Letters to the Editor
Rob Kerchner | A Head Fake from the Left
Have you heard? The latest trend on the American left is to imply that Donald Trump’s war in Iran has echoes of Putin’s war in Ukraine. It’s a great feint…
Letters to the Editor
Brian Richards | On California Governance
Is there anyone out there who thinks Gov. Gavin Newsom has done a good job? If so, what metrics do you use to support that opinion? Has he done a…
Letters to the Editor
Andreas Farmakalidis | LA Has a Failure Problem
In Los Angeles, failure has become a funding strategy. Streetlights don’t work? Raise taxes. Crime increases? Raise taxes. Businesses leave? Raise fees. It’s the same cycle — over and over…
Letters to the Editor
Rick Barker | On Citizenship
When someone applies for and obtains legal citizenship in the U.S., they must make the following pledge called the Oath of Allegiance. Renunciation of Foreign Allegiance: “I hereby declare, on…
Letters to the Editor
Arthur Saginian | The Ideology Virus
I’d like to congratulate Mihran Kalaydjian for submitting such a well-written letter (Feb. 20) regarding the mayoral race for the city of Los Angeles. He speaks of current L.A. Mayor…
Letters to the Editor
Roger Ickes | Is STEM for All COC Students?
I just read the article (March 26) about the College of the Canyons STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) open house (for Black students) that was held recently. Can anyone…
Byron York | Can Trump Cut Through Fog, Find Iran Goal?
President Donald Trump says he finds it insulting to hear critics say he does not have a plan to win the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. “People say, ‘He doesn’t have…
Rancho Camulos is noted for its literary significance as the setting for Helen Hunt Jackson’s novel “Ramona,” first published in 1884. Courtesy Rancho Camulos.
Rancho Camulos to host Cowboy Festival companion event
News release The nonprofit Rancho Camulos Museum is hosting an event in partnership with the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival at 1 p.m. April 17 to benefit the museum’s historic preservation efforts. “Experience a unique opportunity…
Bill Miranda | Senses Block Party: Energizing the Community
There is something special about a city street that comes alive with music, laughter and people enjoying a beautiful evening together. When the sun sets and the lights begin to…
County wary of rise in metal thefts
After seeing a surge of metal and construction-material thefts in recent years, 5th District L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger authored a motion recently to call for a crackdown, particularly ahead…
The courts
Pursuit suspect takes plea deal
A judge granted a two-year mental health diversion program to a Los Angeles man facing felony charges of fleeing from California Highway Patrol officers and taking a car without the…
The badge for a California Highway Patrol officer
Rideshare passenger taken to hospital following medical emergency
A rideshare passenger was taken for a mental health hold by California Highway Patrol officers Tuesday night after he tried to walk across traffic lanes on State Route 14, according to the CHP. Officer Andre Ortiz, spokesperson for the CHP Newhall-area Office, said…
Students from the Valencia High School Instrumental Music Program recently experienced the power of world-class performance during a live concert by the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles. Courtesy photo.
Valencia High music students experience special philharmonic performance
News release Students from the Valencia High School Instrumental Music Program recently experienced the power of world-class performance during a live concert by the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Walt…
Santa Clarita Valley business news
Second Makenna Koffee applies for spot where Canyon Country restaurant burned down
Makenna Koffee may be opening a second location in Canyon Country, if the city approves plans to open the drive-through where Japanese fast food restaurant Yoshinoya burned down last year. City staff discussed the proposal by Belmont One Investment Holdings at the Santa Clarita Planning…
Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, recently participated in the annual Congressional Hockey Challenge, and wore a Lady Flyers jersey in honor of the local 12-and-under team that won a championship in February after a crash killed the father of one of the players. Courtesy photo.
Whitesides honors Lady Flyers in annual Congressional Hockey Challenge
News release Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, recently participated in the annual Congressional Hockey Challenge, which pits federal lawmakers and congressional staff from across the political spectrum against lobbyists representing…
Santa Clarita Valley business news
Chamber to host WorkWell summit May 14
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce has officially launched WorkWell: The Business & Wellness Summit, a new, high-impact experience redefining how businesses approach performance, culture and workplace success, according to…
William S. Hart Union High School District Assistant Superintendent of Student Services Tara Brown (left) is recognized with the Prestigious Outstanding Leadership in Education Award given by the California Association of African American Superintendents and Administrators in collaboration with the Association of California School Administrators. Courtesy image.
Hart district leader recognized for expanding student wellness support
Adolescents face a number of challenges when navigating life in high school. There’s the pressure of achieving high grades, while simultaneously filling up their afternoons with sports or other extracurricular activities to have a better chance of getting into their dream college. …
West Ranch pitcher Orlando Gutierrez (13) throws a pitch during Tuesday's game against Camarillo at West Ranch High School on April 7, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
West Ranch baseball completes comeback win over Camarillo
Although the Wildcats completed a 2-1 come-from-behind win over the Camarillo Scorpions at home Tuesday to record their 12th win of the season, West Ranch head coach Trevor Brown believes there’s still much to work…
Valencia quarterback Brady Bretthauer (12) earns a first down during the first quarter of Thursday's game against Golden Valley at Canyon High School on Oct. 16, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Local athletes recognized by CIF for academic success
Winners of the 38th annual California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section - Ford Academic Awards program were announced on March 24, which included 12 student-athletes from six local Santa Clarita Valley high schools announced as “Student-Athlete…
Heavy rain on Feb. 1 saw emptier streets and drivers who took precautious measures for their safety. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Wet weekend expected for the SCV
Rain is expected to hit the Santa Clarita Valley once again this weekend, with the biggest downpour on Friday night into Saturday, according to an official with the National Weather Service. NWS meteorologist…