SoCal dips below ICU threshold; COVID-19 surge continues, state order looms

The Southern California region slipped below the state’s intensive care capacity threshold on Friday, a day before the state’s new regional stay-at-home order is set to take effect as L.A.…

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Pasadena church files for restraining order on CA’s restrictions on indoor religious services

A Pasadena church filed a renewed motion Friday for a temporary restraining order regarding Gov. Gavin Newsom’s order to close most indoor worship in state counties, following the U.S. Supreme…

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Christy Smith speaks at an event on election night on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 as preliminary vote tallies dropped, showing that she was in the lead in the 25th Congressional District race. Dan Watson/ The Signal

Smith files to run for CA-25 in 2022

Assemblywoman Christy Smith, D-Santa Clarita, has filed paperwork to run in California’s 25th Congressional District in 2022.  Her statement of candidacy was submitted on Nov. 20, joining dozens of others…

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Read more about the article Newsom anuncia orden regional para quedarse en casa en medio del aumento de COVID-19
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Newsom anuncia orden regional para quedarse en casa en medio del aumento de COVID-19

Por Tammy Murga y Lauren Budman El gobernador Gavin Newsom anunció el jueves una nueva orden regional de quedarse en casa tanto como sea posible en las áreas más afectadas…

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Read more about the article City announces list of Human Relations Roundtable members
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

City announces list of Human Relations Roundtable members

The city of Santa Clarita announced Friday 16 people had been selected to serve as members of its Human Relations Roundtable, which aims to eliminate all forms of racism and…

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Read more about the article Barger reflects on term as Board of Supervisors chair
FILE PHOTO Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger speaks at the Hyatt Regency Valencia. Eddy Martinez/The Signal.

Barger reflects on term as Board of Supervisors chair

It has been a year unlike any other — with a need to address a global pandemic, as well as widespread civil unrest — for Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn…

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Read more about the article Henry Mayo celebrates 40th Holiday Home Tour
A house decorated by Polly Behmlander featured in the virtual Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Holiday Home Tour Gala Friday. Screenshot of video by Kelley Gallagher and Koren Young.

Henry Mayo celebrates 40th Holiday Home Tour

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital kicked off its 40th Holiday Home Tour with a virtual gala Friday evening with a “heart of the home” theme and holiday-themed do-it-yourself activities. Locally owned…

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Read more about the article City Council to meet in closed session to discuss lawsuit over eviction bans
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

City Council to meet in closed session to discuss lawsuit over eviction bans

Santa Clarita City Council members are expected to meet in closed session Tuesday to discuss the lawsuit several landlords filed in September against California and several cities over anti-eviction measures…

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Read more about the article School Day Cafe offers weekend meals
In this March file photo -- taken before mask protocols were put in place -- Peter Martinez hands out boxed lunches as part of School Day Cafe's program to give families access to free meals.

School Day Cafe offers weekend meals

School Day Cafe, previously named the Santa Clarita Valley School Food Services Agency, will expand its meal program to provide children across the SCV with weekend meals beginning Dec. 11.…

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Read more about the article Children’s Hospital Los Angeles offering free flu vaccines
Flu shots are administered in 2013. Flu season is approaching, and medical experts are recommending the vaccine again this year. Signal file photo

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles offering free flu vaccines

By Claire Schlaman For The Signal Children’s Hospital Los Angeles will be offering free flu shots every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at participating locations. No appointment is…

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Read more about the article Reflecting on success and progress in 2020
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

Reflecting on success and progress in 2020

By Cameron Smyth Santa Clarita Mayor It has been a great honor and pleasure to serve as the Mayor of Santa Clarita in 2020. As you know, I grew up…

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Read more about the article Stock up on emergency supplies in case you break down
A well-equipped roadside emergency kit may help drivers get their vehicles back on the road on their own.

Stock up on emergency supplies in case you break down

Unforeseen situations can crop up at any time. Anyone who has had a roadside breakdown in their car understands this. A flat tire or an engine malfunction is something no…

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