Read more about the article Arson suspect caught red-shorted
A social media post with this photo reportedly helped detectives catch an arson suspect this week. Courtesy of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station

Arson suspect caught red-shorted

A man suspected of setting a fire in the back of a Ralphs last week was arrested on Friday morning after Santa Clarita Valley sheriff's deputies reportedly recognized his bright…

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Read more about the article LightUpMasks attracts public, Hollywood
Cameron Morey holds a stitch face mask created by his company LightUpMasks, which has collaborated with public figures like musical duo The Chainsmokers.

LightUpMasks attracts public, Hollywood

When 22-year-old Cameron Morey created his first Halloween mask, he wasn’t sure it would turn it into a business, much less one that has earned $1 million. Morey, who grew…

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Read more about the article Higher Vision unveils Kidventure
Ryan Mancini/The Signal Higher Vision Church’s Kidventure, which is designed for children and families, is based on an idea from lead pastor Jared Ming. The church raised $2.8 million to create the immersive playrooms.

Higher Vision unveils Kidventure

Higher Vision Church held the grand opening for its new expansion for children and families, called Kidventure, on June 1-2 and 8-9. Based on an idea from lead pastor Jared…

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Read more about the article UUSCV minister retires, sets sights on new projects
The Rev. Peter Farriday became the minister of the Unitarian Universalists of the Santa Clarita Valley in 2014. Courtesy photo

UUSCV minister retires, sets sights on new projects

The Rev. Peter Farriday gave his final sermon for the Unitarian Universalists of the Santa Clarita Valley on June 9. Serving as minister for five years, he oversaw a congregation…

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Read more about the article 2018-19 Hart Year in Review
Hart volleyball coach Mary Irilian holds up “undefeated” signs as she is swarmed by her team. The Indians became the first undefeated Foothill League champions in program history on Thursday after sweeping Saugus at Hart. Haley Sawyer/The Signal

2018-19 Hart Year in Review

Continuing their traditional excellence in athletics, Hart High School had a very productive 2018-19, reaching some new heights. The Indians welcomed new faces and said goodbye to familiar ones. Clinching…

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Read more about the article Logix Federal Credit Union opens new branch
Courtesy photo Branch staff are now available to help Santa Claritans at Logix Federal Credit Union’s newest location at Bridgeport Marketplace.

Logix Federal Credit Union opens new branch

Logix Federal Credit Union announced Thursday the opening of its newest branch, located at Bridgeport Marketplace. The credit union opened its fifth Santa Clarita Valley location, now open at 24003…

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Read more about the article Premier Workspaces announces first SCV location
Courtesy photo The Irvine-based Premier Workspaces, which has locations across the nation, opened its first location in the Santa Clarita Valley.

Premier Workspaces announces first SCV location

Irvine-based Premier Workspaces announced Tuesday the opening of its first location in the Santa Clarita Valley. The company, one of the largest privately owned flexible workplace operators in the U.S.…

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Read more about the article Health inspectors check Castaic senior building after pest complaints, pool closure
Reports of bedbugs at the non-licensed apartment building on Castaic Road surfaced this week when tenants complained to public health officials about closure of the pool.

Health inspectors check Castaic senior building after pest complaints, pool closure

Public health inspectors, following up on at least a half-dozen complaints about rodent infestation, bedbugs and a faulty elevator from tenants of the Castaic Lake Senior Living Apartments, went door…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita’s homeless count increases; experts say estimate is well below actual figure
Dozens of volunteers watch the instruction video during the L.A. Homeless Count briefing held at The Centre in Santa Clarita on Tuesday night. Dan Watson/The Signal

Santa Clarita’s homeless count increases; experts say estimate is well below actual figure

The 2019 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count reported Santa Clarita’s homeless population at just more than 250, but members of the local community task force say the count is significantly…

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Read more about the article Off the SCV’s beaten paths
Honda Talon UTV is one of the (Utility Task Vehicles) on display at Ken & Joe's Motorcycle Dealership in Santa Clarita on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Off the SCV’s beaten paths

The true motorbike and off-road riders understand why most bikes and gear shops tend to be closed on Sundays on Mondays. “Our industry has always been closed Sundays and Mondays,…

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Read more about the article Get on the SCV Amateur Radio Club’s wavelength
From left to right, Steve Ioerger, Tom Turner and Mike van Norman attempt to make contact with individuals through ham radio during the W6JW Santa Clarita Radio Club Field Day at the Castaic Lake Water Agency on Saturday, June 24, 2017. Samie Gebers/The Signal

Get on the SCV Amateur Radio Club’s wavelength

Every June since 1933, more than 40,000 amateur radio operators nationwide operate ham radios from remote locations, and this year, members of the Santa Clarita Amateur Radio Club are once…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Child airlifted to hospital after near drowning
Rescue helicopter personnel place child into Copter 18. Signal photo, Dan Watson.

UPDATE: Child airlifted to hospital after near drowning

A child who suffered a near-drowning a Bridgeport pool late Friday afternoon was airlifted and taken to Northridge Hospital Medical Center Paramedics with the Los Angeles County Fire Department were…

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Read more about the article How to survive the sweltering, summer heat
Dan Watson Zack Williams, 18 months, opens the valve to spray a stream of water on swimmers around him at the City of Santa Clarita Aquatics Center in Santa Clarita on Wednesday. 061715

How to survive the sweltering, summer heat

School’s out for much of the Santa Clarita Valley and that means that summer’s almost here. Temperatures have already reached the triple digits, sparking multiple brush fires in the area.…

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Read more about the article Signal extends invitation to all former and current employees
Peter Smith of the Signal leads the Signal's parade entry at the 4th of July Parade in Newhall. Cory Rubin/ The Signal

Signal extends invitation to all former and current employees

All past and current employees of The Signal are invited to ride on the Signal float in the Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade to help celebrate The Signa's…

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Read more about the article DA’s Office warns of scammers involved in vehicle collisions
Officials investigate the scene of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 126 near Chiquito Canyon Road in Val Verde on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

DA’s Office warns of scammers involved in vehicle collisions

The financial fallout of a vehicle collision can spiral into becoming a victim of fraud, according to a new warning issued on Friday from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s…

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Read more about the article Injured deputy taken to hospital after minor crash
A Los Angeles County Sheriff's Motorcycle Unit is loaded into an ambulance following a collision with a vehicle at the intersection of Rye Canyon Road and Avenue Scott in the Valencia Industrial Center Friday afternoon. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Injured deputy taken to hospital after minor crash

A motorcycle deputy with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department was taken to the hospital mid-afternoon Friday, following a vehicle collision in Valencia. The crash happened around 2:35 p.m. at…

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