Lottery issues scam alert
News release The California Lottery is warning players about common lottery scams, following an uptick in reports, made by law enforcement agencies and likely victims, to the California Lottery’s security and law…
A combination of images from video show a masked person outside the home of Nancy Guthrie in Catalina Foothills, Arizona. Courtesy of the FBI.
FBI releases images of potential suspect in Guthrie kidnapping
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer The FBI on Tuesday released new images and videos showing a person outside the home of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie. FBI Director Kash…
Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducts a lethal kinetic strike on an alleged drug boat in the Eastern Pacific on Feb. 9, 2026. US Southern Command/Screenshot.
2 killed in boat strike by US military in Eastern Pacific
By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer The U.S. military said it carried out a lethal kinetic strike on a drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific on Monday, killing two traffickers and leaving one survivor. U.S.…
US military boards oil tanker in Indian Ocean after pursuing it from Caribbean
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer U.S. military forces boarded a crude oil tanker “without incident” in the Indian Ocean after pursuing it from the Caribbean, the Pentagon stated on Monday, accusing the vessel…
What to Do After a Car Accident in California: A Legal Guide
Byline: Will Jones Image Credit: Pexels No one expects a car accident, but they happen often and interrupt your plans. A crash can be overwhelming, requiring you to document the…
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SSA: More than 100M ‘my Social Security’ accounts created
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer More than 100 million Americans have created a “my Social Security” online account that allows individuals to access the Social Security Administration’s personalized tools and services,…
Valencia's Cara McKell (32) dribbles the ball during the third quarter of Friday's game against Saugus at Saugus High School on Jan. 23, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Girls’ basketball playoff preview: 6 teams set to play in CIF first round, 4 to host
The California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section released the playoff brackets for girls’ basketball on Saturday, featuring six teams from the Santa Clarita Valley. All six teams will play on Thursday for…
Girls’ soccer playoff preview: 4 teams set to play in CIF first round
The California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section released the playoff brackets for girls’ soccer on Saturday, featuring four teams from the Santa Clarita Valley. All four teams will play on Thursday for the first round of…
Understanding Trusts: A Simple Guide to Estate Planning
Byline: Matthew Kayser Image Credit: Pexels Planning for the future means considering how your money, property, and belongings will be managed if you are no longer able to manage them…
Attendees watch Zonta's viewing of "Embrace" at the Canyon Theatre Guild on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
‘Embrace’ body image documentary advocates for a different state of mind
The documentary “Embrace” was first released about 10 years ago, but local members of the international women and girls’ organization Zonta say its message is still just as resonant. That’s why the Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley – dedicated…
Blockchain Analytics and the End of Anonymous Financial Crime
There's a persistent myth that cryptocurrency enables anonymous financial crime. The reality is closer to the opposite: blockchain-based crimes are often easier to investigate than their fiat equivalents. Cash leaves no…
Why Digital Skills Matter Even in Hands-On Careers
The New Career Signal Employers Are Looking For For a long time, digital skills were associated almost exclusively with office jobs, tech roles, or corporate environments. But that distinction is…
The Shift in Healthcare: Inside Dr. Neymar Cabral’s Medical Leadership Vision
Modern healthcare is undergoing a foundational transformation. At the heart of this shift is a new generation of physician-leaders who are redefining care not just in clinical terms, but in…
5 Ways You Can Maintain Some Independence After Moving into a Senior Living Community
Moving to a senior living community is a major life decision transition since it involves closing one chapter and starting a new one. While some seniors prefer to age in…
Pilar Schiavo | Protecting Our Sense of Safety: It’s Top Priority
When I talk with families across the Santa Clarita Valley, I hear the same thing again and again: We chose to live here because it’s safe. People come here for…
Letters to the Editor
Don Callow | 35-Plus Parks, Not One Bocce Court
Our town boasts over 35 beautiful parks offering wonderful green space for residents to enjoy. However, looking at the recreational amenities provided, there is a glaring omission. Not one bocce…
Letters to the Editor
Lois Eisenberg | Melt ICE
The New York Times/Siena College Poll found 63% of registered voters disapprove of how Immigration and Customs Enforcement is handling its job, while 36% say they approve of ICE’s work.…
Dan Walters | California’s Storied History of Corruption
Susan Shelley, a columnist at the Orange County Register, recently reminded her readers — and the whole state — that California has a corruption problem. She focused mainly on a…
The courts
Valencia cop’s suit against LAPD delayed
Attorneys for a Los Angeles Police Department officer from Valencia suing the city of Los Angeles, alleging that it ignored her claims of workplace harassment, are questioning whether the city was engaging in “gamesmanship” in…
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Medical Examiner confirms IDs in fatal Saugus crash
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office has confirmed the identities of a local couple killed in a three-vehicle traffic collision Friday evening at Bouquet Canyon Road and Newhall Ranch Road. …