Letters to the Editor
Teresa Todd | A True Original
As the new year began, Placerita Canyon lost one of its truest originals and most devoted champions. Lola Williams, born in 1936, was a woman of remarkable kindness, quiet strength,…
Letters to the Editor
Rick Barker | Will Look Like Child’s Play
If anyone thinks the fiasco with state and federal government payouts to all of the fraudsters in Minnesota is big, wait until we see what has been going on here…
Letters to the Editor
Philip Wasserman | A Super Self-Correction
I made a mistake in my Jan. 3 letter to The Signal. Margot Kidder played Lois Lane in the original Superman films, starring Christopher Reeve as Superman. In my defense,…
Joe Guzzardi | Fighting the Good Fight on Voter Fraud
One of the most determined and dedicated fraud fighters in the U.S. is the under-appreciated, unsung Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon, a constitutional law expert and free…
The Savvy Senior | When Do Most Americans Take Social Security?
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the most popular ages that people start taking their Social Security retirement benefits? I’m turning 62 later this year and trying to decide when to start taking my benefits. — Born in ’64 Dear ’64, You can sign…
Texas governor orders probes into potential fraud in child care services
By Jill McLaughlin Contributing Writer Texas last week became the first state to order internal fraud investigations into child care services in the wake of a federal fraud crackdown in Minnesota. Gov. Greg Abbott directed state…
The courts
Santa Clarita man pleads no contest to rape charge
A 20-year-old Santa Clarita warehouse worker is expected to receive a three-year sentence in state prison after pleading no contest Thursday to one count of sexual assault. De’Angelo Lee Rivera…
The Man and Woman of the Year organization awards two people in the Santa Clarita Valley every year based on their efforts and impact with volunteerism, May 2, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
Nominations being accepted for SCV Man and Woman of the Year
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Man & Woman of the Year Committee invites all local nonprofit organizations to nominate one man and one woman from the ranks of their dedicated volunteers to…
The Saugus Cafe is full of people having one final meal on Jan. 2, 2026 following the announcement of its permanent closure after an almost 140 year run. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Saugus Cafe lawsuit: Landlord is stealing the business
Allegations of dishonesty, intimidation and theft are at the heart of a lawsuit filed Tuesday on behalf of the longtime operators of The Original Saugus Cafe, alleging a series of…
New California fee targets batteries in PlayStations, power tools and singing cards
By Alejandra Reyes-Velarde CalMatters Writer Californians are paying a new fee every time they buy a product with a non-removable battery – whether it’s a power tool, a PlayStation, or even a singing greeting card. The 1.5% surcharge,…
US embassy warns American citizens to leave Iran ‘now’
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The U.S. State Department on Monday evening sent a warning to any Americans who are still remaining in Iran to leave the country immediately due to protests and increased regime…
Santa Clarita Valley Signal: Navigating Emergency Expenses and Car Title Pawns
Introduction: unexpected expenses in Santa Clarita Santa Clarita residents enjoy beautiful weather and a strong sense of community, but like any community, individuals and small businesses sometimes face sudden expenses - from…
Trump says he’s canceled meetings with Iran, tells protesters help is coming
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the White House has “canceled all meetings” with Iranian officials and that “help is on the way” amid days of…
People take part in a rally, in support of Idaho and West Virginia laws protecting women's and girls' sports, at the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington on Jan. 13, 2026. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.
Supreme Court considers state bans of boys in girls’ sports
Compiled from news service reports The Supreme Court on Tuesday heard oral arguments over the constitutionality of two states' bans on boys' participation in girls' sports. Idaho and West Virginia passed the laws, but…
Saugus wide receiver Landon Lattimore (17) runs with the ball during the second quarter of Friday's game against Hart at College of the Canyons on Sept. 19, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
SCV football players earn all-CIF honors across multiple divisions
The California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section announced its 11-man and eight-man all-CIF list for the 2025 season, which included multiple Santa Clarita Valley athletes across different divisions. In total, 13 local players were recognized across four divisions for their efforts in the playoffs between both lists. …
What to know before buying a fixer-upper
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer There are many reasons to buy a fixer-upper, starting with a lower price point. This may allow a buyer the opportunity to move into a neighborhood…
Photo courtesy of Legacy Christian Athletics. Signal file photo.
Legacy boys’ basketball completes win over top-ranked Mira Costa
The Legacy Christian Lions were already riding some serious momentum after wins over Canyon of Anaheim and the Valencia Vikings in the previous few games. But the Lions are riding a three-game winning…
A traffic collision causes a pole to be knocked down on Tupelo Ridge Drive and Copper Hill Drive in Saugus, Calif., Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
Crash knocks power out in Saugus
By Perry Smith and Kamryn Martell Signal Staff Writers A single-vehicle traffic collision in Saugus prompted street closures and a power outage around 10:18 a.m. Tuesday, according to Los Angeles County Fire Department officials. Firefighters were…
A List of Cryptocurrencies That Will Definitely Survive Beyond 2025
If you’ve been following crypto news today, you already know how fast the market can turn on its head. One minute, a flashy new altcoin is breaking headlines with promises…
Google Veo 3 vs OpenAI Sora 2
AI video generation has taken a huge leap forward in , with two major players emerging as the top contenders: Google Veo 3 and OpenAI Sora 2. Both of these…