Yearly Archives: 2025
Read more about the article Wiley Canyon residents file appeal on housing plan 
After several meetings filled with neighboring residents’ complaints about density and traffic, developer Tom Clark is presenting a fifth alternative with fewer homes for the former Smiser Mule Ranch, west of Wiley Canyon Road, between Calgrove Boulevard and Hawkbryn Avenue.

Wiley Canyon residents file appeal on housing plan 

The city of Santa Clarita’s Planning Division confirmed Wednesday an appeal has been filed regarding the Planning Commission’s Sept. 16 approval of the Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project, which now sends…

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Read more about the article Deputies keep residents grounded during National Coffee with a Cop Day 
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station Public Information Officer Mariela Picard speaks to residents during Coffee with a Cop at Starbucks on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Deputies keep residents grounded during National Coffee with a Cop Day 

Talk about brewing conversations.   National Coffee with a Cop Day, which occurs annually on the first Wednesday in October, is a day “dedicated to encourage communication and positive interactions between…

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Read more about the article Monthlong closure planned for construction on SB I-5 Lyons/Pico Canyon on-ramp 
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority provided this map of the planned detour route during the closure of the southbound Interstate 5 on-ramp at Lyons Avenue/Pico Canyon Road.

Monthlong closure planned for construction on SB I-5 Lyons/Pico Canyon on-ramp 

News release  As part of the Interstate 5 North L.A. County Enhancements Project to improve safety and mobility, crews will complete roadway excavation, paving, electrical upgrades and guardrail installation on…

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Read more about the article Deputies: Suspect at large after stealing box truck, victim’s phone helps locate vehicle 
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on Golden Valley Road.

Deputies: Suspect at large after stealing box truck, victim’s phone helps locate vehicle 

A person is at large after stealing a 2024 white box truck with the doors unlocked and keys in the ignition on the 24000 block of Walnut Street on Wednesday…

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Read more about the article Government shutdowns: past lessons and impacts 
The U.S. Capitol building in Washington on Sept. 29, 2025. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.

Government shutdowns: past lessons and impacts 

By Stacy Robinson Contributing Writer  The government shut down on Wednesday, with Republicans and Democrats failing to reach a deal on a short-term spending plan.  The White House and Republicans were…

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Read more about the article Senate rejects funding plan to reopen government 
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.), joined by other Senate Republicans, speaks to reporters as the government is on the verge of shutdown amid a partisan standoff, on Capitol Hill in Washington on Sept. 30, 2025. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.

Senate rejects funding plan to reopen government 

By Jackson Richman Contributing Writer  WASHINGTON — Hours into a government shutdown, the Senate again blocked a pair of rival stopgap bills to fund the government, amid a partisan standoff that…

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Read more about the article City seeks volunteers for Make a Difference Day 
Volunteers grab complimentary McDonald’s coffee Saturday morning, Oct. 26, 2024, in the Santa Clarita City Hall parking lot during the 2024 Make a Difference Day. Trisha Anas/The Signal

City seeks volunteers for Make a Difference Day 

News release  On Saturday, Oct. 25, the city of Santa Clarita invites residents to roll up their sleeves and join their neighbors for Make a Difference Day – an annual…

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Read more about the article Finally Family Homes to host 3rd annual poker tournament 
Numerous particpants were ready to play poker for a cause, at the Finally Family Homes second annual Poker Tournament, aimed to support the organization’s programs, at Egg Plantation on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Finally Family Homes to host 3rd annual poker tournament 

News release  The community is invited to go “all in” at Finally Family Homes’ third annual poker tournament, scheduled 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Oasis Resource Center in Newhall. …

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Read more about the article ‘Commitment to Freedom’ to celebrate 250 years of armed forces on Saturday 

‘Commitment to Freedom’ to celebrate 250 years of armed forces on Saturday 

As the nation prepares to celebrate next year on the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, veterans from the United States Army, Navy and Marines will…

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Read more about the article SCV native Hunter Greene makes postseason debut vs. Dodgers 
A file photo that includes Cincinnati Reds pitcher and former Stevenson Ranch native Hunter Greene, center, greets the kids who came out to his spike and cleat giveaway at Hart Baseball and Softball Complex in Valencia, Calif., on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023. Chris Torres/The Signal

SCV native Hunter Greene makes postseason debut vs. Dodgers 

Stevenson Ranch native Hunter Greene made his postseason debut on Tuesday for the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium facing off against the boys in blue.   In the end, Greene pitched…

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Read more about the article CHP: Traffic stop enacts pursuit, driver crashes stolen vehicle on I-5 
Traffic delays after a pursuit results in a traffic collision on Interstate 5 southbound Calgrove Boulevard in Newhall, Calif., Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

CHP: Traffic stop enacts pursuit, driver crashes stolen vehicle on I-5 

A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of five outstanding warrants and arrested on suspicion of driving a stolen Oklahoma vehicle and engaging in a felony pursuit beginning at Interstate…

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Read more about the article SCV Football Preview: Key matchups highlight Week 6  
Golden Valley quarterback Jayce Johnson (7) spots running back Aaron McCormick (26) open during Friday’s game against South Pasadena on Sept. 12, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

SCV Football Preview: Key matchups highlight Week 6  

Following another exciting week of Foothill League football, this round’s slate of matchups will be crucial for many Santa Clarita Valley teams that are in need of a win.  Following…

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