We Californians know, or should know, that while living in this state has many positive aspects, we are paying through the nose for the experience. A flurry of recent studies
By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., announced on Friday that she is resigning from Congress, with her resignation taking effect on Jan. 5, 2026. Greene posted a
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said that the Texas National Guard troops deployed to Illinois weeks ago have been told to return to their home state this
By Guy Birchall Contributing Writer European Union leaders met Monday for discussions on Ukraine amid the United States’ proposal for peace in the country, which emerged last week. The gathering was
If you and your family enjoy trivia games at holiday gatherings, here are some facts specifically about Thanksgiving. Could make you this year’s trivia game winner. When was the first
Stress and parenting go hand in hand, but during the holiday season, many parents find their stress levels rising to new heights. Between coordinating schedules, shopping, traveling and managing children’s
By Alicia Doyle Sunday Signal Writer Santa Clarita Valley’s taste of sunshine is found in every golden jar of locally-sourced honey, harvested right in and around the community by passionate
By David Hegg On Oct. 3, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared a national day of thanksgiving to take place on the fourth Thursday in November. In the aftermath of Gettysburg,
One of my favorite sayings attributed to many people including Mark Twain states: “There are lies … damn lies … and statistics.” It is very wise to keep that saying
How is it that a man wearing a sombrero is cultural appropriation, but that same man wearing a dress isn’t sexual appropriation? Rob Kerchner Valencia
Santa Clarita was once one of Southern California’s proudest conservative strongholds. Families moved here for safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a city that has been managed with fiscal responsibility. That
After reading the recent coverage about the mass resignation of five board members from the Santa Clarita Veterans Services Collaborative, I began researching the issue myself. What I discovered through
The California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office reports that it costs our general fund $10 billion annually to pay nedical costs for the undocumented. Amazingly, that’s almost the amount Gov. Gavin Newsom’s
Question: Hi Robert, how are you? We love your column, are new to reading it and have found so much helpful information, looking back at past questions. Thank you for what you do. We bought an
We like to believe we’re good judges of people. In a world that rewards quick decisions and snap judgments, it feels efficient — almost necessary — to size someone up in an instant. But the truth
By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer The White House said on Thursday that U.S. taxpayers could see an “extra $1,000 bump” in their tax refunds next year. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told
By Guy Birchall Contributing Writer The Trump administration confirmed on Thursday that it had been working on a peace plan to bring an end to the war between Ukraine and Russia. The statement came
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Friday that Ukraine is facing “one of the most difficult moments in our history,” responding to a U.S. 28-point peace plan that
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., announced on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” that he will run for California governor in 2026, pledging to be a “fighter and protector” for the state. Swalwell’s
In reference to the letter by Peggy Stabile (Sept. 19), I find it very difficult to consider people like California Gov. Gavin Newsom and former President Barack Obama “leaders” and