Bear struck and killed on I-5
A bear was killed on Interstate 5 just north of Templin Highway on Wednesday morning after being struck by multiple vehicles according to Josh Greengard, spokesman for the California Highway…
Photo courtesy of Trina Soto.
Girl Scouts repaint Northlake Hills playground
One of the members of Girl Scout Troop 686 shot her hand up in a meeting about what to do for their next big community project. The girl suggested that…
An attendee looks on the work of Tobi Beck at her exhibition, "Coming Home" at the Santa Clarita Artists Association gallery in Old Town Newhall on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023. Trevor Morgan / The Signal.
‘Ugly can be Beautiful’: Local artist showcases South Boston grit to SCV
Local artist Tobi Beck said, several times, the epitome of her work on display at the Santa Clarita Artists Association this month was “grit.” The product of the Old Harbour…
Childhood friends Michelle Walker, left, and Angela Lynn take photos of their children as they arrive for their first day of school at Fair Oaks Ranch Community School in Canyon Country on Thursday, 081023. Dan Watson/The Signal
Parents reflect on summer activities as schools start again
One by one, each school district in the Santa Clarita Valley is welcoming students back after a very eventful summer. While the gloomy weather on Thursday may have deceived residents…
Valencia Marketplace is once again hosting the Aquarium of the Pacific’s “Aquarium on Wheels” and its “Pacific Journeys” educational presentation on Saturday. Courtesy photo.
Valencia Marketplace hosting ‘Aquarium on Wheels’
News release Valencia Marketplace is once again hosting the Aquarium of the Pacific’s “Aquarium on Wheels” and its “Pacific Journeys” educational presentation about the ocean and the creatures that live…
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One vehicle on train tracks, one transport followed
One vehicle ended up on the railroad tracks near Santa Clarita Lanes, causing a domino effect of actions by first responders and Metrolink on Thursday, according to Los Angeles County…
College briefs
College Briefs for Aug. 10
Claire Fellbaum graduates from Marquette University Claire Fellbaum of Valencia, graduated this spring from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Fellbaum earned a bachelor of science degree in biomedical sciences. Fellbaum…
Jason Gibbs
Jason Gibbs | Register Now for the 28th Annual River Rally!
Each fall, we see more than a thousand Santa Clarita residents dedicate their morning to making our city a cleaner, healthier place. Volunteering for the popular River Rally event has…
Letters to the Editor
Ron Perry | A Worsening Fiscal Picture
California’s fiscal picture has largely worsened since January, when finance officials projected the state would face a deficit of $22.5 billion. Gov. Gavin Newsom called it a “modest shortfall” and…
Letters to the Editor
Dr. Gene Dorio | Valuable Resource in Jeopardy
UPDATED to remove erroneous information about available locations for "sharps" disposal. Re: “Hazard prompts county to end medical-sharps pickup at Sheriff’s Station,” Aug. 4. I am not sure of the…
A trash truck dumps its load at the Chiquita Land Fill in Castaic in 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal
Report details challenges, remediation attempts at Chiquita
A report from Chiquita Canyon Landfill details Waste Connections’ efforts to reduce the smells that have been plaguing Castaic and Val Verde residents and leading to increasing calls for action…
Replacement of the Valencia High School field is currently in process after continual delays. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Valencia football field renovation delayed past season opener
Valencia High School’s football field will not be ready in time for the team’s season opener. The William S. Hart Union High School District announced a delay in the project…
Solar panels have been installed on the hills of Canyon View Estates. Courtesy of Geri Brown.
Solar-panel dispute likely to continue into 2024
Anyone hoping for an expedited end to the situation involving a hillside full of solar panels off Soledad Canyon Road shouldn’t hold their breath. A court official said by phone…
Residents could find remnants of the unexpected rain through the droplets left on the cars throughout the city. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Ernesto brings moisture, mugginess expected to last until Friday
Calling the event “astronomically rare,” weather officials confirmed Wednesday there was a bit of precipitation in the Santa Clarita Valley, and while it wasn’t measurable, it might stick around before…
Coroner IDs driver who died in truck
Medical examiners with the L.A. County Coroner’s Office identified a big-rig driver who died in his truck Tuesday. California Highway Patrol officers reported finding Gerardo Barragan Prado, 62, of Torrance,…
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on Golden Valley Road.
Lane change sparks road-rage allegation
A 21-year-old woman who reported a road-rage allegation Monday afternoon to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is hopeful that someone who saw something might be able to say something…
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on Golden Valley Road.
49-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
A 49-year-old Stevenson Ranch resident was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder on Tuesday, according to Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials. According to Deputy Kabrina Borbon, a spokeswoman for…
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Schiavo, Stern oppose new Aliso Canyon proposal
By Signal Staff Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, announced her opposition to a new Aliso Canyon proposal, joining with two other legislators in the region who shared their concerns about increasing…
For the 11th year in a row, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award. Courtesy photo.
HMNH nationally recognized for stroke care
News release For the 11th year in a row, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award…
Darth Vader is flanked by two stromtroopers from the 501st legion at Circle of Hope's Vine2Wine fundraiser on Saturday Aug. 20, 2022
Hollywood screening of ‘Empire Strikes Back’ to benefit Will Rogers Foundation
News release Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theatre will host a special screening of “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” on Aug. 30 to raise funds in support of the Will Rogers…
