Read more about the article Forecast projects heat wave, possible rain 
The city of Santa Clarita has designated its public library branches, including the Valencia Library (above) as cooling centers to offer residents a place to cool off during the heat wave expected today through Sunday. Photo courtesy of the city of Santa Clarita.

Forecast projects heat wave, possible rain 

Whether a fan of fairly intense heat or light rain, the Santa Clarita Valley’s five-day weather forecast has something for everyone.  On Friday and Saturday, the SCV is expecting temperature…

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Read more about the article New venues part of city’s arts master plan discussion 
The MAIN, an intimate 81 seat theater in Old Town Newhall, offers comedy, music, theater and more. Photo City of Santa Clarita.

New venues part of city’s arts master plan discussion 

There are two possible arts venues on the horizon for the city of Santa Clarita, but neither involve a large traditional performing arts space, according to a local arts and…

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Read more about the article Commercial fire reported on Smyth Drive 
L.A. County Fire Department personnel respond to reports of a commercial fire in Valencia on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Tyler Wainfeld/The Signal.

Commercial fire reported on Smyth Drive 

A commercial building fire was reported on the 27000 block of Smyth Drive on Thursday afternoon, according to Howard Tieu, spokesperson for the Los Angeles County Fire Department.  Firefighters were…

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Read more about the article Saugus asset committee approves recommendation report draft 
Main entrance of Santa Clarita Elementary School on Seco Canyon Road. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal

Saugus asset committee approves recommendation report draft 

The Saugus Union School District asset management advisory committee held its final meeting on Wednesday and approved the recommendation report draft for the site of Santa Clarita Elementary School.  During…

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Read more about the article SUSD behavior council reports positive feedback from training  
File photo of the Saugus Union School District.

SUSD behavior council reports positive feedback from training  

Three representatives from the Saugus Union School District’s behavior council updated the governing board Tuesday on the training the members received during the council’s most recent meeting on April 15. …

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Read more about the article Hart softball sneaks into playoffs with win over Canyon 
Hart celebrates winning against Canyon during Tuesday's game at Canyon High School on May 6, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Hart softball sneaks into playoffs with win over Canyon 

The stakes couldn’t have been higher, and the game itself lived up to the billing.  In a de facto playoff softball game to make the CIF Southern Section playoffs, the…

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Read more about the article Wildcats maul Lions to reach boys’ lacrosse semifinals 
West Ranch midfielder Graden Choe (11) scores a goal during the second quarter of the CIF Southern Section Division 3 quarterfinals against Linfield Christian at Valencia High School on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Wildcats maul Lions to reach boys’ lacrosse semifinals 

There just seems to be no stopping the West Ranch boys’ lacrosse team as the Wildcats make their CIF Southern Section championship push.  Led by the trio of freshman Michael…

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Read more about the article Brush fire stopped in wash near Bridgeport Elementary 
L.A. County Fire Department personnel responds Thursday afternoon to reports of a brush fire near Bridgeport Elementary School. Maya Morales/The Signal.

Brush fire stopped in wash near Bridgeport Elementary 

A half-acre brush fire was quickly stopped on Thursday afternoon near Bridgeport Elementary School.  Firefighters were dispatched to the 24000 block of Bridgeport Lane at approximately 1:54 p.m. on Thursday…

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Read more about the article Trump: ‘Full and comprehensive’ trade agreement made with UK 
U.S. President Donald Trump holds a bilateral meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on Feb. 27, 2025. Pool photo by Carl Court/AFP via Getty Images

Trump: ‘Full and comprehensive’ trade agreement made with UK 

By Chris Summers Contributing Writer  President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he had reached a trade agreement with Britain and that it would be a “great deal for both countries.” …

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Read more about the article Robert Francis Prevost elected as first American pope 
St. Peter's Basilica. Adobe Stock photo.

Robert Francis Prevost elected as first American pope 

By T.J. Muscaro Contributing Writer   A new pope has been elected and he is American.  The College of Cardinals chose Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on Thursday evening in the third overall vote…

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Read more about the article ‘Angel Art’ exhibit opens at The Main 
The city of Santa Clarita's latest art exhibition, “Angel Art,” by Krishna Thangavelu, is on view at The Main through Monday, July 21, 2025. Courtesy image.

‘Angel Art’ exhibit opens at The Main 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita's latest art exhibition, “Angel Art,” by Krishna Thangavelu, is on view at The Main (24266 Main St.) now through Monday, July 21, with…

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Read more about the article Super Jazz at the Ranch set for May 17 
Members of the Golden Valley High School Jazz Ensemble performed in West Ranch's theater under the direction of Angel Nazario during Super Jazz at the Ranch on Saturday, May 18. 2024. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Super Jazz at the Ranch set for May 17 

News release   Super Jazz at the Ranch, a daylong jazz festival hosted by West Ranch High School, is happening Saturday, May 17, when music will fill the air as performers…

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Read more about the article Valencia wins doubles, Hart’s Liescheidt takes singles at Foothill League tennis finals 
Hart singles player Nixon Liescheidt returns the ball during the Foothill League boys' tennis finals at The Paseo Club in Valencia on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Valencia wins doubles, Hart’s Liescheidt takes singles at Foothill League tennis finals 

After defeating every Foothill League team during the regular season, the Valencia Vikings boys’ tennis team took three of the four finalist spots in the league finals held last week…

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