Nigeria emphasizes cooperation with US amid strikes on ISIS
By Sam Dorman Contributing Writer The Nigerian government said on Friday that the recent U.S. strikes on ISIS were part of a broader effort to ensure regional security while affirming its…
A rainbow could be seen amidst the storm in Canyon Country on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Storm tapers off into holiday weekend
After a week of heavy rain during the holiday festivities, the atmospheric river is finally letting up going into the weekend. Leftovers may be the theme this week, as “leftover”…
The Santa Clarita City Council recently approved approximately $10 million in street changes, with nearly $8 million expected to go towards street improvements on the segment of Magic Mountain Parkway between Tourney Road and Avignon Drive. Courtesy graphic.
City Council approves $10M in street changes
The Santa Clarita City Council approved about $10 million in street changes at its last meeting of the year, signing off on plans to build a multiway stop in Newhall,…
Two fatalities in crash near Vista del Lago were children
A 7-year-old and a 9-year-old were killed in the fatal Thursday afternoon crash on Interstate 5 near Vista del Lago, said California Highway Patrol spokesperson Carlos Burgos-Lopez. Burgos-Lopez said the CHP received a call at 2:56 p.m. about a multi-car crash in the northbound lanes south of Vista…
Man dies at crash scene on I-5 Christmas evening
A man was killed after a crash Thursday evening on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near Magic Mountain Parkway when another driver crashed into the scene of the accident, according to California Highway Patrol spokesperson Carlos…
Mastering Sudoku: Strategies and Insights for Every Puzzle Lover
Sudoku is more than just a pastime; it’s a mental workout that sharpens logic, patience, and problem-solving skills. From casual enthusiasts to competitive solvers, players are constantly seeking ways to…
John Boston | The Unbearable Eyeball-Melting LED Headlights
The year 2026 is right around the corner and I know I am paid to rend flesh and entrails over the myriad of civilization-ending issues facing us. But, right now?…
Letters to the Editor
Larry Moore | I Forgive You
For the Christmas season, I feel compelled to submit a letter in the true spirit of Christmas. This is based on the fact that Trump Derangement Syndrome is now a…
Letters to the Editor
Arthur Saginian | The SCV’s New Reverend
The “Reverend” Gary Horton joined the ranks of the Rev. David Hegg this morning (Commentary, Nov. 5). Horton’s “sermon” was on human dignity, the fine line between authority and liberty,…
Michael Reagan | A True Story: Don’t Blame Santa
Here’s a true Christmas story starring the U.S. Postal Service and Santa Claus. Earlier this week, my wife Colleen went to our local post office in Los Angeles to mail…
Magnitude 2.5 earthquake hits near Valencia
A minor earthquake was recorded near Valencia at 2:45 p.m. Thursday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The 2.5 magnitude earthquake took place 10 kilometers, or 6.2 miles, south southwest of Valencia, near Mentryville Park.…
Two dead in three-vehicle collision on southbound I-5
Two people died and three people sustained minor injuries in a three-vehicle collision on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 near Vista del Lago on Thursday, according to the L.A. County Fire Department. Public Information Officer…
An influx of rain made its way near Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Christmas morning on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Holiday storm expected to bring up to 9 inches of rain by Friday afternoon
As Christmas celebrations are “merry and bright,” residents are finding joy and warmth in anything other than the weather. With a downpour in Santa Clarita, and the rest of Southern…
Overturned vehicle results in Interstate 5 closures
An overturned vehicle prompted the closure of three lanes Thursday morning on northbound Interstate 5, near Magic Mountain Parkway, according to Megan Curtiss with the California Highway Patrol Traffic Management Office. Officers…
DHS arrests over 17,500 criminal illegal immigrants under Laken Riley Act
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer The Department of Homeland Security has arrested and detained more than 17,500 criminal illegal immigrants under the Laken Riley Act, the department said in a Wednesday statement. The Laken…
College briefs
College Briefs for Dec. 25
Mercer admitted to University Honors Program at Nebraska Sophie Mercer, of Santa Clarita, a forensic science major in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, is among a record…
Neighborhoods near Placerita Canyon saw several inches of rain during the atmospheric river storm on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Newsom declares emergency as floods, mudslides threaten California on Christmas Day
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency across six counties on Christmas Eve as a series of powerful winter storms drenched much of the state,…
Letters to the Editor
Rick Barker | Suggestion
In re: Jonathan Kraut, “Are They Saying It’s Illegal to Disobey an Illegal Order?” (Commentary, Dec. 2.) Mr. Kraut’s was just the most recent but this will apply to ALL…
Bill Miranda | Happy Holidays Santa Clarita!
The holiday season is a special time for all of us to focus on what truly matters — family, community and the small acts of kindness that connect us. In Santa Clarita,…
Letters to the Editor
Rob Kerchner | The Critics Were Wrong
Contrary to conventional economic wisdom and warnings from critics on the left that cutting interest rates while imposing broad tariffs would stoke inflation, the Trump administration is achieving all three…