Douglas Zabilski | Rethinking the Duck Dilemma
August 20, 2025 6:42 am
I would have previously been in agreement with Walt McKee’s Aug. 14 letter objecting to the need to have duck crossing neon street signs on Newhall Ranch Road until the
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Dan Walters | How Will Newsom’s Gerrymander Play Out?
August 20, 2025 6:40 am
Gov. Gavin Newsom and his fellow Democrats in the Legislature are steering California onto a unique political course with an unpredictable outcome. By gerrymandering the state’s 52 congressional districts to
The Savvy Senior | How to find a great handyman
August 20, 2025 1:45 am
Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman who can help with small jobs around the house? — Almost 75 Dear
Republicans sue to block Newsom’s gerrymandering
August 19, 2025 5:47 pm
By Maya C. Miller CalMatters Writer A group of California Republicans is suing the state to block the Democratic-controlled Legislature from considering the bills that would allow Gov. Gavin Newsom
Truck driver faces deportation after illegal U-turn that killed 3
August 19, 2025 2:29 pm
By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer A semi-truck driver faces deportation after allegedly making an illegal U-turn in St. Lucie County, Florida, which led to a crash that left three people dead,
Hamas accepts proposed deal for ceasefire, hostage release
August 19, 2025 2:26 pm
By Jackson Richman Contributing Writer WASHINGTON — Terrorist group Hamas has accepted a proposed deal that would result in a temporary ceasefire and a release of hostages. Qatar announced the move
Trump calls Putin to set up face-to-face meeting with Zelenskyy
August 19, 2025 2:20 pm
By Joseph Lord Contributing Writer President Donald Trump on Monday called Russian President Vladimir Putin to arrange a face-to-face meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Putin. It comes after Zelenskyy
Tropical storm watch issued in North Carolina due to Hurricane Erin
August 19, 2025 2:11 pm
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer Hurricane Erin is expected to increase in size over the coming days, prompting federal officials to issue a tropical storm watch for coastal areas in North
Social Security says it won’t eliminate paper checks for some beneficiaries
August 19, 2025 1:44 pm
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The Social Security Administration will not phase out the sending of paper benefit checks to all recipients by Sept. 30, a spokesperson confirmed. In a statement
George Whitesides | Strengthening Small Business, Creating Jobs, Boosting Economy
August 19, 2025 8:51 am
When Channan and David Wedemeyer decided to open Bull Pen BBQ & Tap House in Santa Clarita, they weren’t just chasing a dream — they were finding a new way
Philip Wasserman | Winning the Autonomous War
August 19, 2025 8:49 am
I don’t know who will win the autonomous driving race. Waymo is ahead now, but Arthur Saginian (Aug. 6 letter) could be right — that Tesla has the better technology
Nancy Fairbanks | SPLC’s Dubious Credibility
August 19, 2025 8:46 am
It’s disturbing that anyone views the Southern Poverty Law Center as a “respected organization” given its long history of labeling certain conservative nonprofits as “hate groups.” Critics argue its vague
Joe Guzzardi | At Last: DOJ to End These Tuition Breaks
August 19, 2025 8:43 am
Review the benefits state and federal governments bestow on illegal aliens, and what becomes readily apparent is that choosing the most egregious among them is challenging. But charging illegal aliens
Trump, European leaders meet on security guarantees, territory exchanges
August 18, 2025 4:11 pm
By Emel Akan & Ryan Morgan Contributing Writers WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and seven European leaders to the White House on Monday to explore paths
Hurricane Erin downgraded; New tropical disturbance forming
August 18, 2025 3:38 pm
By Jack Phillips and Melanie Sun Contributing Writers As Hurricane Erin continues to churn across the Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said on Monday that a tropical disturbance that appears
Kellogg’s agrees to remove artificial dyes from all cereals
August 18, 2025 11:26 am
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer WK Kellogg is the first company to commit in a legal agreement to removing artificial dyes from its products, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced on
Açaí — The Healthier Alternative
August 17, 2025 11:13 am
By Alicia Doyle Sunday Signal Writer The sun-drenched streets of Santa Clarita hum with energy, but nothing captures the city’s vibrant, health-conscious spirit quite like a spoonful of its signature
David Hegg | Unity and Respect
August 17, 2025 4:11 am
By David Hegg Anyone playing with open eyes and an open mind can see Americans are becoming much too comfortable with a culture of conflict. From the halls of government
Jack Crawford | Steps Forward in Sport
August 17, 2025 4:10 am
Congratulations to Jen Pawol on becoming the first female to umpire a major league baseball game! She made her debut in Atlanta in a three-game series between the Braves and
Patrick Lee Gipson | When the Other Side of the Hill Holds Your Future
August 16, 2025 2:24 am
It’s another warm morning in Santa Clarita. The mountains stand tall, that familiar ridge separating us from “the other side of the hill.” Out here, neighborhoods are quiet, schools are