Read more about the article Cierzan trial begins four years after disappearance
A member of the LASD Crime Lab enters the home of missing man Will Cierzan on Feb. 13, 2020. Signal photo, Bobby Block.

Cierzan trial begins four years after disappearance

The first three witnesses in the case of Daniel Cierzan — the Saugus resident accused of murdering his uncle in 2017 — took the stand in a preliminary hearing Tuesday, seeking to provide further insight into a night that has been mired in…

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Read more about the article PHOTOS | Five-vehicle collision sends one person to the hospital
A five-vehicle traffic collision in Stevenson Ranch sent at least one person to the hospital Monday night. The incident was reported shortly before 8:30 p.m. on The Old Road, north of Sagecrest Circle, according to California Highway Patrol Officer Josh Greengard, spokesman of the CHP Newhall-area Office. Rick McClure/For The Signal

PHOTOS | Five-vehicle collision sends one person to the hospital

A five-vehicle traffic collision in Stevenson Ranch sent at least one person to the hospital Monday night. The incident was reported shortly before 8:30 p.m. on The Old Road, north…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita celebrates the return of Concerts in the Park
Trisha Mullally and her son, Keaton, 4, dance to the music of The PettyBreakers as they perform on stage during the first of the Concerts in the Park series held at Central park in Saugus on Saturday, 070321. Dan Watson/The Signal

Santa Clarita celebrates the return of Concerts in the Park

By Abbie DeMuth For The Signal  Concerts in the Park had been a Saturday summer ritual for Bailey Geyer and her family before the pandemic.   As Santa Clarita’s COVID-19 numbers continue to…

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Read more about the article 15-year-old SCV native graduates from UCI
Santa Clarita native Kylie Munson graduated in the Class of 2021 from University of California, Irvine, at the age of 15. June 30, 2021. Bobby Block / The Signal.

15-year-old SCV native graduates from UCI

Santa Clarita native Kylie Munson thinks of school much like most kids her age: challenging, but manageable. The difference is she’s only 15 and already ready to tackle medical school…

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Read more about the article First responders kept busy on Fourth
A vehicle crashed into a curb during a suspected DUI incident that occurred near Real Life Church in Valencia on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Courtesy of Austin Dave

First responders kept busy on Fourth

By Emily Alvarenga & Raychel Stewart Signal Staff Writers Santa Clarita Valley residents kept law enforcement and first responders busy this past holiday weekend, with all local emergency response agencies reporting an…

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Read more about the article Firefighters increase containment on Tumbleweed Fire to 65%
A Boeing Chinook CH-47 helitanker makes a water drop on the Tumbleweed Fire burning near Interstate 5 in Gorman on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Rick McClure/For The Signal

Firefighters increase containment on Tumbleweed Fire to 65%

Firefighters continued to build containment lines around the Tumbleweed Fire in Gorman Tuesday, holding the blaze to 1,000 acres, with 65% containment.  The fire first began around 1:30 p.m. Sunday…

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Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley installs new officers

The Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley recently held its annual installation for its incoming board. Zonta honored outgoing president Beth Heiserman and celebrated incoming president Nicole Miller.   The immediate past president, Barb Meyer, was the host of this virtual…

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Read more about the article Saddle up back at the ranch or experience Heart of the West at home
The 25th annual Heart of the West Dinner, Auction and Children’s Riding Demonstration is set for Aug. 28, and can be enjoyed in person or virtually. Courtesy photo

Saddle up back at the ranch or experience Heart of the West at home

Carousel Ranch has announced plans for the 25th annual Heart of the West Dinner, Auction, and Children’s Riding Demonstration set for Saturday, Aug. 28, starting at 6 p.m. This year, the annual fundraiser offers…

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Read more about the article COC student-athlete shines on two teams
With the track season canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, College of the Canyons student-athlete Sean Tomer found a new competitive outlet — joining the COC Aerospace and Science Team. Courtesy photo

COC student-athlete shines on two teams

When College of the Canyons track and field student-athlete Sean Tomer lost the ability to compete due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, he didn’t despair.  Instead, he channeled his energy into academics,…

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Read more about the article July 4: SCV takes ‘educational’ approach, confiscates 50 lbs. fireworks; no arrests, no citations
Capt. Justin Diez of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station speaks about the danger posed by illegal fireworks at a news conference hosted by Fire Station 126 in Valencia on June 29, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

July 4: SCV takes ‘educational’ approach, confiscates 50 lbs. fireworks; no arrests, no citations

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies responded to 211 calls about fireworks generated between July 1-5, according to station officials, and 163 calls the evening of July 4.  Despite the high…

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Read more about the article Couple arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor animal cruelty after 2 dogs die from car heat
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station can be reached by calling 661-260-4000.

Couple arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor animal cruelty after 2 dogs die from car heat

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies arrested a couple from Arizona after two dogs died from being locked in a hot car July 4 at Six Flags Magic Mountain, according…

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