Commentary

Joe Guzzardi | Naturalization Test Gets an Update from DHS

President Donald Trump’s Jan. 20, Executive Order 14161, “Protecting the United States From Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats,” directed the Department of Homeland Security to

The U.S. Capitol building in Washington on Sept. 29, 2025. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.

Senate advances bill to end shutdown 

By Jackson Richman Contributing Writer  After 40 days, Democrats and Republicans have reached an agreement to reopen the government to end the longest shutdown in U.S. history.  The Senate advanced the

Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.

4 Travel Tips for Overcoming Holiday Hurdles

A trip to visit loved ones or a holiday-themed vacation with your nearest and dearest can create magical memories, but first, you’ve got to get there. If the thought of

From the open-air mall experience of The Grove to boutique stores in Venice to bargain hunting on Santee Alley. LA has several places to explore for high-end goods, indie fashion finds and unique vintage treasures. ©SHUTTERSTOCK

LA Shopping from Luxury to Boutique to Bargain 

Los Angeles is a city that thrives on fashion, culture and creativity. Whether you’re looking for high-end designer goods, indie fashion finds, or unique vintage treasures, L.A. has something for every shopper. Here’s a rundown of some of

David Hegg, "Ethically Speaking"

David Hegg | Choosing Wisely

By David Hegg It has long been understood that we always choose according to our best interests. That’s the way our minds work. Even if we deny ourselves something, like

Letters to the Editor

Nancy Fairbanks | Leaving Out Key Realities

Lois Eisenberg (letters, Oct. 2) asks, “What is America’s excuse?” but her piece leaves out key realities. Yes, school shootings are a tragic problem, but solutions require more than slogans

Letters to the Editor

Rick Barker | Excuse Me?

In re: Lois Eisenberg, “My House Is Being Demolished,” letters, Nov. 4. Perhaps I missed something, Ms. Eisenberg. Always a possibility. But, according to the votes I have been watching

Letters to the Editor

Rob Kerchner | Their Musk Stance Proves It

How nuts are they? Consider this. The very same folks who block Immigration and Customs Enforcement from deporting criminal illegal immigrants call for the deportation, destruction and even death of

Letters to the Editor

Larry Moore | Watch Out, Gary Horton

Just when I thought Gary Horton was trying to steal John Boston’s title of Resident Humorist of The Signal, Jonathan Kraut has stepped up to the plate and hit a

Letters to the Editor

Arthur Saginian | The Last Laugh?

Well, all I can say is that I’m glad to see that I gave Lynn Wright and Rick Barker a good laugh (Aug. 21 and Sept. 19, respectively). Judging from

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani speaks at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in the Brooklyn borough of New York City on Nov. 4, 2025. Photo by Adhiraj Chakrabarti.

Mamdani announces all-female transition team 

By Joseph Lord Contributing Writer  New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced on Wednesday that his transition team would be all-female.  “Last night we made history, and today we begin the