Santa Clarita Kings Day set for Dec. 13
News release The city of Santa Clarita is inviting residents to the annual Santa Clarita Kings Day on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Crypto.com Arena as the…
Deadline approaching for Borderline Bar and Grill victims to receive financial help
News release Victims of the 2018 Borderline Bar and Grill mass shooting may be eligible for financial compensation to address their trauma, but they need to apply by Nov. 7…
Two big rigs crashed on northbound Interstate 5, near the Valencia Boulevard off-ramp, Tuesday morning on Oct. 14, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Man killed in morning crash
Major uptick in collisions accompanies wet weather A man was killed in a two-vehicle collision on Tuesday morning in Castaic, according to a spokesperson with the California Highway Patrol Newhall-area…
In this Jan. 11 file photo Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with Russian prosecutors in Moscow, Russia. President Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials have deferred questions about their plans for future contacts with Trump until he takes office on Friday. (Associated Press)
Putin: Russia ‘very actively’ developing new nuclear weapons
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russia is “very actively” developing and testing new nuclear weapons and that Moscow may soon make a formal…
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent testifies before the House Ways and Means Committee on Capitol Hill on June 11, 2025. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu.
Bessent: Treasury shuffling funds to pay troops during shutdown
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday that the Treasury Department is adjusting its payment processes so active-duty service members can continue to be paid during…
U.S. President Donald Trump greets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of a meeting with European leaders, at the White House on Aug. 18, 2025. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.
Trump to host Zelenskyy Friday to talk air defense, long-range weapons
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he will travel to Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday for high-stakes talks expected to focus on bolstering…
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NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab lays off 550 employees
Compiled from news service reports and news releases NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is laying off hundreds more employees as the prestigious research and development center moves to create a “leaner…
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Social Security says 2026 payments will be adjusted despite shutdown
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The Social Security Administration said Tuesday that it will release its cost-of-living adjustment for next year’s payments and confirmed the ongoing government shutdown won’t impact payments…
How Localization Drives Content Marketing Success in Global Markets
Expanding into global markets requires more than translation. Localization ensures content resonates with diverse cultures and user expectations. By tailoring language, tone, and context, businesses connect with audiences on a…
How State-Specific Franchise Laws Are Evolving: What Entrepreneurs Should Watch for in 2025
Franchising in America is getting a facelift, and it is happening one state at a time. For years, franchising followed a predictable federal roadmap under the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC)…
Is My Personal Injury Claim Valid Under Florida Law?
Some accidents result in injuries, but not all meet the threshold for a legal claim. If you believe someone else was responsible for your injuries, there are specific factors that…
Commentary
David M. Shribman | Fort Sumter Has Much to Say on American Division
CHARLESTON, S.C. On an artificial island 4 miles from downtown stands an unlikely reminder of the cost of national disunion, a granite monument to discord, both a reminder of the…
Letters to the Editor
Ron Perry | People Would Still Kill
Re: Lois Eisenberg’s letter of Oct. 2. The Second Amendment was written to protect citizens against the government! If we only have muskets, what good would that be? Also, aren’t…
Letters to the Editor
Cheryl Corriveau | Political Theater
The recent coordinated resignation from the Santa Clarita Veterans Services Collaborative reeks of political theater, not genuine concern for veterans. Let’s be clear about what’s really happening here: Failed politicians…
Dan Walters | Newsom, Trump: Gerrymander Warriors
Last week I, along with millions of other Californians, received a one-page ballot for the Nov. 4 special election. My initial reaction as I opened the envelope was anger, perhaps…
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LASD investigating Valencia death of Mitt Romney’s sister-in-law
By Signal Staff Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department homicide detectives are investigating the death of politician Mitt Romney’s sister-in-law Friday night on Town Center Drive in Valencia. At approximately 9…
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Suspect arrested in Castaic rape investigation
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies arrested a man after he was accused of two incidents of sexual assault against the same alleged victim in Castaic. The 36-year-old Palmdale bus…
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Deputies arrest suspect in ‘prowler’ investigation
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials confirmed one man was in custody Monday afternoon after they received a number of calls about a possible package thief. Online reports indicated the…
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CHP arrests fugitive assault suspect after traffic stop
California Highway Patrol officers from the Newhall-area Office helped put an Idaho fugitive in custody to face charges Friday. Their suspect was a doctor from Boise accused of sexually assaulting…
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LASD presents case against officer in animal-abuse allegation
Los Angeles Police Department officials Monday confirmed an employee was placed on leave related to the investigation of a dog being struck in a video, which has been shared online. …