By The Signal Editorial Board A week ago, we asked Mayor Pro Tem Laurene Weste to do the right thing, and recuse herself from the City Council’s discussion of a proposed mixed-use development in Old Town Newhall. The developer seeks the council’s approval of a 78-unit, five-story condo development along with 5,200 square feet of commercial space. As part of the
Voters are mad and I can’t blame them. Like many Americans I find myself deeply frustrated with our current political landscape. Stick with me. I do bring perspective to this
Aran Dokovna is correct (letters, Feb 13, “Protect Our Democracy”). One of the things we learned in political science class is that the courts have no enforcement authority. The executive
As citizens, we must ensure that income and medical benefits for our elderly and disabled provided by Social Security Administration, Medicare and Medi-Cal continue to be available for all in
Education is the cornerstone of democracy, a space where young minds are challenged, perspectives are broadened and critical thinking is nurtured. But today, an organization calling itself “Moms for Liberty”
By David Hegg Throughout history, it is clear that phrases we employ constantly continue to be used even after their true meaning has changed or disappeared. Take the phrase “common
Thank you, editorial board of The Signal (editorial, March 29, “The Problem with Weste’s Newhall Deal? It’s Shady”). How grateful I am to see The Signal come out and speak
When I decided to run for California State Senate, I knew exactly what I would focus on if given the honor of representing Senate District 23. Now, 100 days into
I’m writing in response to The Signal article (March 21), “Council member negotiates back-room deal on Newhall project.” The recent controversy surrounding the Newhall mixed-use project has sparked significant concerns
Valerie Bradford’s letter (March 4) on diversity, equity and inclusion needs some response. I have no problem with diversity. But not when you FORCE it. You say in your letter
Don’t look at the stock market. If you do look, don’t go looking for the highest bridge in your town. Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff fest has thrown the financial
So. I had an embarrassing moment the other day. I was lunching at Whole Foods, a dangerous proposition in itself. Sometimes, the buffet is a psychedelic experience. Not that I’ve
Regarding the recent article in The Signal (March 21) that documented the continuing spread of groundwater contamination from the Whittaker-Bermite site. Groundwater is the source of approximately half the water
This is in the realms of the purely hypothetical: a democratically elected dictatorship. Consider, if you will, that by some quirk of fate President Donald Trump and his administration accomplish
I read Denise Lite’s column (March 29) with some amazement. She tries to use improving the climate as (a reason for) her support for Elon Musk. While I do agree
I’m concerned about what’s happening in our nation. While I agree “something” needed to be done about our borders and runaway immigration, I’m concerned about using a 1798 law against
The William S. Hart Union High School District is proposing to revise its regulation on animals at school. The revision would prevent district employees from bringing service animals in training
Over the weekend, the White House Correspondents’ Association abruptly canceled the performance of comedian Amber Ruffin, originally scheduled for the organization’s April 26 annual dinner. Once a celebrity-filled pageant of
Were we able to transport ourselves back in time 50 years and into California’s Capitol, we would find a governor seeking and enjoying massive attention by national political media as
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