Read more about the article ICE arrests over 350 members of more than 40 gangs in Houston 
Photos of illegal immigrant gang members arrested in Houston, Texas. Images courtesy of Immigration and Customs Enforcement

ICE arrests over 350 members of more than 40 gangs in Houston 

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer  Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested 356 illegal immigrants from over 40 different gangs in Texas’ Houston area during the first six months under the Trump…

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Read more about the article Trump places DC police under federal control, orders Guard to Washington 
President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington on Aug. 11, 2025. Photo by Madalina Kilroy

Trump places DC police under federal control, orders Guard to Washington 

By Jackson Richman Contributing Writer  WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he will activate hundreds of National Guard troops to be in the nation’s capital to deal with…

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Read more about the article Judge rejects government bid to unseal Epstein material 
Caption info: This photo provided by the New York State Sex Offender Registry shows Jeffrey Epstein on March 28, 2017. 

Judge rejects government bid to unseal Epstein material 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  A federal judge on Monday denied the Trump administration’s request to make material related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein public.  Grand jury material is…

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Read more about the article Canyon Fire: 94% containment, SCV fire lines contained 
The burnt brush from the Canyon Fire near the county line along Hasley Canyon in Castaic on Aug. 8, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Canyon Fire: 94% containment, SCV fire lines contained 

The Canyon Fire has been 94% contained as of Monday evening, according to CalFire and the Watch Duty app.  “We continue to operate and validate our containment lines using aerial…

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Read more about the article Canyon Fire burns 2 homes, holds at 62% containment, 5,370 acres 
The "Canyon Fire" has scorched about 5,370 acres, with only 62% containment. Habeba Mostafa/The Signal

Canyon Fire burns 2 homes, holds at 62% containment, 5,370 acres 

The Canyon Fire has burned two homes and is 62% contained and holding at 5,370 acres as of Sunday morning, according to officials with the Ventura County Fire Department.  In…

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Read more about the article Car crashes into trees, wall   
One person in a single vehicle traffic collision crashes into the wall and trees on Camino Del Arte Drive and west Copper Hill Drive, Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Car crashes into trees, wall   

A car hit a tree and a wall in a single-vehicle traffic collision on the 24600 block of west Copper Hill Drive and Camino Del Arte on Sunday morning, according…

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Read more about the article Stroll Through Santa Clarita History at Hart Park 
The Saugus Train Station witnessed significant historical events, most famously the 1929 Saugus Train Robbery. PHOTO BY Katherine Quezada / The Signal

Stroll Through Santa Clarita History at Hart Park 

By Alicia Doyle  Sunday Signal Writer  Santa Clarita boasts a rich tapestry of historical landmarks that reflect its vibrant past.  The Santa Clarita History Center, home to the Edison house,…

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Read more about the article Protect Skin from the Sun: 3 simple tips for summer skin care
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Protect Skin from the Sun: 3 simple tips for summer skin care

Taking good care of your skin all year long is essential, but even more so in the summer when the power of the sun is at its strongest. Healthy skin…

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Read more about the article August Road Trip: Seeking California’s ‘Coolest Spots’ 
The Californian poppies in Point Lobos State park are beautiful with the ocean as the background. ©ADOBESTOCK

August Road Trip: Seeking California’s ‘Coolest Spots’ 

It’s August, the beginning of the Santa Clarita Valley’s historically hottest time of the year. The summer months of June, July and August have the highest recorded temperatures annually according…

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Read more about the article David Hegg | A Travel Conclusion: You Can’t Hurry Experience
David Hegg is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church and a Santa Clarita resident. "Ethically Speaking" runs Saturdays in The Signal.

David Hegg | A Travel Conclusion: You Can’t Hurry Experience

By David Hegg As I am writing this, I am sitting in a very old and magnificent estate in England called Matfen Hall. So far, we’ve traveled to Boston, Norway,…

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Read more about the article Playing it by ear, living it by heart 
Celine Chen plays piano at the University of South Florida in Tampa, July 2024. Photo courtesy of Christy Sallee

Playing it by ear, living it by heart 

She said it’s never been something that drains energy from her, but something that gives her energy when she does it.  Valencia 21-year-old Celine Chen tried many things in life…

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Read more about the article Photos: ‘Celebrate’ series Italy
People of all ages dance during the Celebrate culture series on Aug. 8, 2025, an event hosted by the city of Santa Clarita at the Canyon Country Community Center in Canyon Country, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Photos: ‘Celebrate’ series Italy

The city of Santa Clarita's "Celebrate" culture series highlighted the country of Italy during Friday's celebration. People of all ages activated their creativity with arts and crafts, particpated in social…

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Read more about the article Photos: Valencia Town Center’s ‘Back-to-School Bash’
Olive, 6, Banner, 4, and Polly Quesada enjoy balloon animals during the Valencia Town Center "Back-to-School Bash" on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Photos: Valencia Town Center’s ‘Back-to-School Bash’

As residents are preparing for the new school year, families attended Valencia Town Center's "Back-to-School Bash" on Saturday. Children stocked up their new bags with school supplies, enjoyed various snacks,…

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Read more about the article Canyon Fire: Containment stays at 28% 
The burnt brush from the Canyon Fire near the county line along Hasley Canyon in Castaic on Aug. 8, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Canyon Fire: Containment stays at 28% 

The Canyon Fire has stayed at 28% containment and 5,370 acres as of 9:49 a.m. Saturday, according to a release by the L.A. County Fire Department.  All evacuation orders have…

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Faces of the SCV: Caricature artist goes from Chipotle to ‘South Park’ 

Jason Gabriel If you’ve been to the Senses Block Party, the Cowboy Festival or other Santa Clarita city events, you’ve probably seen Jason Gabriel drawing caricatures of guests.  The California…

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