By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer The United States and Venezuela’s interim government agreed to restore diplomatic and consular relations after seven years of severed ties, the U.S. State Department said on Thursday. “This
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer President Donald Trump said on Friday that he wants unconditional surrender from the Iranian regime and would then work to “bring Iran back from the brink.” His comments
I oppose the proposed ordinance that will weaken protections for our oak tree communities. When oaks are removed it is not just the individual tree that is removed; it is
Re: Inadequate community notification for weakening of the oak ordinance. The city of Santa Clarita is proposing to change our beloved oak ordinance to make it easier to destroy oaks
Turmoil within the California Democratic Party over this year’s election for governor and fallout from the party’s naked grab of congressional seats could have long-term effects, undoing two important political
By Savannah Hulsey Pointer Contributing Writer U.S. President Donald Trump says he needs to be involved in selecting the next leader of Iran. Trump’s comments came in an exclusive interview with
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that he is replacing Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., in a move that will go into
As Yogi Berra famously said, “It’s déjà vu all over again.” Yes, Sacramento Democrats are at it again. There is yet another tax coming. And it’s not as if Californians
In re: “Point and Counterpoint,” Jack Crawford, letters, Feb. 24. Mr. Crawford, I stand corrected on the date of the official ending of the Civil War in the United States.
For many years in the 1970s, 1980s and into the 1990s, discussions of the use of U.S. military force suffered from an effect known as Vietnam Syndrome. Many Americans simply
The state Capitol’s longest running political conflict — going at least a half-century and still counting — pits business interests against a quartet of left-leaning groups. Specifics vary, but the
“Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play, children learn how to learn.” — O. Fred Donaldson Spring is a season of new beginnings, longer days and renewed energy. There is no better
Compiled from news service reports Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday that the United States sank an enemy ship by torpedo in the war with Iran, the first such sinking
Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare offer any coverage that helps beneficiaries quit smoking? — New Beneficiary Dear New, If you’re ready to quit smoking, Medicare can indeed help! Medicare Part B covers up
In response to Andrew Taban’s Feb. 17, 2026, opinion questioning the “silence” of conservatives, parents at school board meetings, and groups like Moms for Liberty regarding the Epstein files. On
Public policy rarely starts in a vacuum. More often, it begins with conversations among business owners, community leaders, and local organizations responding to real-world challenges. California’s recent outdoor dining legislation,
This year California voters will choose a new governor, fill other statewide offices, elect 100 state legislators and 52 members of Congress and weigh an array of knotty ballot measures.
A few years ago, I hired a young man who lived nearby to chainsaw some trees on my property. He used the money I paid him to buy drugs —
By Travis Gillmore Contributing Writer Thousands of Iranian Americans rallied in support of recent military operations following strikes targeting the country’s ruling authorities, with pre-revolutionary Iranian and American flags seen waving
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The U.S. State Department has issued travel warnings to American citizens around the world as the Iran conflict continues. The U.S. and Israeli militaries conducted their most significant