Read more about the article WWII veteran turns 103 
Ken Placek is given a birthday sash at his birthday breakfast during Coffee 4 Veterans at Crazy Otto's Diner in Canyon Country, Calif., Thursday, May 7, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

WWII veteran turns 103 

By Kamryn Martell  Signal Staff Writer  Ken Placek, a World War II veteran, is turning 103 and celebrated with his friends in  the Coffee 4 Veterans group at Crazy Otto’s Diner on Thursday morning.  The restaurant was…

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Read more about the article Boys’ tennis first-round roundup: 3 teams advance, West Ranch falls  
Valencia’s doubles player Jason Lee returns the ball to Vista Del Lago during Wednesday’s match, May 6, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Boys’ tennis first-round roundup: 3 teams advance, West Ranch falls  

After the first round of the boys’ tennis California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section playoffs, three teams from the Santa Clarita Valley advanced to the second round whilethe West Ranch Wildcats fell out…

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Read more about the article Extortion case delayed again 
Deputy Sheriff Joel Anzures leads Det. Steven Lankford through a cordoned off area northwest of the intersection of Pico Canyon Road and Southern Oaks Drive during a death investigation. Lankford was named as a defendant in a federal indictment. Austin Dave/The Signal

Extortion case delayed again 

Just as it looked like the case against a former homicide detective charged with extortion might be moving forward, it was delayed, again.  Judge Wesley L. Hsu’s latest order in federal…

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Read more about the article Denise and John Lite recognized with One Hart award 
Denise Lite (left) is recognized with the One Hart award during the William S. Hart Union High School District by governing board member Aakash Ahuja at Wednesday’s governing board meeting, May 6, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Denise and John Lite recognized with One Hart award 

Two leaders known for their local work and advocacy were given the William S. Hart Union High School District's One Hart award during Wednesday’s meeting.  Denis Lite and John Lite were given the One…

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Read more about the article Federal judge releases purported Jeffrey Epstein suicide note 
An unsealed note purportedly penned by Jeffrey Epstein. U.S. Southern District of New York.

Federal judge releases purported Jeffrey Epstein suicide note 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  A federal judge in New York ordered on Wednesday the release of a suicide note that purportedly was written by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before his death in August…

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Read more about the article Tennessee lawmakers pass bill to carve up state’s lone blue district 
Protesters shout at state senators as they prepared to vote on the new congressional map during a special session in Nashville, Tenn., on May 7, 2026. Photo by Jacki Thrapp.

Tennessee lawmakers pass bill to carve up state’s lone blue district 

By Jacki Thrapp Contributing Writer  NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee legislature passed a bill on Thursday that would redistrict the state’s U.S. congressional map to break up the state’s only Democratic district ahead of the midterms. …

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How Do Professionals Create Polished Business Documents Faster Without Starting From Scratch? 

Every professional knows the feeling. A report is due, a proposal needs to go out, or a client presentation requires a written summary, and the blank page is staring back at you.…

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Read more about the article Coastal painter Jem Atwater to headline May SCAA meeting 
Art by Jem Atwater.

Coastal painter Jem Atwater to headline May SCAA meeting 

News release  Ventura County painter Jem Atwater will take center stage at the May 18 monthly meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association at the Newhall Library. The evening demonstration is free and open to the public.  A classically trained oil painter, Atwater earned her bachelor’s in fine arts from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco before relocating to Ventura, where she has become a cornerstone of the regional arts community, said a news release from SCAA.  …

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Read more about the article Artist reception for ‘Towers & Flowers’ set for May 17 
Artwork by Naomi Young.

Artist reception for ‘Towers & Flowers’ set for May 17 

News release  Local multimedia artist Naomi Young will unveil her newest solo exhibition, “Towers & Flowers,” with a special one-night-only art reception on Sunday, May 17, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Valencia Town Center.  This…

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Read more about the article Abbamania coming to PAC 
Abbamania Canada is scheduled to perform at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons on Friday, May 15. Courtesy image.

Abbamania coming to PAC 

News release  Abbamania Canada is scheduled to perform at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons on Friday, May 15.  This all-Canadian cast from Ontario, Canada, made up of studio…

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Read more about the article SCAA to present watercolor workshop with Fealing Lin 
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SCAA to present watercolor workshop with Fealing Lin 

News release  The Santa Clarita Artists Association is scheduled May 15 and 16 to host a two-day workshop featuring award-winning California watercolor artist Fealing Lin, who will demonstrate both portrait and landscape painting.  The event is scheduled 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.…

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Read more about the article Buzz Classic Movies this week: ‘A Star Is Born’ 
"A Star Is Born" (1937). Screenshot.

Buzz Classic Movies this week: ‘A Star Is Born’ 

By Signal Staff  This is the “A Star Is Born” that started it all: The 1937 classic that spawned three remakes — in 1954, 1976 and 2018 — comes to Santa Clarita Valley residents’ screens this…

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Read more about the article Man arrested on suspicion of felony attempted burglary in Stevenson Ranch 
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Man arrested on suspicion of felony attempted burglary in Stevenson Ranch 

A man was arrested on suspicion of felony attempted burglary Tuesday after callers in Stevenson Ranch alerted deputies about a prowler in the area, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. …

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The Best Vacuum Cleaners 2026: Reviews and Recommendations (U.S. Guide)

In 2026, the U.S. vacuum cleaner market is more sophisticated than ever—American shoppers aren’t just looking for basic suction; they want powerful, innovative, multi-functional tools that fit their fast-paced lifestyles.…

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Read more about the article Valencia High Air Force JROTC heads to competition at nation’s capital 
From left: Jeffrey Feng, Ishan Vaish, Adrian So, and Sricharan Vagvala. Photo courtesy of Adrian So.

Valencia High Air Force JROTC heads to competition at nation’s capital 

An Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps team with one Valencia High School junior and three Academy of the Canyons juniors has advanced to the 2026 JROTC Leadership and Academic Bowl Championship at The Catholic University of…

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