Jim de Bree | A Brave New World Approaches
February 4, 2026 5:03 am
When I was in high school, one of the books I read for an English course was Aldous Huxley’s “Brave New World,” a novel that tells the story of how
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Steve LePore | Comfortable with Cruelty?
February 4, 2026 4:29 am
Several years ago, I began attending a small Catholic church in East Los Angeles. It is open 24 hours a day — a place of refuge for anyone who needs
Dan Walters | Newsom Adds Struggle to Privileged Past
February 4, 2026 4:26 am
There’s a well-worn playbook for politicians who yearn to occupy the White House. One of its most common tools is to write a book, or have a book written, to
The Savvy Senior | What Medicare Won’t Pay for in 2026
February 4, 2026 12:18 am
Dear Savvy Senior, To avoid any future health care surprises, can you tell me what original Medicare doesn’t cover in 2026? — New Beneficiary Dear Beneficiary, It a great question. While original Medicare (Part A and B)
DHS: Around 7,000 gang members arrested in 2025
February 3, 2026 1:55 pm
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested around 7,000 gang members during the first year of President Donald Trump’s second term, according to a Jan. 20 statement from the
AZ sheriff urges possible captors of ‘Today’ host’s mother: ‘Let her go’
February 3, 2026 1:27 pm
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer An Arizona sheriff called on anyone who may have abducted “Today” co-host Savannah Guthrie’s mother to release her. “Just call us. Let her go. Just call
House votes to end partial shutdown, sending bill to Trump’s desk
February 3, 2026 1:25 pm
By Joseph Lord, Nathan Worcester and Jackson Richman Contributing Writers WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a funding package for several federal agencies, sending it to President Donald Trump’s desk to end a partial government shutdown. The
US forces shoot down Iranian drone over Arabian Sea
February 3, 2026 1:01 pm
By Ryan Morgan Contributing Writer A U.S. fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone as it approached a U.S. aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea on Tuesday, the U.S. Central Command has announced. The
George Whitesides | Bringing Federal Dollars Home in Interest of Safety
February 3, 2026 11:35 am
One of the most important parts of my job as a member of Congress is making sure our community gets its fair share of federal resources, and reflecting our district’s
Kelly William Enos | Unanswered Questions
February 3, 2026 11:24 am
In reference to your article on Jan. 26 regarding the abrupt closing of the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry, there is cause for concern about the organizational practices of the
Arthur Saginian | Deification of Trump?
February 3, 2026 11:22 am
Emmanuel Francois (letters, Nov. 7) has inspired me consider the possible canonization (or even deification) of President Donald Trump. No, seriously … I don’t know how many people have considered
Rob Kerchner | Selective Admissions
February 3, 2026 11:20 am
Do the Minneapolis Pretti-Good proponents remember when an unarmed Ashli Babbitt was shot on Jan. 6? She didn’t have a car or a loaded gun; she held nothing but a
Dan Walters | November Litmus Test for California Voters
February 3, 2026 11:15 am
With the not-unexpected entry of San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, the large field of candidates to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom is probably complete — and could very well shrink again.
DOJ releasing 3 million pages, hundreds of thousands of photos from Epstein files
February 2, 2026 9:31 am
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The Department of Justice is releasing 3 million pages, 180,000 images, and 2,000 videos related to the late convicted sex offender and accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein,
Trump: Federal authorities won’t respond to protests in Democrat-led cities unless asked
February 2, 2026 9:20 am
By Ryan Morgan Contributing Writer President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that federal authorities will not intervene in protests in Democrat-led jurisdictions but will continue to forcefully protect federal property. “I have instructed
Schools closed for 8th day in multiple states as cold weather persists
February 2, 2026 8:55 am
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer Superintendents were keeping schools closed to students across multiple states on Monday as cold weather persists, leaving some roads and sidewalks difficult to navigate. Officials in Montgomery County,
House begins work on bill to end partial government shutdown
February 2, 2026 8:26 am
By Joseph Lord Contributing Writer The U.S. House of Representatives on Monday began work to pass a Senate bill to fund the government as multiple agencies remain in a partial shutdown. Several sectors
Top Painting Trends Show DIY Isn’t Slowing Down
February 1, 2026 10:07 am
What are homeowners focusing on right now? Impactful, affordable upgrades. New research highlights that painting remains one of the most popular home improvement projects expected in 2026, driven by tighter budgets and
A Potato Chip Rock Hike is Perfect for Cooler Weather
February 1, 2026 9:52 am
Plan your Potato Chip Rock hike in winter for cooler weather, lighter crowds, and stunning Southern California views. There are few and far between hikes in the great state of Southern California
David Hegg | Cliches or Wisdom?
February 1, 2026 4:09 am
By David Hegg Sometimes things we hear all the time can slowly creep into our belief system as though they were true. But, as a general rule, most general rules