News Features

The Spirit of Past July Fourths 

By Daniel Hon  Signal Writer  The Signal July 1, 1988 — A kaleidoscope of pancakes, barbecued beef, balloons, queens, carnivals, dances, fireworks, flags, floats, parades,

Creatively Display Your Favorite Photos 

Family photos, vacation pictures, candid snapshots of friends and family — they’re often visual representations of some of your most treasured moments, so it’s likely

Curren Caples during Men's Skate Street Finals at 2015 X Games Austin in Austin, TX. ©Mark Kohlman/ESPN

California 2023 X Games 

An 8-day, multicity event that starts in San Diego and ends in Ventura.  By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  From July 15 to July

4th of July Snow Cone Cupcakes 

These snow cones won’t melt. Nope. They’re not icy… but they are frosted.They’re snow cone cupcakes and they were a lot of fun to make. 

Get Fired Up for the Best BBQ 

By Michele E. Buttelman   Signal Staff Writer  If you’re looking to Top Chef-up your Fourth of July BBQ game you’ll want to forgo the obvious

Up Your Contact Routine 

If you’re one of the 45 million Americans who wear contact lenses, you know what a great choice they can be, whether you play sports,

Signature Dishes of SCV Restaurants 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  If Philadelphia is known for its cheesesteaks, Kansas City for its ribs and New Orleans for its gumbo,

SOCAL SUMMER FUN 

Movies, Music Under the Summer Stars  By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Summer in Southern California means outdoor film nights and concerts on star-filled