons Avenue. Fernando Bernabe, 31, of…
The plaque dedicated to E.G. "Jerry" Gladbach is uncovered at the E.G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant on Thursday, June 27. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
SCV Water dedicates treatment plant
A collection of past and present water officials, city leaders and some of those closest to Jerry Gladbach gathered Thursday at Central Park to honor the memory of the former…
FILE PHOTO A Los Angeles County Fire Department truck moves quickly to scene. Katharine Lotze/The Signal
Brush fire near Magic Mountain quickly put out
A brush fire that broke out Thursday afternoon near Six Flags Magic Mountain had forward progress stopped prior to the arrival of firefighters, according to L.A. County Fire Department officials. …
COC board member resigns, third closed session meeting to be held
Chuck Lyon has announced his resignation from the Santa Clarita Community College District board of trustees, which oversees College of the Canyons, effective Thursday. Lyon’s resignation means the board likely…
A backlog of identity theft cases at the Internal Revenue Service is growing. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu
Backlog of identity theft cases at IRS leaving many without refunds
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer A backlog of identity theft cases at the Internal Revenue Service is growing, hitting 500,000 in April, according to a new report from National Taxpayer Advocate…
William S. Hart Union High School District Superintendent Mike Kuhlman (right) congratulates Deputy Superintendent Michael Vierra on being named the interim head of the district at Wednesday's meeting. Tyler Wainfeld/The Signal.
Vierra talks plans as Hart district interim head
Most people know the phrase, “hit the ground running.” For Michael Vierra, recently appointed as interim superintendent of the William S. Hart Union High School District, he’s starting off his…
A Supreme Court decision announced Thursday allows emergency abortions to proceed in Idaho while a challenge to the state’s abortion law moves through the lower courts. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu
Supreme Court temporarily allows emergency abortions in Idaho
By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer The Supreme Court on Thursday decided to dismiss Idaho’s appeal against a lower court ruling that granted an exception to its strict abortion law for abortions…
Top Lead-Generating Strategies and How They Work
Generating high-quality leads is a critical component of any successful marketing strategy. Effective lead generation requires a multifaceted approach, combining various techniques to attract, engage, and convert potential customers. Here…
A survey released Thursday by the U.S. Farm Bureau reports the cost of a Fourth of July cookout has hit an all-time high in 2024. Photo by Susan Mortimer
July 4th cookout cost reaches ‘record high’ due to inflation, Farm Bureau says
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The average cost for a Fourth of July cookout has increased in 2024 to a “record high,” in part due to higher inflation, according to a…
Chung Lee enjoys attention from the West Ranch students during "Run with Dogs Event" at the Castaic Animal Care Center on Wednesday, June 26. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Another chance at life
West Ranch cross country team runs with the dogs of the Castaic shelter to promote adoption Karen Cirricione, co-head coach for the West Ranch Girls cross country team, may have…
‘Constellations’ playing this weekend at The Main
News release “Constellations,” described as a love story about an unlikely romance, is playing this weekend at The Main in Old Town Newhall. “Constellations” is a play by Nick Payne…
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, courtesy photo.
PAC announces Spotlight Series lineup
News release In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center Spotlight Series will feature a diverse lineup of musicians and performers, as well as family-friendly events…
Ventura Harbor Village to hold Summer Seaside Movie Nights
News release As the sun sets on the ocean, visitors will be entertained at the Ventura Harbor Village’s 2024 Summer Seaside Movie Nights Series. Movie-goers are invited to bring chairs…
NTSB reveals results of investigation into toxic Ohio train derailment
By Jeff Louderback Contributing Writer More than a year after a Norfolk Southern train carrying toxic chemicals derailed and exploded in East Palestine, Ohio, the National Transportation Safety Board returned to…
Theater news
Santa Paula Theater holding auditions for ‘Chapter Two’
News release Santa Paula Theater Center is holding auditions starting this weekend for its production of “Chapter Two,” a romantic comedy by Neil Simon. Auditions are scheduled 11 a.m. to…
