Read more about the article Supes follow courts’ lead toward shrinking cash bail
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Supes follow courts’ lead toward shrinking cash bail

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors took steps toward making bail in the county more affordable during Tuesday’s regular meeting. The board approved a motion aimed at implementing the…

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Read more about the article Supes approve $36.2B county budget
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Supes approve $36.2B county budget

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the $36.2 billion recommended budget for the fiscal year 2021-22 — approximately 5% less than last year’s — during Tuesday’s regular…

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Read more about the article City to celebrate Earth Arbor Day virtually
City of Santa Clarita Council members from left, Marsha McLean, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Miranda, Bob Kellar and Laurene Weste finish up as they plant a crape myrtle tree during a virtual celebration of Earth Arbor Day, and for the 30th year of the city being recognized as a Tree City USA at Central Park, near the dog park in Saugus on Friday, April 24, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

City to celebrate Earth Arbor Day virtually

The city of Santa Clarita’s annual Earth Arbor Day celebration is going virtual this year, complete with a video program and free mulch giveaway.  The city is expected to release…

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Read more about the article Bella Vida to host free COVID-19 vaccination event
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Bella Vida to host free COVID-19 vaccination event

The Bella Vida Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is hosting a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic for anyone 18 and older May 1.  Those eligible to receive vaccinations are local residents…

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Read more about the article COVID-19: L.A. County remains squarely in orange tier
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COVID-19: L.A. County remains squarely in orange tier

California Department of Public Health officials released their updated metrics Tuesday, which kept Los Angeles County in the orange tier. The county’s test positivity rate is at 1.2% — which…

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Read more about the article COC University Center to hold virtual open house April 28
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COC University Center to hold virtual open house April 28

The Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center at College of the Canyons will host a virtual open house on Wednesday, April 28, to help those interested in advancing their careers by earning…

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Read more about the article Traffic impacted by Newhall grass fire
Firefighters respond to a brush fire near Highway 14 in Newhall on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Courtesy of Oscar Sol

Traffic impacted by Newhall grass fire

Tuesday afternoon traffic on Highway 14 in Newhall was impacted by a grass fire. The incident was reported near southbound Highway 14, south of Newhall Avenue, shortly before 3:30 p.m.,…

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Read more about the article Deadline extended for Sister Cities artist/author showcase
Two local students were selected as national finalists in Sister Cities International’s 2020 Young Artists and Authors Showcase. Amber Lee was selected as a finalist for her piece titled “United We Stand.” Courtesy photo.

Deadline extended for Sister Cities artist/author showcase

The deadline to submit entries for Santa Clarita Sister Cities’ Young Artists and Authors Showcase has been extended to Sunday, April 25. The local Sister Cities program is looking for…

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