Detectives investigate alleged assaults, report finding gun under teen’s pillow

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station detectives took two teenagers into custody on suspicion of assault with a firearm, and an adult on suspicion he let them access the firearm, in a series…

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Walk of Western Stars 2016 inductee, Johnny Crawford twirls a rope around himself as he stands on his star after the unveiling ceremony on Main Street in Newhall in April 2016. Dan Watson/Signal

Johnny Crawford, of ‘Rifleman’ fame, dies at 75

By Danielle Gallegos  For The Signal  Johnny Crawford, the actor best known for his role as Mark McCain in “The Rifleman,” died Thursday after battling COVID-19 and pneumonia. He was 75.  Crawford's wife, Charlotte, was by his side, according…

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Read more about the article West Ranch keeps top spot for Hart district in U.S. News rankings
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West Ranch keeps top spot for Hart district in U.S. News rankings

For the second year in a row, the West Ranch Wildcats earned the top ranking of schools from the William S. Hart Union High School District, according to a recent list from U.S. News…

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Read more about the article Historic preservation on Planning Commission agenda
Saugus Train Station at Heritage Junction in Newhall. 043021. Dan Watson/The Signal

Historic preservation on Planning Commission agenda

The city of Santa Clarita’s historic preservation grant funds may soon become available to help maintain local buildings with historic designations from the state of California and the federal government.  The Santa Clarita Planning Commission is scheduled Tuesday to consider amending the city’s historic…

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Read more about the article Public workshop kicks off housing element update
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

Public workshop kicks off housing element update

The city of Santa Clarita hosted a public workshop Thursday evening to share information about the housing element.  The element is one part of the city’s general plan and it allows “local governments (to) adequately plan to meet…

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Read more about the article Fundraiser aims to help Dorsey family
Dana downs makes a bid on a flat screen TV, surrounded by Dorsey family photos on display in the silent auction during the Dorsey Fundraiser held at The Paseo Club in Valencia on Friday, 043021. Dan Watson/the Signal

Fundraiser aims to help Dorsey family

Dozens of family, friends and community members gathered at The Paseo Club Friday evening for a fundraiser aimed to raise money for the family of Michelle Dorsey, who was killed earlier this…

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Read more about the article Sheriff reports 40% uptick in Part-I crimes
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station can be reached by calling 661-260-4000.

Sheriff reports 40% uptick in Part-I crimes

The Los Angeles County sheriff reported an uptick in Part-I crimes for the Santa Clarita Valley station, as well as throughout Los Angeles County, in his recent release of crime data on LASD.org. …

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Fuel spill closes off ramp at 5, 14 freeway interchange

The California Highway Patrol closed the Balboa off-ramp on Interstate 5 where it meets Highway 14 at 2:54 p.m. Friday in response to an estimated 100-gallon fuel spill near the interchange of the two freeways.   The closure was expected to stay…

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Read more about the article Detectives investigate alleged assaults, report finding gun under teen’s pillow
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station can be reached by calling 661-260-4000.

Detectives investigate alleged assaults, report finding gun under teen’s pillow

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station detectives took two teenagers into custody on suspicion of assault with a firearm, and an adult on suspicion he let them access the firearm, in a series…

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Read more about the article Prep Sports Roundup: Soccer, Softball, Lacrosse
Valencia High's Delaney Scully (14) makes the out at first base on Hart baserunner Kameryn Smudde (15) at Newhall Park in Newhall on Thursday, 042921. Dan Watson/The Signal 915 0Kate Penberthy (12) of Hart High at second base at Newhall Park in Newhall on Thursday, 042921. Dan Watson/The Signal

Prep Sports Roundup: Soccer, Softball, Lacrosse

A recap of recent sports results. Got results and summaries? Email them to [email protected]  The following summaries were provided by team coaches and/or representatives for recent Santa Clarita Valley prep sports action. The…

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Read more about the article North Fire 75% contained, cause is pending investigation
Hand crews climb a ridge as a Los Angels City helicopter makes a drop on the North Fire in Castaic on Wednesday, 042821. Dan Watson/The Signal

North Fire 75% contained, cause is pending investigation

The North Fire, which broke out Wednesday and burned approximately 640 acres in Castaic and northern Valencia, was at 75% containment as of Friday morning, according to fire officials.  Marvin Lim, representative with the Los…

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Read more about the article Electronic sign warns drivers of duck crossings
An electronic sign warns of ducks crossing the roadway on Newhall Ranch Road near McBean Parkway in Valencia on Thursday, April 29, 2021. Dan Watson/The Signal

Electronic sign warns drivers of duck crossings

The city of Santa Clarita placed an electronic traffic message board on Newhall Ranch Road near McBean Parkway on Wednesday to alert commuters of duck crossings on the eight-lane road.  Councilwoman Marsha McLean proposed her idea for the electronic sign,…

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Unanswered points launch Vikings basketball to 90-61 win over Grizzlies

By Jonathan Andrade For the Signal  Valencia High rattled off 22 unanswered points in the third quarter against Golden Valley Tuesday night at home to vault the Vikings to a 90-61 Foothill League victory.  “We…

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Read more about the article Here’s what may reopen soon as L.A. County enters yellow tier
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Here’s what may reopen soon as L.A. County enters yellow tier

As Los Angeles County’s COVID-19 metrics continue their decline, the county is on track for the widest set of reopenings yet next week with its potential move into the least restrictive, yellow…

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Read more about the article City Council wants sentencing enhancements in Dorsey case
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 wants sentencing enhancements in Dorsey case

The Santa Clarita City Council has asked the city manager to prepare a letter to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors seeking the board’s support in adding sentencing enhancements to the case of murder suspect James “Matthew” Dorsey.  Last week, L.A. County District Attorney George Gascón’s office charged James Dorsey with murder, attempted kidnapping, residential…

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Read more about the article Public Health addresses COVID-19 vaccine queries
A health care worker gets a dose of COVID-19 vaccine at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital vaccination center on Friday, 011520, 011520. Dan Watson/The Signal

Public Health addresses COVID-19 vaccine queries

Los Angeles County health officials discussed the county’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts with residents Tuesday, sharing updated safety information on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. After its initial pause, the U.S.…

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