Read more about the article Ship owners, supervisor indicted over Baltimore bridge crash  
The Francis Scott Key Bridge after being knocked down by the 95,000-ton Dali in Baltimore Harbor on March 26, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu.

Ship owners, supervisor indicted over Baltimore bridge crash  

By John Haughey Contributing Writer  Federal prosecutors have charged two global shipping firms and a supervisor with criminal conspiracy, obstruction and misconduct that they allege led directly to a container ship knocking down…

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Read more about the article Ramirez’s 3-run HR leads Saugus baseball past Walnut  
Saugus' Abraham Ramirez (7) scores a home run during the fifth inning of the first round of the CIF-SS playoff game against Walnut at Saugus High School on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Ramirez’s 3-run HR leads Saugus baseball past Walnut  

HR leads Cents into second round; plus, scores from Thursday’s opening round  Trailing by one run in the bottom of the fifth inning, the Centurions’ offense only had two hits against the Walnut Mustangs in the…

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Read more about the article Softball first-round roundup: Cents walk off, 3 teams fall  
Saugus' Isis Solis (24) swings at a pitch during the first round of the CIF-SS playoff game against Brea Olinda at Saugus High School on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Softball first-round roundup: Cents walk off, 3 teams fall  

After first-round games Thursday in the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section softball playoffs, the Saugus Centurions were the lone team to advance after three other local teams were defeated Thursday.   One team — West Ranch — was to…

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Read more about the article Heroes of Color, COC launch creative workforce incubator 
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Heroes of Color, COC launch creative workforce incubator 

News release  Heroes of Color, a creative enrichment program focused on empowering young artists through business and storytelling, is launching the Santa Clarita Creative Workforce Incubator in close partnership with College of the Canyons, the organization announced in a news release.   This educational collaboration, which delivers…

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Read more about the article SCV Water wins awards for communications initiatives 
The SCV Water logo, located in Saugus, Calif. on Jan. 27, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

SCV Water wins awards for communications initiatives 

News release  As “Carl the Waterwise Hero” managed his home irrigation system from outer space, drawing applause from the crowd, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency’s communications team received its first “Best-in-Show” award of the afternoon from the California Association…

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Read more about the article Chamber hosts inaugural ‘Work Well’ summit 
A panel answered questions from attendees at the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce's "Work Well: The Business and Wellness Summit" about good sleep at Henry Mayo Center in Valencia, Calif., Thursday, May 14, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Chamber hosts inaugural ‘Work Well’ summit 

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce on Thursday hosted its inaugural summit, “Work Well: The Business and Wellness Summit,” with the topic discussing how to get good sleep, some tips and tricks on how to integrate better…

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Primary voter registration deadline Monday   

News release  Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean C. Logan is reminding eligible voters that Monday, May 18, is the deadline to register to vote and receive a Vote by Mail ballot for the June 2 Statewide Direct Primary Election.   Registering to vote can be completed…

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Read more about the article SCV Water votes to approve Water Use Efficiency Strategic Plan 
The entry to SCV Water headquarters, located in Saugus, Calif. on Jan. 27, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

SCV Water votes to approve Water Use Efficiency Strategic Plan 

The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has voted to approve its Water Use Efficiency Strategic Plan, the agency’s roadmap to reducing its estimated future water usage to match state goals over the next several…

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Read more about the article LASD: Two arrested in dirt e-bike assault on sheriff’s deputy  
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LASD: Two arrested in dirt e-bike assault on sheriff’s deputy  

Two teens riding dirt e-bikes have been arrested following what L.A. County Sheriff’s Department officials are calling an intentional assault on a peace officer, in which one suspect veered into a motorcycle deputy, causing a collision on Thursday evening, according to the LASD.  Additional details have…

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Read more about the article  One injured in deputy-involved collision 
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 One injured in deputy-involved collision 

A motorcycle sheriff’s deputy was transported to the hospital in unknown condition following a traffic collision on Thursday evening in Saugus, according to a source familiar with the incident.   The Los Angeles County Fire Department and Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station…

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Read more about the article Schiavo’s legislation package moves forward 
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Schiavo’s legislation package moves forward 

News release   Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, announced progress on her 2026 legislative package, which includes bills focused on affordability, public safety, consumer protection, veteran services and accountability that have cleared committees in the legislative process.  “Our…

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Read more about the article Air Force Junior ROTC cadets earn perfect score on assessment 
The Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program at Golden Valley High School, unit CA-20063, scored 100% and earned an overall rating of “Exceeds Standards” for their unit inspection. Courtesy photo.

Air Force Junior ROTC cadets earn perfect score on assessment 

News release  The Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program at Golden Valley High School, unit CA-20063, scored 100% and earned an overall rating of “Exceeds Standards” for their…

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Hart district celebrates 16 students earning State Seal of Civic Engagement 

News release  The William S. Hart Union High School District announced that 16 exceptional students have earned the California State Seal of Civic Engagement this year.  This recognition, established by the California State Board of Education, honors…

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Read more about the article 42 arrested in California child exploitation operation 
An arrest is made by law enforcement in a yearlong operation targeting child exploitation, in this undated photo released by the Riverside County District Attorney's office on May 11, 2026. Courtesy of Riverside District Attorney's Office

42 arrested in California child exploitation operation 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  Officials in Southern California said that a major operation targeting child exploitation has identified 500 suspected offenders and resulted in dozens of arrests across Riverside County in recent months.  …

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Read more about the article UK: Ship near Strait of Hormuz seized, moved toward Iran 
In this handout photo provided by U.S. Central Command, U.S. forces patrol the Arabian Sea near M/V Touska on April 20, 2026, after firing upon the Iranian-flagged vessel that the U.S. accused of attempting to violate the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Navy via Getty Images.

UK: Ship near Strait of Hormuz seized, moved toward Iran 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  A ship anchored off the United Arab Emirates was captured and moved toward Iran, while a cargo ship near Oman was attacked and sunk, officials said Thursday.  …

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