Chamber applauds signing of film tax credit bill
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce is applauding the signing of Assembly Bill 1138, landmark legislation that will expand California’s Film and Television Tax Credit from $330…
A two vehicle collision shears a fire hydrant near the intersection of Decoro Drive and McBean Parkway in Valencia on July 23, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
2-car crash shears fire hydrant
A two-car crash sheared a fire hydrant on Wednesday in Valencia, according to a Los Angeles County Fire Department official. First responders were dispatched to the intersection of Decoro Drive…
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State AG seeks receivership for LA County juvenile halls
By Signal Staff California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Wednesday that he is asking the Los Angeles County Superior Court to place Los Angeles County’s juvenile halls into a receivership…
Former President Barack Obama speaks during the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago on Aug. 20, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu
Obama responds to newly declassified intelligence documents
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer Former President Barack Obama is maintaining that Russia attempted to interfere with the 2016 presidential election, after intelligence officials declassified documents that shed light on actions…
Bryan Kohberger, charged in the murders of four University of Idaho students, appears at the Ada County Courthouse in Boise, Idaho, on July 2, 2025. Pool photo by Kyle Green via AP Photo.
Judge sentences Kohberger to life in prison for Idaho quadruple murder
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer Bryan Kohberger, the man who murdered four University of Idaho students in late 2022, was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday, coming weeks after he reached…
Fostering Youth Independence has held two summer “Healthy Meals” cooking classes for local foster youth. Courtesy photo.
FYI holds summer ‘Healthy Meals’ cooking classes for local foster youth
News release Fostering Youth Independence has held two summer “Healthy Meals” cooking classes for local foster youth, the first program of its kind in Santa Clarita, according to a news…
Frankie Hemker (left) and Victoria Alverenga are two of the top 10 in the 4-H Llama Project in the country. Courtesy photo.
Canyon Coyotes 4-H celebrate big finish and fresh faces
By Brayden Hauptman Guest Contributor At the beginning of June, the Canyon Coyotes 4-H had their last general meeting of the 2024-25 year. One of the highlights of the meeting was a…
Saugus High School’s 2025-26 Future Business Leaders of America chapter officers: Jersey Baker, Jorja Payne, Emman Saleem, Rajeev Hatlani, Hadley McGuire, Aiden Lee, Vishwaraj Nayani, Vanshika Nayani, Lilia Hakobyan, Arin Park, Jared Diaz, Anvi Pola, Aaryan Patel and Sarah Angelica Quinto. Courtesy photo.
Hart district students excel at FBLA National Conference
News release Students from Saugus High School and West Ranch High School represented the William S. Hart Union High School District at the recent Future Business Leaders of America National…
A child uses the compression strap to climb up the pool, illustrating the hazard involved. Photo: Consumer Product Safety Commission
5 million above-ground pools recalled over child drownings
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer Bestway, Intex and Polygroup-branded 48-inch and taller above-ground pools with external compression straps are being recalled, according to a Monday notice from the U.S. Consumer Product…
Mark E. Hartzell (left), president of the Kiwanis Club of Santa Clarita and Tram Pham, service award recipient. Courtesy photo.
Kiwanis honors local students with service awards
News release Recently the Kiwanis Club of Santa Clarita presented service awards to two outstanding high school students in the community: Tram Pham, a senior at the Academy of the…
The College of the Canyons Foundation welcomed its newly installed board of directors at a reception held on campus recently. Photo courtesy of Mari Kneisel.
COC Foundation welcomes newly installed board members
News release The College of the Canyons Foundation welcomed its newly installed board of directors at a reception held on campus recently, marking an evening of renewed purpose, said a…
The fire was initially reported at 9:42 a.m. inside the office at the intersection of Avenue Hopkins and Avenue Tibbitts, and firefighters were on the scene seven minutes later, according to Fire Department officials. Perry Smith/The Signal
No injuries or significant damage in Valencia electrical fire
L.A. County Fire Department officials said there were no injuries and no major damage to report after responding to a 911 call for an electrical fire in the Valencia Industrial…
A spot that was part of a half-acre fire was where a body was found Tuesday night, the area charred and taped off in the Santa Clara River wash in Canyon Country, July 23, 2025. Michael Picarella/The Signal
Body found after fire, no foul play suspected
An L.A. County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau official said a body found in the Santa Clara River wash Tuesday evening following a fire is not suspected to be a victim…
The Role of Same Day Loans in Improving Emergency Financial Access
In many households, a single unplanned cost can throw everything off balance. Whether it is a car repair or an urgent medical bill, these expenses do not wait for payday.…
7 Top Reasons Ukrainian Developers Align Well with Western Business Values
When it comes to professional collaboration, cultural fit is as important as technical ability. Many businesses are searching for development partners that are an extension of sorts of their in-house…
Top Tips for Choosing the Best eSIM for Your Thailand Adventure
Planning a trip to Thailand? You're in for an amazing experience filled with stunning temples, delicious street food, and breathtaking beaches. But before you pack your bags, there's one crucial…
Where to Find the Best Basketball Court
If you love playing basketball, the court you use really matters. A good court doesn’t just help you play better; it makes the whole game more fun. Whether you’re training…
How Local Family Law Services Protect Your Rights in Divorce or Custody Cases
Divorce and custody disputes can severely upend a person's life. No matter how hard you try, the tension and conflicts soon accumulate. It matters who you rely on when things…
Gary Horton | The Silence That Costs Us Everything
Back in 1958, economist John Kenneth Galbraith warned that America’s greatest danger wasn’t poverty — it was abundance. Fueled by mass production and powerful marketing, we were on track to…
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Mildred (Millie) Hubert | Is Impeachment an Option?
In July 1993 I bought one of the last condos available at the Vista Condos located on Dockweiler off of Sierra Highway. At the time I was told that Dockweiler…