Read more about the article Trio of Foothill softball teams enter first round today
Valencia outfielder Kelia Paragas (1) throws to the infield during a softball game against Saugus on April 18. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Trio of Foothill softball teams enter first round today

With Hart High softball’s comeback win Tuesday in the wild-card round of the CIF-Southern Section Division 3 playoffs, the Foothill League enters today’s first round with three teams in play.…

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Read more about the article 3-mile chase from Stevenson Ranch to Newhall ends in arrest
Deputies just moments after the arrest of a suspect following a chase. Austin Dave/The Signal

3-mile chase from Stevenson Ranch to Newhall ends in arrest

A reckless, at times high speed chase, from Stevenson Ranch to Newhall, ended with one man taken into custody. Despite the pursuit, no one was hurt and there was no…

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Read more about the article Albert Einstein files with court to halt district decision
Albert Einstein Academy of Letters, Arts and Sciences. Dan Watson/The Signal

Albert Einstein files with court to halt district decision

Prior to a final hearing with the Los Angeles County Board of Education Wednesday, officials with Albert Einstein Academy of Letters, Arts and Sciences filed a writ of mandate against…

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Read more about the article Locals and bike enthusiasts welcome Tour of California to city
Rally's Evan Huffman, right, and teammate Rob Britton, left, celebrate after crossing the finish line in first and second, respectively, at the Stage 4 finish of the Tour of California in Santa Clarita on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Locals and bike enthusiasts welcome Tour of California to city

With his arms stretched wide, American cyclist Evan Huffman rode in as the first-place winner at the Stage 4 finish line in Santa Clarita for the AMGEN Tour of California…

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Read more about the article Probe underway in FBI dog shooting
Sheriff's deputies talk to dog-walking woman at scene of dog shooting by FBI agent. photo by Austin Dave, The Signal

Probe underway in FBI dog shooting

An FBI investigation is underway into last week’s lethal shooting of a dog by an FBI agent. “We have opened an investigation so I’m limited in providing specific details,” Laura…

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Read more about the article John O’Connell earns YMCA award for service to Santa Clarita Valley
Santa Clarita Valley YMCA's John O’Connell received the Golden Book of Distinguished Service award at YMCA's 135th annual Celebration on May 11, 2017. Courtesy of YMCA

John O’Connell earns YMCA award for service to Santa Clarita Valley

Since he was a child, John O’Connell felt a strong connection to the programs and services provided by the YMCA. He attended afterschool and summer programs at “the Y” in…

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Read more about the article Washington Post recognizes Hart and Saugus High Schools
The William S Hart Union High School District office. Dan Watson/The Signal

Washington Post recognizes Hart and Saugus High Schools

News release issued by the William S. Hart Union High School District. The Washington Post has released its annual rankings of America’s most challenging high schools with Hart and Saugus…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Knight addresses Russia investigation concerns, opponents respond
Congressman Steve Knight listens to constituent questions as an attendee raises her hand during a town hall at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center in Simi Valley on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

UPDATE: Knight addresses Russia investigation concerns, opponents respond

Congressman Steve Knight (R-Palmdale) spoke in favor of an investigation into Russia’s involvement in the United States November election on Tuesday. “It is time for an investigation of Russia’s intervention…

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Read more about the article Valencia High School students explore health careers
Ryan Liljedahl presents to fellow Valencia High School students his project career path to becoming a pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon at Valencia's first annual Freshman Health Science Expo on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Valencia High School students explore health careers

At Valencia High School, students have the unique opportunity to explore careers in the medical field through the William S. Hart Union High School District’s first Medical Science Academy (MSA).…

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