Read more about the article At least one transported by helicopter following traffic collision 
FILE PHOTO A Los Angeles County Fire Department truck moves quickly to scene. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

At least one transported by helicopter following traffic collision 

At least one person was transported by helicopter following a traffic collision on Golden Valley Road and Valley Center Drive on Friday afternoon, according to Capt. David Dantic, spokesperson for…

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Read more about the article Trump signs ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ during July 4 celebration 
People wait at the Iowa State Fairgrounds ahead of President Donald Trump’s remarks marking the beginning of a year of festivities before the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, in Des Moines, Iowa, on July 3, 2025. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.

Trump signs ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ during July 4 celebration 

By Emel Akan Contributing Writer  WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed the “Big, Beautiful Bill” into law on July 4, celebrating both a major legislative victory and America’s Independence Day at…

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Read more about the article Trump tees up nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations in Iowa speech 
President Donald Trump speaks at the Iowa State Fairgrounds during the kick off of a yearlong buildup to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, in Des Moines, Iowa, on July 3, 2025. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.

Trump tees up nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations in Iowa speech 

By Travis Gillmore Contributing Writer  DES MOINES, Iowa — President Donald Trump praised the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in a speech at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, marking…

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Read more about the article No arrests in Valencia armed robbery  
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No arrests in Valencia armed robbery  

No arrests have been made in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Friday morning in Valencia, according to an official with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station.   Deputies…

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Read more about the article Ordinary weather predicted for a spectacular weekend 
Residents cool off at the Santa Clarita Aquatics Center on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Ordinary weather predicted for a spectacular weekend 

As Fourth of July festivities begin on Friday, Santa Clarita residents can expect normal summer temperatures to the start of their spectacular, star-studded weekend.   According to Ryan Kittell, meteorologist with…

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Read more about the article 100 and Fabulous: Valencia woman celebrates 100th birthday  
Florence Holmes celebrating her 100th birthday at the Elks Lodge No. 2379 with cake and cupcakes on July 1, 2025 in Santa Clarita, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

100 and Fabulous: Valencia woman celebrates 100th birthday  

Florence Holmes doesn't let her age stop her from looking good every day.   Born on July 30, 1925, the almost-100-year-old made sure to apply a fresh layer of lipstick before…

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Read more about the article Ouster, city shuttle, animal care on council agenda 
Denise Lite, Weste’s appointee, seemed to take it personally, using public comment later at that very meeting to accuse Weste of a “stunning display of political retribution.” Lite denied ever dodging any communications from Weste and indicated she would have more to say on Tuesday as well. Perry Smith/The Signal

Ouster, city shuttle, animal care on council agenda 

The city of Santa Clarita announced the agenda for its final City Council meeting before the council takes a summer break, with a hearing scheduled to discuss the removal of…

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Read more about the article Caltrans mum on months-old public records request 
On the southbound side, Caltrans is proposing to add a lane on (Highway 14) from “Newhall Avenue Undercrossing (PM 27.0)” to the “Via Princessa Undercrossing (PM 30.772),” which would be nearly 4 miles; and from Sand Canyon Road (PM 33.423) to Agua Dulce Canyon Road (PM 40.034), which would be a little over 6.5 miles. The north side, from the “Newhall Avenue Undercrossing” to Golden Valley Road, would receive a lane, a distance of about 2.675 miles, according to the preliminary plans.

Caltrans mum on months-old public records request 

The California Department of Transportation on Monday indicated it would still need more time to process a Public Records Act request made by The Signal in October, and refused to…

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Read more about the article CHP: Woman arrested after brief pursuit; passenger escapes 
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CHP: Woman arrested after brief pursuit; passenger escapes 

A 31-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of several charges, including a weapons violation and evading arrest, after leading California Highway Patrol officers on a brief pursuit, from which her…

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Read more about the article City to host meeting on battery-storage concerns  
The Canyon Country Energy Storage Project is in the stages of development, residing behind Mom Can Cook Thai Kitchen and other facilities off of Sierra Highway and Soledad Canyon. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

City to host meeting on battery-storage concerns  

After months of requests from residents during public comment, the city of Santa Clarita is holding a public outreach meeting next week to address questions residents might have about the…

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Read more about the article City Cinemas kicks off with ‘The Wild Robot’ at Bridgeport Park 
Silvia Covarrubias (L), Arianna Covarrubias (M) and Solay Borja (R) watch "The Wild Robot" at the first City Cinemas event of the summer at Bridgeport Park in Valencia, Friday, June 27, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

City Cinemas kicks off with ‘The Wild Robot’ at Bridgeport Park 

The city of Santa Clarita’s City Cinemas is back once again and kicked off the summer festivities with a showing of “The Wild Robot” at Bridgeport Park on Friday evening.  …

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Read more about the article Sheriff’s response times improve on emergencies  
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies investigate a vehicle that resembles a police car left on Oakmoor Street, March 30, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Sheriff’s response times improve on emergencies  

LASD: SCV station emergency response improves 10%; non-emergency calls taking 21% longer  Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials released response times showing deputies reported a 10% improvement in their response…

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Read more about the article West Ranch graduate makes USA Volleyball U19 National Team
File photo: West Ranch High School’s Noah Douphner (21) hits the ball over the net against Canyon High’s James Courtemarsh (14) and Blake Hastings (22) during a game at West Ranch High School, March 6, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/The Signal

West Ranch graduate makes USA Volleyball U19 National Team

West Ranch High School graduate Noah Douphner of Stevenson Ranch is one of 12 players from around the country who made the USA Volleyball Boys U19 National Team.   According to…

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Local school districts to proceed normally, remain cautious, after federal funds withheld 

Officials from local school districts say they are proceeding normally this school year but will be cautious about the 2026-27 school year budget after the U.S. Department of Education said…

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