Community News
Two new faces to join Castaic Area Town Council
The Castaic Area Town Council is expected to announce two new representatives to replace a pair who had stepped off in recent months. Town Council President Bob Lewis said the…
FILE PHOTO A Los Angeles County Fire Department truck moves quickly to scene. Katharine Lotze/The Signal
Firefighters respond to possible ammonia leak, no injuries
L.A. County firefighters responded to a call about a possible ammonia leak at a building on Avenue Stanford in the Valencia Industrial Center Thursday evening, but were unable to determine whether there was a leak. Fire Department spokesperson Pauline McGee…
When Quarterly Targets Meet Local Search: A CMO’s Toronto Playbook
For marketing leaders balancing pipeline commitments with long-term organic growth in Toronto. Quarterly goals don’t pause for search engines. Yet with the right operating model, local SEO can support near-term…
John Boston | Yes. There IS Life After the Cell Phone …
For the first time since the Pleistocene, I was without cellphone for a few days. It was both 19.6 on the Richter Hysterical Yuppie Sissy Scale, and, heaven. I was…
Letters to the Editor
Elizabeth Wong Ahlers | Sacramento Keeps Parents in Dark
Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo backed Assembly Bill 1955, a law allowing schools to hide critical information from parents. The U.S. Supreme Court has now blocked its enforcement. Parents should never be…
The Ultimate RV Travel Guide: Essential Gear for Self-Driving Adventures
RV travel is now a top way for people to see the world and stay comfortable, like they are at home. You can take a big road trip across the…
Dan Walters | A War of Words Over Carbon Rules
This week — as the conflict between the U.S. and Iran raged and gasoline prices soared due to disruption in the global oil trade — a political war erupted in…
Deputy District Attorney Jonathan Hatami, a Santa Clarita resident, speaks during a debate streamed live on YouTube by Los Angeles Magazine. Screenshot.
County OKs $1.5M settlement in Hatami’s suit against Gascón
The L.A. County Board of Supervisors has approved a $1.5 million settlement for another prosecutor who claimed retaliation in the DA’s Office under previous District Attorney George Gascón. Jon Hatami, a Valencia resident who oversees the…
“Oak Tree at Cheeseboro Park” by Keiji Ichikawa..
‘I’m Part of Nature’ on exhibit at Valencia Library
News release The city of Santa Clarita is presenting “I’m a Part of Nature,” a solo exhibition by Keiji Ichikawa, on display at the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch (23743 Valencia Blvd.) now through Wednesday, April 15. This exhibition invites viewers to reflect on humanity’s deep connection…
Man arrested on suspicion of felony narcotics charges
A man in 40s was arrested on suspicion of felony narcotics charges after deputies received reports of a man sleeping in his vehicle on the intersection of Bouquet Canyon Road and…
Steve Lively sings "Angel Eyes" at the Go Jazz Big Band "Classic/Remix" show at West Ranch High School on Sunday evening. Maya Morales/The Signal
Go Jazz Big Band show: ‘It Might as Well Be Spring’
News release Sometimes you don't need a holiday or a headline to celebrate. Sometimes, it might as well be spring. So says the Go Jazz Big Band, which is scheduled to perform a…
4-year-old girl transported after medical emergency at Leona Cox Elementary
First responders were called to the 18600 block of Oakmoor Street after a young girl was suffering a medical emergency at Leona Cox Elementary School on Thursday afternoon, according to officials with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. …
Bakersfield woman arrested on suspicion of three felonies, multiple warrants
A 39-year-old Bakersfield woman was arrested on suspicion of multiple felonies and warrants that span three different counties on Wednesday evening, according to an official with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. …
Jenny Ketchepaw (orange suit), a featured panelist, speaks to attendees at the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce's "InfluenceHER: Boardroom Ready" event at Kindred Spirits Wine Bar in Valencia, Calif., Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
Women learn how to get ‘Boardroom Ready’ at ‘InfluenceHER’ event
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “InfluenceHER” women’s leadership panel discussion and mixer at Kindred Spirits Wine Bar on Tuesday evening. The panel consisted of four women: Brittany Barlog, Jenny Ketchepaw,…
No transports after single-vehicle traffic collision in Valencia
A white Tesla overturned after hitting a light pole and fire hydrant on Citrus Street and Valencia Boulevard on Wednesday evening, according to officials with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. Shirley…
Castaic pitcher Andrew Bond (1) throws a pitch during Wednesday's game against Saugus at Saugus High School on March 11, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Castaic baseball beats Saugus in league opener
Plus, scores and photos from around the Foothill League In the Foothill League opener, the matchup between the Castaic Coyotes and Saugus Centurions had the feel of a playoff game…
Iran’s new leader issues 1st statement, says Hormuz closure should be leverage
By Evgenia Filimianova Contributing Writer Iran’s newly appointed leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said on Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz must remain closed for leverage and vowed retaliation for Iranians killed in the conflict,…
Art by Carol Roullard. Courtesy image.
SCAA to feature presentation by photographer/jewelry maker
News release The Santa Clarita Artists Association’s monthly meeting is scheduled to feature a presentation by photographer, artist and jewelry maker Carol Roullard. The SCAA meeting is scheduled 6-7:30 p.m. Monday in the community room at the…
Theater news
Olive Branch to present ‘We Will Rock You’
News release The smash-hit musical “We Will Rock You,” featuring the iconic music of Queen and book by Ben Elton, is coming to Santa Clarita, “promising a fun and campy, high-energy spectacle,” Olive…
Postwar film noir guided by actor-director Orson Welles comes to Buzz Classic Movies this week with a Saturday night showing of “The Stranger.”
Buzz Classic Movies this week: ‘The Stranger’
By Signal Staff Postwar film noir guided by actor-director Orson Welles comes to Buzz Classic Movies this week with a Saturday night showing of “The Stranger.” The 1946 film has earned a 97% “fresh” rating…