Dan Walters | California’s Population Is Stagnating
California’s population exploded during and immediately after World War II, from 6.9 million in 1940 to 19.9 million in 1970, thanks to waves of migrants from other states drawn to…
Robert Lamoureux
Robert Lamoureux | The lowdown on a low-budget lawn refresh
Question: Robert, I know you are a construction expert, but I have questions regarding my yard. I’m hoping, as a newer homeowner, that you could guide me, so that I don’t have to waste…
Time Ranger
The Time Ranger | Nudists & Our Very Own Nesaval County
Dear me, time traveling is a wonderful thing. It seemed like it was January a moment ago and in the blink of an eye, we’re in the second month that begins with…
A booking photo of Noel Christopher "Detail" Fisher. Courtesy LASD
Judge denies motion to dismiss producer’s assault charges
An L.A. County Superior Court judge rejected a motion that sought to throw out 30 charges related to a famous music producer charged with committing numerous alleged sexual assaults, including at his Stevenson Ranch…
Academy of the Canyons graduating senior Alana Ramirez delivers her commencement address during the class of 2026 ceremony on Thursday June 4, 2026 at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
AOC celebrates its class of 2026
The celebration of Academy of the Canyons’ newest graduating class Thursday at Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center featured a celebration of a unique achievement made possible through the school’s partnership…
No state charges for protesters who targeted church in Minnesota
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Prosecutors said Wednesday that dozens of anti-immigration enforcement protesters who interrupted a Minnesota church service earlier this year will not face state criminal charges. The decision,…
The courts
Judge orders Trump administration to restart asylum claims
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer The Trump administration must restart processing claims of asylum, a federal judge ruled on Friday. Officials must also resume adjudicating requests for immigration benefits such as work permits from…
Bowman graduating students celebrate with their former teachers as they walk out to "Pomp and Circumstance" during the Bowman High School graduation at College of the Canyons on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Bowman High School graduation celebrates a culture of support
Is it possible for an entire class of graduating seniors to know each other? Bowman High School’s roughly 200-member class of 2026 seemingly did, sitting in a handful of rows at the top of College…
17 Meaningful Retirement Gifts That Aren’t a Cliché
Photo Source: Adobe Stock Finding the perfect retirement present can feel challenging, especially if you want to avoid the usual clichés. After years of dedication, a meaningful send-off deserves something…
Could Blockchain Skills Become a Valuable Career Path for Students?
Image Credit: Blockchain The digital landscape is shifting toward decentralized systems. That shift is driving demand for specialized technical skills. It also creates a real opportunity for you to build…
David Ortiz, Beyond Big Papi
David Ortiz has always been easy to recognize. The smile, the swagger, the swing, and that nickname that followed him everywhere he went. But the reason he has stayed in…
Read the Market Through the XAGUSD Chart and Silver Price Action
Silver has always held a unique position in the global financial market. Unlike many other commodities, it carries both industrial importance and investment appeal. Traders often turn to the XAGUSD chart to…
Top App for Music Video Creation in 2026: 5 Tools Tested on Mobile
In 2026, musicians are no longer creating songs for streaming platforms only. A single release often needs a full YouTube music video, vertical teaser clips, lyric content, short-form edits, and…
A picture of the clothing donation that was collected by Golden Valley's swim program but never delivered to Julimen. Courtesy photo
Swim program laments stolen clothing drive
A local high school swim coach is trying to figure out some new ways to support students in the fall after a grifter stole a donation collected by the program,…
John Boston | In 2028, Judge Roy Bean Will Get My Vote
The memory banks are starting to fog like the yellow headlights from my old 1953 Ford F-100. The first person I ever voted for was Martin Van Buren and that…
Letters to the Editor
Michael Sandeen | Strange, Puzzling Objections
Jack Crawford’s letter to the editor printed May 30 regarding voter fraud is a bit puzzling to me. He quotes Factually, an artificial intelligence-powered fact-checking website, that convictions for voter…
Letters to the Editor
Jim Scott | Where Do the Commons Begin?
Once again I am taking issue with Mr. Gary Horton and today’s column (June 3) “Where Does the Commons End?” For the majority of his article, I agree with him…
Dan Walters | Medi-Cal Cuts, Taxes Loom in Budget Talks
The primary election has come and gone. Votes are still being counted and the eventual results in close contests might not be known for weeks. However, it’s back to work…
FILE
Schiavo’s AI workforce protection bill passes Assembly
News release As California continues to see artificial intelligence-driven layoffs from major corporations like Meta, Oracle and UPS, Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, announced that her bill, the AI Deployment & Workforce Displacement Assessment…
Signs indicating that businesses at Plum Commerce Center are still in operation were present during the Bouquet Canyon closure on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Bouquet businesses still reeling from city closure
About three months on, proprietors in two Bouquet Canyon Road shopping centers say Santa Clarita has put them on a path to going out of business, due to an 11-month road closure the…