World News Filler: China

Trump heading to China for high-stakes summit with Xi 

By Emel Akan Contributing Writer  WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump was set to depart Washington on Tuesday afternoon for China, where he is scheduled to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a high-stakes summit.  Trump’s May 13-15 trip marks the

Ideally, creating a kitchen that allows you to age in place should start well before it’s needed. Consider incorporating key features whenever you’re doing renovations to your kitchen. Adobe Stock Photo.

Aging in place: Kitchen retrofits and renovations that work 

By Sandy Lindsey Contributing writer  Ideally, creating a kitchen that allows you to age in place should start well before it’s needed. Consider incorporating key features whenever you’re doing renovations to your kitchen.   If you

Letters to the Editor

Roger Ickes | Sick of Political Pandering

I’m sick to death of seeing George Whitesides’ name in the paper, pandering to voters, by coming up with more taxpayer money for pork-barrel issues right before the election. Certainly

Letters to the Editor

Rick Barker | Not So Simple

In re: Philip Wasserman, “Sending the Wrong Message,” letters, April 18. Mr. Wasserman, I would respectfully suggest that it is you, not me, who is sending the wrong message to

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Report of fight leads to hourslong standoff  

By Austin Dave  KNN/For The Signal  A standoff between Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies and a pair of teens reportedly involved in a fight eventually came to an end, after more than five hours, early Saturday morning in Valencia.  The incident began

Shell in Canyon Country, Calif. experience high gas prices, Sunday, March 29, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Trump says he supports suspending gas tax 

By Andrew Moran Contributing Writer   President Donald Trump says he supports suspending the gasoline tax.  With gas prices surging 50% since the start of the war in Iran, Trump told CBS News on

Lagoon of Seven Colors, Mexico. The crystal clear waters and white sandy bottom of the lake cause the water color to morph into varying shades of turquoise and blue. ©ADOBESTOCK

Warm-Weather Escapes in the Mexican Caribbean 

While it’s known for its crystal-clear water and white sand beaches, the Mexican Caribbean is far more than just a slice of paradise. Alive with color, culture and unforgettable experiences, the region offers endless ways to

David Hegg, "Ethically Speaking"

David Hegg | Hey Mom … Thanks!

By David Hegg This weekend, we all turn our thoughts and gifts to the mothers in our lives, both those who birthed us and those whose willingness to be mothers

Letters to the Editor

Amber Stefanelli | Carried by Faith

My name is Amber Stefanelli, and at 44 years old I won one of the toughest races at Griffith Park — a grueling course with steep mountain climbs, over 1,400

Letters to the Editor

Brian Richards | Spit-Take Steyer

Tom Steyer says he will make big corporations and billionaires more accountable and he will make them pay.  Each time he makes that claim I’m thankful I don’t have any