Read more about the article Tick Fire update: Number of structures destroyed jumps to 18, 3 firefighters injured
A house on the 29500 block of Sequoia Road in Canyon Country burns during the Tick Fire early Friday morning. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Tick Fire update: Number of structures destroyed jumps to 18, 3 firefighters injured

After previous reports had put the number of structures destroyed in the single digits, officials have increased the number of structures destroyed by the Tick Fire to 18. In a…

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Read more about the article Evacuees gathered in parking lots, coffee shops while waiting to go home
Firefighters work to save a home on the 29500 block of Sequoia Road in Canyon Country during the Tick Fire early Friday morning. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Evacuees gathered in parking lots, coffee shops while waiting to go home

While some were told they had no home to return to, others sat in coffee shops and shopping centers Friday night wondering what would be awaiting them when they got…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Human remains discovered in Tick Fire area
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's homicide department collect a set of human remains reported in a burned area alongside Sand Canyon Road for investigation. October 26, 2019. Bobby Block / The Signal.

UPDATE: Human remains discovered in Tick Fire area

By Emily Alvarenga and Caleb Lunetta Human remains were discovered in Canyon Country near an area affected by the Tick Fire Saturday, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department officials.…

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Read more about the article Fire officials announce further Tick Fire evacuations lifted
Firefighters spray water on the street on Arches Lane on Saturday to wash away fire retardant that was dropped on the Tick Fire on Thursday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Fire officials announce further Tick Fire evacuations lifted

Los Angeles County Fire Department officials announced further repopulation of the areas affected by the Tick Fire Saturday afternoon. As of 2 p.m., Baker Canyon Road from Sierra Highway, north…

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Read more about the article Criminal report filed after Borton Fire
Los Angeles County firefighters scale a hill at a brush fire on Borton Road in Val Verde Friday night. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Criminal report filed after Borton Fire

Criminal intent is suspected in the Borton Fire that occurred in Val Verde Friday night, according to law enforcement officials. “They did take a possible criminal report,” Lt. Eric Lasko…

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Read more about the article Saturday fire update: Tick Fire 25% contained, more evacuations lifted
A home that burned on Sequoia Road in the Tick Fire. Dan Watson/The Signal

Saturday fire update: Tick Fire 25% contained, more evacuations lifted

The Tick Fire, which led to what officials are calling the largest wildfire evacuation in Santa Clarita’s history, leaving 40,000 residents displaced, is now 25% contained with many of those…

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Read more about the article Complete coverage: Roundup of all fire stories
The Tick Fire burns behind a set of homes in Mint Canyon. Caleb Lunetta / The Signal.

Complete coverage: Roundup of all fire stories

Below, starting from the most recent, are links to all stories published regarding this week's fires in the Santa Clarita Valley. Additional followup stories will be added as they are…

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Read more about the article West Ranch heads to Paloma Valley for second-round playoff match
Erin Eskoff (20) and Funmi Idowu (12) of West Ranch go up to deflect a shot by Saugus at Saugus on Oct. 3. Dan Watson/The Signal

West Ranch heads to Paloma Valley for second-round playoff match

By Bryanna WinnerFor The Signal West Ranch volleyball is slated to take on Paloma Valley in the second round of CIF-Southern Section Division 3 playoffs tonight. Both teams are coming…

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Read more about the article No. 49: Brian Koegle
Top 51 for 2021

No. 49: Brian Koegle

Brian Koegle’s legal expertise and community leadership skills have made him a huge asset to not only the Santa Clarita Valley’s largest law firm, but also to our nonprofit organizations, colleges and community resources where he’s constantly there to help.

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Read more about the article No. 48: Ivan Volschenk
Top 51 for 2021

No. 48: Ivan Volschenk

Ivan Volschenk has quickly become a vital part of our business community through the network he’s played an integral role in rebuilding at the SCV Chamber of Commerce. His work on behalf of local industry has helped the area maintain its business-friendly reputation.

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