Read more about the article Supreme Court to hear Trump’s birthright citizenship case 
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Supreme Court to hear Trump’s birthright citizenship case 

By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer  The U.S. Supreme Court decided on Friday to review whether President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship is constitutional.  The court’s decision took the form of an…

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Read more about the article Social Security changes could be coming soon after House passes 3 bills 
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Social Security changes could be coming soon after House passes 3 bills 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer   The House of Representatives passed multiple bills targeting the Social Security Administration’s services for potential retirees, for victims of identity theft, and for children whose cards…

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Read more about the article Saugus boys’ basketball completes comeback over Canyon for league victory  
Saugus point guard Shane McKelvey (15) keeps possession of the ball against Canyon defense during the first quarter of Friday's game at Saugus High School on Dec. 5, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Saugus boys’ basketball completes comeback over Canyon for league victory  

Centurions complete back-to-back double-digit league wins; plus, scores from around the Foothill League The Centurions only held the lead twice in Friday’s night game against the Canyon Cowboys: Once in the opening minutes of the…

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Coast Guard seizes over 20,000 pounds of cocaine  

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer   More than 20,000 pounds of cocaine were seized by the crew of USCGC Cutter Munro, the “largest at-sea interdiction in 18-plus years,” the U.S. Coast Guard said in a Friday post on…

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Read more about the article Saugus girls’ basketball picks up sixth win of the season over Canyon  
Saugus shooting guard Samantha Cortez (3) passes the ball during the first quarter of Friday's game against Canyon at Saugus High School on Dec. 5, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Saugus girls’ basketball picks up sixth win of the season over Canyon  

Centurion EvaMaria Rios leads Saugus to victory with 23-point performance; plus, scores from around the Foothill League The Centurions completed their sixth victory of the season and back-to-back Foothill League wins on Friday with a 57-44 triumph over the…

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Read more about the article River of Lights takes on a seasonal look 
The city of Santa Clarita invites residents to enjoy a brand-new holiday light show now illuminating the River of Lights at Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road. Courtesy photo.

River of Lights takes on a seasonal look 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita invites residents to enjoy a brand-new holiday light show now illuminating the River of Lights at Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road.   Running nightly from dusk to 10 p.m. through…

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Read more about the article Photos: Holiday Craft Fair at Placerita Canyon Nature Center
Wreaths get a finishing touch at the Holiday Craft Fair at the Placerita Canyon Nature Center in Newhall, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Photos: Holiday Craft Fair at Placerita Canyon Nature Center

The Placerita Canyon Nature Center held its Holiday Craft Fair with guests getting an opportunity to decorate wreaths, yule logs and more for the holidays on Saturday and Sunday.Photos by:…

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JCI Santa Clarita seeks volunteers for Santa’s Helpers Toy Drive 

News release JCI Santa Clarita is seeking volunteers to support its annual Santa’s Helpers program, a community tradition that brings holiday joy to children and families in need throughout the…

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Read more about the article Paramount launches $108.4B hostile bid to buy Warner Bros. 
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Paramount launches $108.4B hostile bid to buy Warner Bros. 

By Andrew Moran Contributing Writer  In a last-ditch effort to acquire the Warner Bros. entertainment empire, Paramount Skydance has launched a hostile bid to purchase the company’s legacy assets.  Last week, streaming juggernaut Netflix outlasted competitors in a…

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Dixon Health Center expands partnership with Bridge to Home 

News release  The nonprofit Samuel Dixon Family Health Center Inc. is expanding its partnership with Bridge to Home, providing enhanced health care services to residents and clients, the Dixon Health Center announced in a news release.  Founded…

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Study: Smartphone ownership by children linked to health risks 

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer  Owning a smartphone in childhood poses a significantly higher risk of insufficient sleep, obesity, and depression among children, according to a Dec. 1 peer-reviewed study published in the journal “Pediatrics” from the American Academy of Pediatrics.  Researchers analyzed data from 10,588 children, collected from a National Institutes of Health study. The participants had a mean age of 12 years, and 63.6% owned a smartphone. The median…

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Key Tips to Maintain DTF Printers for Consistent Output and Long-Term Reliability

Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing is experiencing a growing trend in popularity due to its numerous applications and exceptional output quality. However, like any technology, it needs to be handled properly to…

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Read more about the article City festival promotes community literacy 
Kids and families enjoy the circus theme of the Family Literacy Festival outside the Old Town Newhall Library on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. Susan Monaghan/The Signal

City festival promotes community literacy 

Promoting children’s literacy is a goal that the Santa Clarita Public Library’s annual Family Literacy Festival has brought to the Santa Clarita Valley with flair for the past 18 years.  This year’s circus-themed literacy festival featured booths and entertainers encouraging kids…

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Read more about the article Hiking Santa Clarita in Search of Fall Colors 
Placerita Canyon State Park doesn’t offer a New England fall color explosion, however you should still be able to enjoy some colors sprinkled among the evergreens. PHOTO COURTESY PLACERITA CANYON STATE PARK

Hiking Santa Clarita in Search of Fall Colors 

By Alicia Doyle  Sunday Signal Writer  While Santa Clarita is not widely known for dramatic fall changes, Placerita Canyon and other spots around town showcase noticeable cottonwoods and other deciduous…

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Read more about the article Add Joy to the Holiday Season with Homemade Gifts 
Mulled wine is a favorite during the holidays. You may want to add a special holiday mug for the recipient to enjoy the treat in. ©ADOBESTOCK

Add Joy to the Holiday Season with Homemade Gifts 

The holiday season is here with the season-ending celebrations of Tuesday, Dec. 25 for Christmas and Hanukkah from Sunday, Dec. 14-Monday, Dec. 22.   Gifting doesn’t have to be a hugely…

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