Monthly Archives: April 2026
Read more about the article Photos: SCV Sheriff’s Station host prescription drug collection
Ralphs Pharmacy Manager Jessica Chang (right) speaks to a patron during the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station’s prescription drug collection with the help from Stephanie Montoya, head teen pharmacist, on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Photos: SCV Sheriff’s Station host prescription drug collection

The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station hosted  a prescription drug collection event as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday. Patrons could anonymously drop off expired…

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Read more about the article Wildcats’ softball complete road win over Valencia  
Wildcats’ Juliette Merrilees (10) pitching during the first inning in a game against the Vikings at Valencia High School on April. 28, 2026. Ryan Romero/The Signal

Wildcats’ softball complete road win over Valencia  

Following a loss to the Saugus Centurions in West Ranch’s last Foothill League softball contest, the Wildcats bounced back with an 11-2 road win over the Vikings at Valencia High School on Tuesday en route…

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Read more about the article Man detained after standing in lanes, striking cars with hands 
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Man detained after standing in lanes, striking cars with hands 

A man was detained after standing in lanes and striking vehicles with his hands in the area of Valencia Boulevard and The Old Road along Interstate 5 on Wednesday afternoon, according to California Highway…

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Read more about the article Valencia girls’ lacrosse wins first-ever playoff game in victory over Heritage 
Valencia’s Catherine Vu (55) looking for an open player during a game against the Patriots in the Division 3 CIF-SS playoffs at Valencia High School on April. 28, 2026. Ryan Romero/The Signal

Valencia girls’ lacrosse wins first-ever playoff game in victory over Heritage 

For the first time in school history, the Valencia girls’ lacrosse team has won in the playoffs following a 17-7 victory over the Heritage Patriots of Menifee in the first round of the…

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Yuri Milner’s Cathedral of Knowledge: What $340 Million in Science Prizes Has Actually Built 

At the twelfth Breakthrough Prize ceremony last weekend, Yuri Milner's prepared statement described this year's laureates as people "building a cathedral of knowledge on foundations laid down by the giants…

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Read more about the article 51 indicted over marijuana grow operations in Oklahoma 
Oklahoma drug enforcement agent Mike Garcia looks over rows of marijuana plants at an illegal grow facility in Ponca City, Okla, on Dec. 22, 2025. Photo by Allan Stein.

51 indicted over marijuana grow operations in Oklahoma 

By Michael Clements Contributing Writer  A Department of Homeland Security investigation has resulted in the indictment of 51 defendants — including 29 Chinese nationals — on 67 counts of conspiracy to manufacture black-market marijuana in Oklahoma for…

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Read more about the article Photos: COC’s Discovery Day
College of the Canyons hosts Discovery Day offering prospective and new students an opportunity to explore the school’s academic programs on Friday, April 24, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Photos: COC’s Discovery Day

College of the Canyons hosted its annual Discovery Day aimed at to offer future students a chance to explore the campus and its programs at the Valencia campus on Friday.…

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Read more about the article Comey charged with threatening to kill or harm president 
Former FBI Director James Comey arrives at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington on Dec. 17, 2018. Photo by Samira Bouaou.

Comey charged with threatening to kill or harm president 

By Jackson Richman and Joseph Lord Contributing Writers  The Department of Justice on Tuesday announced that former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on charges relating to threatening to kill or harm President Donald Trump. …

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Read more about the article Supreme Court restricts race-based redistricting in Louisiana case 
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Supreme Court restricts race-based redistricting in Louisiana case 

By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer  The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday limited the use of race-based redistricting in a legal challenge to Louisiana’s congressional map.  The nation’s highest court ruled 6-3…

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Read more about the article Registration opens for WiSH Upon a Car 
Tom Garagliano looks at the engine work on the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air at the WiSH Education Foundation's 3rd annual "WiSH Upon a Car" fundraiser at the Valencia Town Center Citrus St. parking lot, Saturday, May 31, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Registration opens for WiSH Upon a Car 

News release  WiSH Upon a Car Showcase returns once again 6-9 p.m. Saturday, May 16, in the Citrus Street parking lot at Valencia Town Center. This fundraising event benefits the WiSH Education Foundation and features hot rods, classics,…

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Read more about the article American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life set for Saturday 
The School of Rock performs during the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Santa Clarita Valley presented by UCLA Health on Saturday May 3, 2025 at Central Park in Saugus, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life set for Saturday 

News release  This year’s American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Santa Clarita Valley takes place at Central Park on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the theme “Superheroes Unite!”   The community is invited to attend the free and family-friendly event featuring live entertainment, carnival games, vendors, children’s activities, raffle drawings,…

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Read more about the article Special Olympics to host Santa Clarita Spring Games on May 16 
Special Olympics athletes from the Santa Clarita Valley warm up with a light jog during their morning practice at Saugus High on May 31, 2025 in preparation for their competition in Long Beach. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Special Olympics to host Santa Clarita Spring Games on May 16 

News release  Special Olympics Southern California is scheduled to host the Santa Clarita Spring Games on Saturday, May 16, at Hart High School in Newhall. The event will bring together athletes with intellectual disabilities…

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Read more about the article Boys & Girls Club to hold 54th annual benefit auction June 6 
Matt Nelson, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley, gives a speech about the impacts the club makes every day at the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley "The Big Easy" gala and auction at the Hyatt Regency Valencia, Saturday, May 31, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Boys & Girls Club to hold 54th annual benefit auction June 6 

News release  Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley announced its 54th Annual Benefit Auction, La Dolce Vita, is scheduled Saturday, June 6, at the SCV Senior Center, Bella Vida.  “Inspired by the coastal…

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Why More Santa Clarita Homeowners Are Adding LED Bathroom Mirrors to Their Smart Homes 

Smart home technology is no longer limited to thermostats and security systems. In Santa Clarita Valley, a growing number of homeowners are bringing innovation into one of the most traditional…

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Speakers Who’ve Led Restructurings Can Teach You More in an Hour Than a Mentor Can in a Year

https://www.getapeptalk.com/topic/change-management-speakers Woodward's announcement of relocating 300 Santa Clarita jobs to Illinois was absorbed the quickest by professionals who already understood how organizations make those decisions. Seniority had no impact at…

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