Read more about the article <strong>Valencia resident arrested on suspicion of commercial burglary </strong> 
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on Golden Valley Road.

Valencia resident arrested on suspicion of commercial burglary  

A 34-year-old Valencia resident was arrested on suspicion of commercial burglary on Wednesday following an early-December burglary, according to Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials.   According to Deputy Kabrina Borbon,…

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COC’s Uniquely Abled Academy receives award for 100% job placement

News release  The College of the Canyons Workforce and Economic Advancement division was distinguished as one of the top-performing training providers by the South Bay Workforce Investment Board for its…

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Read more about the article Grieving families mourn together at Bethlehem SCV
Photos of loved ones dating back to the 90s were on display for guests to see before beginning the ceremony at the 22nd Annual Candle Light Remembrance Program on Sunday night presented by the Santa Clarita Valley Chapter of The Compassionate Friends. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal

Grieving families mourn together at Bethlehem SCV

The families of those who died too soon came together at Bethlehem SCV on Sunday evening to take part in the 22nd annual Candle Lighting Remembrance ceremony hosted by the…

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Read more about the article <strong>Hart district: Budget forecast could lead to tough talks in new year</strong> 
The William S. Hart Union High School District office

Hart district: Budget forecast could lead to tough talks in new year 

William S. Hart Union High School District officials took a long, hard look at their spending plan for the fiscal year Wednesday following the state’s issuance of its updated budget…

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Read more about the article <strong>Teaching humans, not machines</strong> 
Casey Cuny leads his mythology class in the reading and annotation of the Epic of Gilgamesh during a recent class session. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Teaching humans, not machines 

How Valencia High School’s Casey Cuny became a California Teacher of the Year  Valencia High School teacher Casey Cuny could feel the energy in the room.  After more than two…

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Read more about the article Grace Baptist concert: ‘The King Has Come’
Grace Baptist Church hosted its annual Christmas concert last weekend, with this year’s theme being, “The King Has Come.” Photo courtesy of Grace Baptist Church.

Grace Baptist concert: ‘The King Has Come’

News release  Grace Baptist Church hosted its annual Christmas concert last weekend, with this year’s theme being, “The King Has Come.”   The concert — which was free and open to…

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Read more about the article Hundreds of formerly homeless people get evicted after L.A. nonprofit fails to pay rent on time
The inside of one of several properties managed by Norris Jones and Dejon Dixon, co-founders of Housing 1BY1, in Los Angeles on Sept. 28, 2023. Dixon and Jones say a Los Angeles-based nonprofit owes them thousands of dollars in unpaid rent for housing people experiencing homelessness. Some of the tenants left properties damaged or stole items before being evicted, according to Jones and Dixon. Photo by Adriana Heldiz, CalMatters

Hundreds of formerly homeless people get evicted after L.A. nonprofit fails to pay rent on time

By Byrhonda Lyons and Jeanne Kuang CalMatters Writers  Jesus Mares got a lifeline during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to rental support from one of Los Angeles’ leading homelessness agencies, he had…

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COC board members condemn hate, vote against resolution supporting Israel 

Trustees unanimously vote against community member’s request to sign statement in support for Israel against Hamas  The Santa Clarita Community College District board of trustees unanimously voted against a resolution…

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Read more about the article <strong>Golden Valley parent goes viral for TikTok videos at student pick-up</strong> 
Jevin Smith dresses up as Lil Jon and films a TikTok video while picking up his children from Golden Valley High School. Courtesy photo.

Golden Valley parent goes viral for TikTok videos at student pick-up 

Jevin Smith said he was just looking to bring some enjoyment to the lives of himself and his children.  Well, after 55 videos posted on TikTok to an account with…

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Read more about the article <strong>Bridge to Home lays the foundation for a difference</strong>
Construction continues on the future Santa Clarita Valley Bridge to Home Full-Service Interim Shelter in Santa Clarita on Wednesday, 121323. Dan Watson/The Signal

Bridge to Home lays the foundation for a difference

Bridge to Home serves approximately 1,000 individuals annually. On Wednesday, members of the media were invited to attend a tour of the foundation of the new homeless shelter that is…

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Read more about the article Boys & Girls Club recognizes future leaders and past impacts 
Santa Clarita Valley Boys & Girls Club long time supporter Thomas Dierckman speaks after the the announcement of the renaming of Thomas E. Dierckman Boys & Girls Club Clubhouse at Sierra Vista Junior High School in Santa Clarita during the Boys & Girls Club Awards Luncheon held in the James T. Ventress Clubhouse in Santa Clarita on Tuesday, 121223. Dan Watson/The Signal

Boys & Girls Club recognizes future leaders and past impacts 

Taco Tuesday? More like tamales, which were passed out to friendly faces on Tuesday during the Annual Holiday Board Luncheon at the Santa Clarita Valley Boys & Girls Club -…

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Read more about the article <strong>HOPICS, Katie Hill dispute report on nonprofit client evictions</strong> 
One of several properties managed by Norris Jones and Dejon Dixon, co-founders of Housing 1BY1, in Los Angeles on Sept. 28. Adriana Heldiz/CalMatters

HOPICS, Katie Hill dispute report on nonprofit client evictions 

CalMatters investigation reports nonprofit’s clients were evicted over nonpayment of rent; HOPICS calls claims ‘categorically false’  In response to an investigative article published on Tuesday by CalMatters alleging that hundreds…

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Read more about the article <strong>COC hoops comeback falls short against Cypress</strong> 
Logan Ghoumari (35) of College of the Canyons drives through Cypress College defenders in the first half at College of the Canyons on Wednesday, 121323. Dan Watson/The Signal

COC hoops comeback falls short against Cypress 

College of the Canyons men's basketball fell just short in its home non-league loss to the Cypress College Chargers.  Cypress won the game, 66-61, after holding off multiple big runs…

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Read more about the article <strong>Mission Opera performs winter tunes from around the world </strong> 
Mission Opera Artistic and Executive Director Josh Wentz directs the ensemble of singers during their “Winter Holidays of the World” concert held at the Santa Clarita United Methodist Church on Friday night. Katherine Quezada / The Signal

Mission Opera performs winter tunes from around the world  

The Mission Opera took its audience on a worldwide tour of music celebrating all national winter holidays at the fourth annual “Winter Holidays of the World” concert at the Santa…

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