David Hegg | A Welcome Fall Reset
By David Hegg It’s finally happening. The long, hot summer has succumbed to our hopes for the cool breath of autumn. Of course, we don’t need to get out the…
Letters to the Editor
Brian Richards | This Is Conservative?
I read a column (Oct. 13) by Jonathan Kraut where he gave his voter guide. I would like to comment on his claim that: “My subsequent guide is from a…
Small earthquake hits Valencia
A 2.1-magnitude earthquake was felt by residents in Stevenson Ranch and Valencia on the west side of Interstate 5 around 8:30 a.m. on Sunday. The quake was measured at 1.9…
Professional Organizer Francesca Riso’s business motto is “Your home base is connected to your head space.” She reflects on this when working with each of her clients. Courtesy photo
The Philosophy of Decluttering
Professional organizer Francesca Riso, owner of Room for Space, has spent the last seven years helping individuals and families across Southern California confront one of the most emotionally complex parts…
The Monarch Grove in Pismo Beach is an overwintering spot for thousands of Monarch butterflies that gather November-February. Photo Courtesy Pismo Beach State Park
California’s ‘Take it Easy’ Adventures
Let’s face it … most of us aren’t in our 20s anymore. We still enjoy “adventure” but at a calmer, slower pace. Take it at your own pace at these…
The College of the Canyons hosts its fall Star Party, a free community event embracing science and student showcases, on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026 at the Canyon Country campus. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Photos: COC Star Party at Canyon Country campus
The College of the Canyons welcomed community members to a night under the stars embracing science and student showcases during its fall Star Party on Friday, held at the Canyon…
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Multivehicle crash reported in Saugus
At least five vehicles were involved in a chain-reaction crash on Saturday afternoon in Saugus, causing traffic delays at the intersection of Seco Canyon Road and Copper Hill, according to…
A man was killed in suspected in a solo vehicle crash after colliding with a tree in the early hours of Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. Signal staff photo.
Driver killed in suspected street race crash
Deputy injured after being struck by patrol unit during investigation Street racing may have been a factor in a fatal solo vehicle crash that occurred in the early hours of…
West Ranch's Zoe Greif tees off during the sixth match of the Foothill League at Vista Valencia Golf Course on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Freshman Aubrey Lee wins individual league crown, West Ranch girls’ golf secures team title in league’s final round
The girls’ golf season has come to an end in the Santa Clarita Valley, and West Ranch freshman Aubrey Lee will get to call herself Foothill League champion after recording…
Hart singles player Cate Holley returns the ball during Thursday's match against Saugus at Saugus High School on Oct. 15, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Hart girls’ tennis snags road win over Saugus
Following a loss to Golden Valley in the team’s last Foothill League girls’ tennis contest on Tuesday, the Hart Hawks bounced back with a 13-5 win over the Centurions at…
Byron York | The High Cost of Abdul El-Sayed — for All of Us
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan, expresses irritation when he is asked about his association with Hasan Piker, the streamer/provocateur who said America deserved 9/11. “I’m not here…
Letters to the Editor
Ron Perry | That’s What Europe Did!
Arthur Saginian, in your letter of Oct.15, your take on me is that I go around yelling “fire” or “wolf” when politically socialism is sweeping our nation. Your position is…
Letters to the Editor
Arthur Saginian | An Underlying Fear of Darwin
When I finished reading the Rev. David Hegg’s column, “Life Meaning and Purpose” (July 11), which was very well thought out and written, it suddenly occurred to me that what…
Letters to the Editor
Rob Kerchner | The Ridiculousness of It All
“Thanks for keeping us safe!” was such a ridiculous slogan. In hindsight, it’s even more so. Not only “didn’t” they keep anyone safe — because literally everybody caught COVID (ahem!)…
Christine Flowers | Cornell’s Jane Doe and Reputations
I was standing at the corner of Broad and Chestnut this week when a small group of youngish women and about three or four oldish men marched by, most of…
Paul Butler | Followership and Lessons from a Dog
One of the many things I used to enjoy about the cooler nights was having the luxury of time to take much longer and more leisurely walks with our little…
Robert Lamoureux | Looking for a lift into those rafters
Question: Good evening, Robert. I’ve never written in and am looking forward to your reply, hoping you’ll have some idea of what we can do to suit the need, without…
The Time Ranger | Big Cats, Killer Frogs, Satan & Dang Cattle Rustlers!
Top of the Saturday morn to you, fellow history trail riders. On this very expedition, we’ll be exploring some interesting back roads. If we were to assign a theme for…
Saugus quarterback Zachary Barnes (2) looks for an opening during Friday's game against West Ranch at College of the Canyons on Oct. 16, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Strong quarterback play powers Saugus football to win over West Ranch
Two quarterbacks, no problem. All season long, head coach Jason Bornn has opted to use a two-quarterback system with junior Brayden Connelly and freshman Zach Barnes alternating series. While that…
Hart wide receiver Derek Michel (11) catches the ball during the first quarter of Friday's game against Castaic at Valencia High School on Oct. 16, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Friday Night Football Scores
After Friday’s games, here are all the scores from teams around the Santa Clarita Valley: Hart 35, Castaic 0 Saugus 42, West Ranch 12 Valencia 71, Canyon 7 The matchup…