Public safety debates often focus on police, prosecutors and courtrooms. But there is another critical pillar of safety that receives far less attention: the services that help victims escape violence,
The Santa Clarita heat shimmered off the pavement as Anthony, known to everyone as “Meatball,” for his mother always having a large pot of sauce with meatballs simmering on the
As I was listening to some of the more “interesting” speeches and commentaries during the recent Grammy Awards ceremony … ICE this, aliens that, ya-da, ya-da, ya-da … I was
Glenda Roybal’s letter to the editor on March 24 emphasizes that the citizens of Santa Clarita are waking up to the fact that most of the “loud” (negative)people at many
California hasn’t elected a Republican governor in nearly two decades. Yet in the 2026 governor’s race, the biggest threat to Democratic dominance may not come from Republicans — it may
In his March 15 response to my Jan. 30 letter, Arthur Saginian characterizes both Nicole Good and Alex Pretti as “weekend warriors” (apologies to the brave men and women who
Editor’s note: The following letter was submitted before Tuesday’s City Council meeting in which the council directed city staff to re-evaluate the proposed changes to the city’s oak tree ordinance.
Billions spent on homelessness in L.A. and we have people living in the sewers? Can it get any lower than that? Sandy Cassidy Valencia
Regarding Andrew Taban’s column on Tuesday, March 17: The entire column (sounds like it) was written by a toddler who hasn’t had a nap. Pat Costa Canyon Country
The recent decision by the L.A. Unified School District to borrow another $250 million — on top of $500 million already authorized — to cover sexual abuse claim payouts should
If you think I am borrowing the title of my letter from Mark Levin’s No. 1 bestseller of the same name, you are correct. His book is a meticulously researched
As “Passing Wind” approached its closing bow at The Main, I found myself filled with an unusual mix of emotions: profound gratitude, creative pride, and a lingering suspicion that my
It is way too hot for March. Did you all notice this climate-change-driven increase in temperatures? It is over 10 degrees from past averages. And low humidity. We take for
March again. “March Madness,” right? I read Andrew Taban’s (March 17) column, and I’ll be honest — what stood out wasn’t the argument. It was the attitude. The kind that
In my continuing effort to be more bipartisan, I want to highlight a vote the House of Representatives took last week to make the records of sexual assault and harassment
Re: Dan Walters commentary, March 4, “New Taxes in California’s 2 Biggest Counties?” Personally I think it might be appropriate to rename one of the proposed items Mr. Walters mentions,
Re: Andrew Taban commentary, March 17, “March Madness, Starring Performative Art of Hypocrisy.” Not all silence indicates indifference; sometimes it reflects understanding. The people Mr. Taban references — parents, community
The following is a copy of a letter sent to Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce. I’m trying to understand why the citizens are paying millions of dollars in taxes only
He is the picture of success and kindness, adored by everyone he meets. He works tirelessly to provide a comfortable suburban life for his beautiful wife and children. His children
The search for the next superintendent-president of College of the Canyons has reached an important milestone, and I want to personally invite the Santa Clarita Valley community to be part