Gary Horton | Stop Scaring Me with Words
Don’t let anyone do your thinking for you by attaching a scary label to an idea before you’ve examined it. That’s become one of the oldest tricks in politics. Instead…
Letters to the Editor
Larry Moore | Our 51st State
Lois Eisenberg: You live in Valencia. There is no corruption, chaos, upheaval, violence, or uncertainty. Our city does not have a toxic administration. Your only worries might be a neighbor’s…
Letters to the Editor
Julee Brooks | Putting Kids First
My name is Julee Brooks, and I am running for the William S. Hart Union High School District board in Trustee Area 2 representing parts of Valencia, New-hall and Stevenson…
Dan Walters | Which Newsom Will U.S. Voters See?
All politicians are, to some extent, chameleons who align their personas with the prevailing moods of the public. That can be tricky in an era of extreme political volatility, where…
Why Summer is the Deadliest Season for Teen Drivers
As summer approaches, many teenagers will celebrate a significant milestone: getting their driver's license. While to them this represents freedom and independence, it also marks the beginning of what safety…
The Savvy Senior | Robotic pets can provide comfort to elderly seniors
Dear Savvy Senior, My mother, who has dementia, recently moved into an assisted living facility that doesn’t allow pets. I’m thinking about getting her a robotic pet to cheer her up. Are they worth…
Athletes with the Southern California Special Olympics participate in the annual bowling tournament on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026 at the Valencia Lanes. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Special olympics hosts bowling tournament
The Valencia Lanes was packed on Saturday morning, with teams from across southern California including the Santa Clarita Valley for the 2026 SCV Bowling Competition hosted by the Special Olympics of Southern…
First responders were dispatched to a fire on the 23700 block of Auto Center Drive, Tuesday, Aug. 4., 2026. Signal Staff/The Signal Screenshot
Vince fire prompts evacuation orders
A fire in Valencia that initially prompted evacuation orders for residents in the Bridgeport area was extinguished following a large presence of Los Angeles County Department Fire personnel on Tuesday…
Decline-in-value review forms available for property owners
News release Los Angeles County property owners may now file an application for a Decline-in-Value Review if they believe the market value of their property has fallen below its current…
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Barger calls for countywide earthquake readiness review
News release Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger has introduced a motion calling for a comprehensive review of the county's earthquake preparedness, while also directing county emergency officials to engage renowned seismologist Dr. Lucy…
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Khalsa announces candidacy for Santa Clarita City Council
News release Longtime Santa Clarita resident, former fighter pilot, airline pilot, educator, business owner, and community advocate Bob Khalsa has announced his candidacy for Santa Clarita City Council District 5,…
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LASD, FBI arrest ‘suspicious individual’ at Trump golf course in Rancho Palos Verdes
News release L.A. County Sheriff’s Department deputies assigned to the Lomita Sheriff’s Station responded to Trump National Golf Course in Rancho Palos Verdes at about 3:28 p.m. Sunday after plain clothes federal agents reported…
California Democrats defy Newsom, back billionaire tax
By Maya C. Miller and Jeanne Kuang CalMatters Writers California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, opposes the billionaire tax on voters’ ballots this November. So does Xavier Becerra, the Democratic gubernatorial candidate…
L.A. County inspects Linda Blair Worldheart Foundation
The Linda Blair Worldheart Foundation’s Acton facility has been the center of attention after being inspected by multiple L.A. County departments for possible check code violations and the welfare of animals under the foundation’s care, a county news release announced Tuesday. On Friday, the L.A. County Departments of…
LA County says a program meant to help people with serious mental illness is gaining traction
By Robert Garrova LAist Writer/via CalMatters After a slow start, a program that aims to bring thousands of Angelenos living with serious mental illness under court-led care has seen a spike…
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Two cities burned in LA fires settle YIMBY lawsuit
By Ben Christopher CalMatters Writer Homeowners in Malibu and Pasadena who saw their neighborhoods burn in the Eaton and Palisades fires last year will soon be able to build up to…
Judge: New York can’t ban federal agents from wearing masks
By Chris Summers Contributing Writer A judge ruled on Monday that New York cannot ban federal agents from wearing masks or balaclavas, or require them to wear visible identification. U.S. District Judge Mae D’Agostino, for…
In this handout photo provided by U.S. Central Command, U.S. forces patrol the Arabian Sea near M/V Touska on April 20, 2026, after firing upon the Iranian-flagged vessel that the U.S. accused of attempting to violate the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Navy via Getty Images.
Cargo ship hit in strait, US-Iran talks in limbo
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer A cargo vessel was struck by an unknown projectile overnight in the Strait of Hormuz, British maritime authorities said, the latest in a string of attacks…
EU calls for stronger borders after deadly migrant surge in Spain
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer European Union interior ministers voiced support for Spain on Tuesday following the deadly illegal immigrant surge in Ceuta, while calling for stronger borders, faster returns, and…
Man arrested on arson charges in connection with Spokane fire
By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer A man was arrested on Monday on suspicion of arson connected to the Old Trails fire, one of three wildfires burning in Spokane, Washington, that forced more than…