Read more about the article Hartwell expansion prompts recusals, fireworks 
Jason Tolleson, of the Serrano Development Group, discusses his project with the Santa Clarita City Council on Tuesday. Perry Smith/The Signal

Hartwell expansion prompts recusals, fireworks 

The Santa Clarita City Council approved an expansion of The Hartwell by the narrowest of margins Tuesday, after conflicts of interests prompted a pair of council member recusals and fireworks…

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Read more about the article Deputies recover catalytic converters, tools after arrests 
FILE PHOTO: Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station investigators are examining a rise in catalytic converter thefts in the area, officials said. July 19, 2018 . Austin Dave/The Signal

Deputies recover catalytic converters, tools after arrests 

A Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station official on Tuesday credited proactive policing with the seizure of stolen catalytic converters and theft tools, and two suspects in custody.  Shirley Miller, spokeswoman…

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Read more about the article One taken into custody following pursuit 
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on Golden Valley Road.

One taken into custody following pursuit 

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies engaged in a brief vehicle pursuit on surface streets of Valencia on Tuesday afternoon, before the suspect fled on foot and was then detained…

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Read more about the article Sulphur Springs board to consider updated policy on immigration 
Sulphur Springs Union School District administrative offices. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Sulphur Springs board to consider updated policy on immigration 

The Sulphur Springs Union School District board is scheduled Wednesday to consider a staff recommendation to approve a new board policy and administrative regulation intended to ensure the district is…

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Read more about the article Cougars return to campus  
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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