Read more about the article D.A. declines to file case after two officers arrested in apparent domestic violence dispute
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D.A. declines to file case after two officers arrested in apparent domestic violence dispute

The case against two law enforcement officers who were arrested on suspicion of domestic violence has been thrown out due to insufficient evidence. The decision made by prosecutors of the…

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Read more about the article Knight joins task force to fight heroin addiction
Cary Quashen, founder of Action Family Counseling, demonstrates the assembly of a Narcan pack, which is administered via an oral spray to a patient who has overdosed on heroin or any other opiate-based narcotic. Representative Steve Knight, R-Palmdale, said he has joined a congressional bipartisan task force to craft legislation to fight heroin addiction. Ryan Painter/The Signal.

Knight joins task force to fight heroin addiction

Representative Steve Knight, R-Palmdale, said he has joined a congressional bipartisan task force to craft legislation to fight heroin addiction. The task force, led by Rep. Tom MacArthur, R-Conn., and…

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Read more about the article Hearing scheduled for Iraq War veteran, Purple Heart recipient accused of assaulting officer
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Hearing scheduled for Iraq War veteran, Purple Heart recipient accused of assaulting officer

Despite questions raised about his mental state, a decorated Iraqi war veteran accused of trying to kill a Los Angeles Police Department motorcycle officer by ramming him repeatedly with a…

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Read more about the article Two airlifted from Sierra Highway in motorcycle collision
Copter 15 flies over The Signal's office on Centre Pointe Pkwy en route to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital. Ryan Painter/the Signal.

Two airlifted from Sierra Highway in motorcycle collision

Two victims were airlifted to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital from a motorcycle versus motorcycle traffic collision on Sierra Highway shortly after 4 p.m. on Sunday, officials at the Los Angeles…

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Read more about the article Student to hold self-defense seminar for fellow classmates
FILE PHOTO: Joey Jinkins, 11, breaks a board that Jared Dodley holds up for him at Bright Star Martial Arts in Santa Clarita on Saturday. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Student to hold self-defense seminar for fellow classmates

17-year-old karate aficionado Derek Meegan will be hosting a free self-defense seminar for high school girls on February 11 in the West Ranch High School gym. The seminar will be…

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Read more about the article Local authors showcase their books at Newhall library
A panel of local authors discuss their books and take questions from the audience at the Old Town Newhall Library on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Christian Monterrosa/ The Signal

Local authors showcase their books at Newhall library

Over 40 local authors filled the room at the Old Town Newhall Library on Saturday to showcase their latest literary works. From novelists to non-fiction writers, community members picked the…

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Read more about the article SCV community gets rare opportunity to thank first responders
A first responder with the Los Angeles County FIre Department grips onto his radio in case of an emergency call during an honorary event put on by the Santa Clarita community in Newhall, Calif. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Christian Monterrosa/ The Signal

SCV community gets rare opportunity to thank first responders

When Santa Clarita residents dial 911, they can be sure that a group of men and women in uniform will be there to help in a matter of minutes. These…

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Special Victims Bureau investigating report of sexual assault Friday in Saugus

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department detectives are investigating a report of a sexual assault that allegedly took place in a Saugus restroom Friday afternoon. Sheriff’s officials confirmed they received a…

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Read more about the article Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Kevin de León visits SCV
Kevin de Leon, President pro tempore of the California State Senate, speaks with voters at Vincenzo’s Pizzeria in Newhall ahead of his 2018 US Senatorial campaign. Ryan Painter/The Signal.

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Kevin de León visits SCV

State Senate President pro tempore Kevin de León (D-Los Angeles) paid a visit to Vincenzo’s Pizzeria in Newhall on Saturday to gauge and assess the opinion of Santa Clarita voters…

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Read more about the article Weapons stolen from FBI agent’s home in Castaic
Deputies approach an apartment with their weapons drawn to arrest a suspected cell phone thief in Valencia, Calif. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2017. Christian Monterrosa/ The Signal

Weapons stolen from FBI agent’s home in Castaic

Weapons from an FBI agent’s home in Castaic were stolen on Friday night, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Department. The incident, which occurred around 9:30 p.m, prompted a…

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Read more about the article Mandy Gonzalez shares message of empowerment with ‘Fearless Squad’
Mandy Gonzalez received the Broadway.com Award for Best Replacement as Elphaba in “Wicked.” The idea behind her "Fearless Squad" is that it's a way to empower people.

Mandy Gonzalez shares message of empowerment with ‘Fearless Squad’

By Jennifer O’Shea  |  For The Signal Few know of one of Mandy Gonzalez’ first accomplishments: In 1996, she was voted Best Personality by her fellow seniors at Saugus High…

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Read more about the article 1.5 acre brush fire breaks out along NB 5 freeway in Castaic
Firefighters battle a 1.5 acre fire on the 5 freeway near Templin Hwy on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Christian Monterrosa/ The Signal

1.5 acre brush fire breaks out along NB 5 freeway in Castaic

A 1.5 acre brush fire broke on Saturday afternoon approximately 1 mile north of Lake Hughes Road along the northbound 5 freeway, officials at the Los Angeles County Fire Department…

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Read more about the article Seven people still missing in mudslide aftermath
Santa Clarita avoided any major damage or a flash flood, which residents were repeatedly warned about from emergency officials’ social media messages.

Seven people still missing in mudslide aftermath

Seven people are still unaccounted for after violent mudslides devastated the city of Montecito last week, according to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office. Reported by family and friends to…

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Read more about the article David W. Hegg: The four insidious obstacles to ethical stability
David Hegg is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church and a Santa Clarita resident. "Ethically Speaking" runs Saturdays in The Signal.

David W. Hegg: The four insidious obstacles to ethical stability

Ever leave a situation or conversation and regret the way you acted? Ever found yourself wondering “why did I say that, or act that way?” You’re not alone! We all…

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Read more about the article SCV Google’s Startup Grind among most active chapters in US
The Santa Clarita Valley chapter of Google’s Startup Grind is a local networking and knowledge exchange venue for entrepreneurs and the sixth most active chapter in the U.S., and twelfth most active globally.

SCV Google’s Startup Grind among most active chapters in US

The Santa Clarita Valley chapter of Google’s Startup Grind is making a name for itself. Barely four months old, the local networking and knowledge exchange venue for entrepreneurs is the…

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Foothill League girls basketball roundup: Valencia with decisive win over Hart

Valencia beat Hart 75-52 at Hart on Friday. Tiana Beale led the Vikings with 17 points. Chyanne Pagkalinawan followed with 13 points and six assists. Nicole Weatherman had 15 points,…

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