Read more about the article Barger proclaims local emergency for windstorm 
Workers took precautionary measures to trim trees during the high winds in Santa Clarita on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Barger proclaims local emergency for windstorm 

News release  As extremely strong winds continue to pose widespread risk of power outages, wildfires, and other hazards, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger has signed an…

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Read more about the article Thousands flee massive Palisades Fire fueled by strong winds 
This camera feed from L.A. County Fire Department Helibase 69 Bravo shows the Palisades Fire as it burns out of control on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. Photo: ALERTCalifornia.

Thousands flee massive Palisades Fire fueled by strong winds 

By Jill McLaughlin Contributing Writer   A fast-moving wildfire erupted in the coastal city of Pacific Palisades, about 20 miles west of Los Angeles, destroying homes as Santa Ana winds ripped through…

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Read more about the article County considers life after Chiquita 
The closure of the landfill also prompted residents to again protest outside a county board meeting, once again asking L.A. County 5th District Supervisor Kathryn Barger to declare a state of emergency over the crisis. Courtesy photo/Lindsay Turpin

County considers life after Chiquita 

Now that Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Castaic has been closed due to pollution problems, the L.A. County Board of Supervisors began dealing with how to mitigate the loss of a…

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Read more about the article Windstorms continue to pound LA County  
After the Santa Clarita Valley was buffeted by gusts that exceeded 60 mph Tuesday, many residents remained without power, as the winds were expected to remain strong through Thursday before losing speed Friday, according to the National Weather Service.

Windstorms continue to pound LA County  

After the Santa Clarita Valley was buffeted by gusts that exceeded 60 mph Tuesday, many residents remained without power, as the winds were expected to remain strong through Thursday before…

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Read more about the article Firefighters respond to Canyon Country house fire 
L.A. County Fire Department personnel were called to respond to reports of a structure fire in Canyon Country on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. Maya Morales/The Signal.

Firefighters respond to Canyon Country house fire 

Firefighters responded to a report of a two-story house that was on fire Tuesday afternoon near the intersection of Lost Canyon Road and Via Princessa in Canyon Country, according to…

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Read more about the article City to host annual MLK Unity Walk 
The city of Santa Clarita and the Santa Clarita City Council invite the community to come together for a Unity Walk in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Central Park on Jan. 20. Courtesy photo.

City to host annual MLK Unity Walk 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita and the Santa Clarita City Council invite the community to come together for a Unity Walk in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.…

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Read more about the article Company sued over fire risk of lithium batteries 
A recalled SKIL 40V 5Ah battery, model BY8708-00. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Company sued over fire risk of lithium batteries 

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer  Power tools manufacturer Chervon North America is facing a class-action lawsuit from a customer citing the safety risk posed by a battery he purchased, which was…

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Read more about the article Meta ends fact-checking program in US, introduces X-style community notes 
Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg arrives to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee in Washington on Jan. 31, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu.

Meta ends fact-checking program in US, introduces X-style community notes 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  Meta is ending its fact-checking program in the United States and replacing it with community notes, similar to the system used by Elon Musk-owned social media…

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Read more about the article Federal judge temporarily blocks release of special counsel’s classified documents report 
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Federal judge temporarily blocks release of special counsel’s classified documents report 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer   U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon on Tuesday blocked the release of a special counsel’s final report into President-elect Donald Trump, pending a decision by an appeals…

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Read more about the article McDonald’s says it will end some DEI practices amid ‘shifting legal landscape’ 
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McDonald’s says it will end some DEI practices amid ‘shifting legal landscape’ 

By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer  McDonald’s said on Monday that it would roll back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives due to the “shifting legal landscape” following a Supreme…

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Botulax 200 Review: Enhancing Facial Aesthetics Through Proper Muscle Activity 

With the rising popularity of beauty treatments, skincare manufacturers are continuously improving their methods to create safer and more effective solutions. Hugel Pharma Co., Ltd., a South Korean company, stands…

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Why Your Business Might Not Qualify for a GSA Contract and How to Address It 

Securing a General Services Administration (GSA) contract is a significant milestone for businesses aiming to enter the lucrative federal marketplace. As a gateway to selling products and services to federal…

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