Read more about the article Zumbathon raises money for homeless shelter
Zumba instructor Ness Fit and her squad dance together during the Zumbathon at the Santa Clarita Athletic Club on Sunday. Lucas Nava/The Signal

Zumbathon raises money for homeless shelter

Dozens of Santa Clarita Valley residents gathered to dance and raise funds at a Zumbathon hosted by Bridge to Home at the Santa Clarita Athletic Club in Newhall on Sunday. …

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Read more about the article Indigo Fire burns 22 acres in Castaic 
Firefighters respond to a small brush fire near the intersection of Barcelona Road and Capri Court in Castaic on Sunday. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Indigo Fire burns 22 acres in Castaic 

By Lucas Nava and Katherine Quezada A brush fire, dubbed the Indigo Fire, broke out near the intersection of Barcelona Road and Capri Court in Castaic and grew to a…

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Read more about the article Supreme Court overturns ‘Chevron Doctrine,’ curtailing federal government power 
The Supreme Court in Washington on June 20, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu 

Supreme Court overturns ‘Chevron Doctrine,’ curtailing federal government power 

By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer  The Supreme Court in a vote of 6–3 overturned the so-called Chevron deference, a bureaucracy-empowering judicial doctrine that critics say led to the explosive growth of…

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Read more about the article Explore the city’s public art
This 1976 mural, Adventures in Fantasy, depicts a stagecoach pulled by a team of six horses and riding through a valley dotted with scrub oaks. It can be found inside the Old Town Newhall Public Library. Photo courtesy of the city of Santa Clarita.

Explore the city’s public art

In 2009, the Santa Clarita City Council demonstrated its commitment to public art when it founded the Santa Clarita Arts Commission.   The council approved the Arts Master Plan in 2016…

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Read more about the article Why is Independence Day celebrated on July 4th?
According to the National Constitution Center, the Continental Congress approved a resolution declaring its independence from Great Britain on July 2. However, a document still needed to be drafted to explain the decision to the general public. Photo courtesy of Adobe Shutterstock.

Why is Independence Day celebrated on July 4th?

The Continental Congress declared its independence from Great Britain on July 2, 1776. If that date raises an eyebrow, it should. Independence Day in the United States has long been…

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Read more about the article The history of America’s Independence Day
This 2003 photograph of the reverse of the Declaration shows the identifying inscription written at the bottom edge so it could be read without unrolling the parchment. The many horizontal creases and horizontal and vertical fold lines are clearly visible, as is the engrained dirt, especially along the edge. Photo courtesy of the National Archives.

The history of America’s Independence Day

Few summertime holidays elicit as much excitement as the Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day in the United States.  Each year, family, friends and revelers anticipate the arrival…

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Read more about the article Enjoy a fruit-infused Fourth of July
Summer is a perfect time to make fruit the star of the show, and Fourth of July is no exception.

Enjoy a fruit-infused Fourth of July

As patriotic parties roll on throughout the day and fireworks light up the night, Fourth of July fun calls for favorite snacks that complement the excitement. Whether you’re a pyro…

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Read more about the article Newsom rejects calls for Biden to be replaced after debate: ‘I Will Never Turn My Back’ 
California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks to reporters at Georgia Tech’s McCamish Pavilion near the site of the debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in Atlanta on June 27, 2024. Photo courtesy of The Epoch Times. 

Newsom rejects calls for Biden to be replaced after debate: ‘I Will Never Turn My Back’ 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  California Gov. Gavin Newsom responded to concerns surrounding President Joe Biden’s debate performance on Thursday night, saying he “would never turn my back” on the president. …

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Jury orders NFL to pay $4.7 billion in Sunday Ticket antitrust lawsuit 

By Katabella Roberts Contributing Writer  A Los Angeles federal jury has ordered the National Football League to pay nearly $4.8 billion in damages over antitrust violations relating to its “Sunday Ticket”…

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Read more about the article Trump says Biden ‘will be the nominee’ amid Democrats’ concerns over debate performance 
Former President Donald J. Trump (left) and President Joe Biden during the presidential debate in Atlanta on June 27, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu. 

Trump says Biden ‘will be the nominee’ amid Democrats’ concerns over debate performance 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  Former President Donald Trump responded to rampant speculation that President Joe Biden will be replaced or step down after Thursday’s debate performance.  Speaking to Fox News…

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Read more about the article Calvin Fire in Val Verde stopped at 5 acres 
A brush fire, dubbed the Calvin Fire, was stopped at 5 acres in Val Verde late Saturday morning. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Calvin Fire in Val Verde stopped at 5 acres 

A brush fire that broke out in Val Verde on Saturday morning was stopped at 5 acres, according to officials with the Los Angeles County Fire Department.   Fire personnel responded…

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CDC: New COVID-19 variant has potential to infect some people more easily 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said last week that a new COVID-19 variant spreading across the United States shows a higher potential to…

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Read more about the article ‘The Lincolns of Springfield’ playing at the Colony Theater 
Premier Theatrical Productions announced a limited engagement of the critically acclaimed musical, “The Lincolns of Springfield,” from July 4 to July 14 at the Colony Theater in the Burbank Town Center. Courtesy photo.

‘The Lincolns of Springfield’ playing at the Colony Theater 

News release  Premier Theatrical Productions announced a limited engagement of the critically acclaimed musical, “The Lincolns of Springfield,” from July 4 to July 14 at the Colony Theater in the…

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