Danny Tyree | Can We Get a Handlebar on This?
July 4, 2025
“A Classic Childhood Pastime Is Fading,” blared a recent headline in “The Atlantic.” The article lamented the fact that the number of youngsters (ages 7 to 17) who report having
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Teresa Todd | Undermining the Spirit of Service
July 3, 2025
I am writing in support of Planning Commissioner Denise Lite and to express deep concern over a City Council member’s request for her resignation. This request, especially when levied against
Arthur Saginian | A Quote Too Tough to Die
July 3, 2025
I absolutely loved the part of Christopher Lucero’s letter (June 10) where he quotes from the movie “Tombstone.” I love that movie, and I love that scene with Val Kilmer
David Berke | More Chicken, Burritos and Burgers?
July 3, 2025
The City Council is looking for ways to improve the appeal of our city, which is good. So they do so by adding more fast-food choices. There are many ways
Dan Wisner | Caught in a Numbers Game
July 3, 2025
I go out and pick up my morning paper as usual, come back in, get my coffee and set down at kitchen table and read through the articles that catch
Byron York | Elon Musk Goes Off on Trump, Again
July 3, 2025
Has it really been less than a month since Elon Musk flew off the handle, trashed his benefactor, the president, pledged to kill the administration’s top legislative priority, and, on
Dan Walters | CEQA: Lawmakers Achieve Holy Grail
July 3, 2025
Jerry Brown once described reform of the California Environmental Quality Act as “the lord’s work” but he, like other recent governors, was not willing to invest enough political capital to
Dr. Harleen Grewal | Council: Keep Lite on Commission
July 2, 2025
As a proud Santa Clarita resident, I’m writing with fire in my heart to support Planning Commissioner Denise Lite, a dedicated leader whose work strengthens our community. Denise brings integrity
Jayme Sun Thomas | Protect Natural Lands
July 2, 2025
The following is a copy of a letter to Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce. I have been concerned about legislation that
Dan Walters | Will Newsom’s Stunt Politics Backfire?
July 2, 2025
During his first governorship a half-century ago, Jerry Brown acquired a reputation for making abrupt changes of position, sometimes contradicting himself. The starkest example occurred in 1978 when Proposition 13,
Christine Flowers | Lessons on Dignity Learned in Italy
July 2, 2025
When I’m in Italy, I tend to focus on all things Italian. I consume ridiculous quantities of pasta. I drink Italian wines, although I did slip in a Bailey’s on
Pilar Schiavo | Budget Wins That Put the Community First
July 1, 2025
Let’s be honest — this wasn’t an easy budget cycle. Uncertainty from the federal level, looming cuts and divisive rhetoric cast a long shadow. But here in Assembly District 40,
Ivan Pecel | Weste Should Resign
July 1, 2025
I wasn’t able to attend the City Council Meeting in person on June 24, but I did watch it online. I’m looking at the council’s website, under Council Norms and
Lynn Wright | Bad Optics at City Hall
July 1, 2025
Far be it for me to defend Denise Lite. I find her particular brand of MAGA politics to be repulsive to say the least. However, I find it extremely concerning
Albert Bigelow | Consider Reopening Nuclear Plants
July 1, 2025
One estimate I’ve seen for totally removing San Onofre and Rancho Seco decommissioned plants is $5.1 billion and similar cost for Rancho Seco. Of course, Southern California Edison is asking
Dan Walters | War on Carbon Hits Setbacks in Court
July 1, 2025
California’s self-designated deadline for achieving net zero emissions of greenhouse gases is 20 years away. But what is happening — or not happening — in multiple arenas now may determine
David Hegg | In Pursuit of Joy
June 29, 2025
By David Hegg The great American pastime is no longer baseball, or for that matter, anything even remotely related to sport. No, it is much more consuming than any passion
Jack Crawford | Appreciating the Pioneer Trail
June 29, 2025
I always try to hike new trails in our valley soon after they open. Our newest trail and Santa Clarita’s 39th park opened a week ago, so I checked it
Our View | Are Americans Too Partisan to Celebrate Success?
June 28, 2025
By The Signal Editorial Board We should all celebrate America’s successes. And, as much as people with strong partisan political views will not only hate to admit it, but also
Larry Moore | Detecting a Little Sarcasm Here …
June 28, 2025
When President Donald Trump deservedly wins the Nobel Peace Prize, I can hear Gary Horton and Jonathan Kraut’s very public reaction. “It is only appropriate that the man who would