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Students made their way back to College of the Canyons on Monday, Aug. 25, for the start of the fall 2025 semester. Courtesy photo.

Cougars return to campus  

Students made their way back to College of the Canyons on Monday for the start of the fall 2025 semester. The semester features more than 1,880 sections of core classes…

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Garrett Gendron on Lifeguarding, Risk Management, and Thinking Fast When It Counts 

Byline: Wyles Daniel Lifeguarding and professional risk management may operate in different environments, but they share a fundamental skill: the ability to think clearly and act decisively under pressure. Both professions…

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Read more about the article Saga and Valencia girls’ golf begin year with victory against Oaks Christian  
Valencia's Eliana Saga tees off during the third Foothill League match at The Oaks Club at Valencia on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Saga and Valencia girls’ golf begin year with victory against Oaks Christian  

Eliana Saga and Kara An are only juniors with the Valencia girls' golf program, but both players are already set up for success past high school as the two are…

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Read more about the article Report: Teens ride skateboard on roof of Peachland Elementary  
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Report: Teens ride skateboard on roof of Peachland Elementary  

Four juveniles were reported to be riding their skateboards on the rooftop of Peachland Elementary School in Newhall on Monday evening, according to a Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station official.  …

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Venezuela releases political prisoners, US ramps up pressure with naval armada 

By Bill Pan Contributing Writer  Venezuela released a group of 13 political prisoners on Sunday, as the Trump administration stepped up pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s regime.  The move came…

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Read more about the article Ukraine wants $1B per month from allies for US weapons purchases, Zelenskyy says 
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (R) and U.S. President Donald Trump talk as they attend the funeral of Pope Francis in Vatican on April 26, 2025. Ukrainian Presidential Press Office.

Ukraine wants $1B per month from allies for US weapons purchases, Zelenskyy says 

By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday that his country is seeking $1 billion per month from allies to purchase American-made weapons to counter Russia’s invasion. …

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Read more about the article California Republicans file 2nd lawsuit against redistricting push 
Republican Assemblyman Carl DeMaio addresses the media during a press conference at the state Capitol in Sacramento on the current national redistricting battle between Democrats and Republicans on Aug. 18, 2025. Photo by Miguel Gutierrez Jr., CalMatters

California Republicans file 2nd lawsuit against redistricting push 

By Joseph Lord Contributing Writer  California Republicans on Monday filed a second legal challenge against California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s congressional redistricting plan, scheduled to go before voters as Proposition 50 in…

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Read more about the article Attendees learn about internet trafficking crimes during ZOE forum 
David Cox, USA Director for ZOE International, speaks to the crowd during the ZOE International Human Trafficking Forum at Elevate Church on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Attendees learn about internet trafficking crimes during ZOE forum 

Residents attended ZOE International’s Human Trafficking Forum last week at Elevate Church, where frontline experts discussed the ways predators target kids online through social media, artificial intelligence, games and applications.  …

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The Economic Impact of Legal Sports Betting on Arizona Communities: Boosting Local Growth and Prosperity

As Arizona embraces the legalization of sports betting, communities across the state are witnessing a significant shift in their economic landscape. This new industry not only promises to enhance local…

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Read more about the article Easement, garden, hazard plans on the agenda 
City staff is recommending a winning bid of just under $200,000 for a meditation garden project at Duane R. Harte Park, in order to create “a tranquil, reflective outdoor space that promotes relaxation and mindfulness for park visitors.” Courtesy

Easement, garden, hazard plans on the agenda 

The city of Santa Clarita is looking to approve a trail easement, a meditation garden and an updated emergency plan on the City Council’s agenda for Tuesday.   A trail easement…

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