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Hart district agenda includes course adoptions
New and revised course adoptions for the 2026-27 school year are on the consent calendar for the William S. Hart Union High School District’s Wednesday governing board meeting. Other items…
A Saugus High swimmer during the Foothill League Swim finals on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at the Santa Clarita Aquatics Center. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Records broken, stars shine in Foothill League swim finals
Records were broken and stars shined at the Foothill League swim finals in the Santa Clarita Aquatics Center on Thursday as multiple swimmers qualified for their placement in the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section championships. Valencia head coach Matthew Sheridan has…
Attendees watch the movie at the "Star Wars Day" event at Central Park in Saugus, Calif., Monday, May 4, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
City brings ‘the Force’ at ‘Star Wars Day’ event
The city of Santa Clarita hosted a screening of “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope” to celebrate Star Wars Day at Central Park on Monday evening. The crowd was filled with Princess…
Jocelyn Ketsdever (R), owner of Fire Lily Entertainment, plays with bubbles at the city of Santa Clarita's 5th annual "FestAbility" at West Creek Park in Valencia, Calif., Sunday, May 3, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
City hosts 5th annual ‘FestAbility’ event
The city of Santa Clarita has a place for everyone – and that could not have been truer than at the city’s fifth annual “FestAbility,” celebrating people of all ages with disabilities at West Creek Park in Valencia on…
Jason Crawford, comunity development director for the city, looks on as Dave Peterson discusses the city staff's approach to objective design standards. Perry Smith
City staff presents design standards
While the Santa Clarita City Council has consistently lamented its loss of local control on a number of projects, meaning how much oversight the city has — now the city is hoping…
A lifegaurd oversees the pool and play area of the Santa Clarita Aquatics Center on Water Safety Day on Saturday May 2, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Water Safety Day gives kids early start on emergency preparedness
At the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center’s Water Safety Day, many of the kids who attended were so young, they didn’t yet know how to swim — and organizers say that early start is what makes it so important. Recreation Coordinator Jacob Acosta…
Adrian So (L) holds his award presented by Military Order of the World Wars, pictured with Lt. Col. David J. Worley. Photo courtesy of Adrian So.
Valencia High junior honored with ‘Phoenician Award’
Valencia High School junior Adrian So has received the “Phoenician Award” and a $2,000 prize for being the runner-up at the San Diego Youth Leadership Conference, hosted by Military Order of the World Wars. The…
Saugus attacker Darren Valentino (53) runs with the ball during the second quarter of Wednesday's game against Valencia at Saugus High School on April 23, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Saugus boys’ lacrosse defeats Westlake, advances to QF
This season, Saugus boys’ lacrosse head coach Josh Ireland wanted his program to be among the top teams in the Southern Section. Following a narrow 13-12 win Friday over the Westlake Athletics — a top program in…
Mardilan Georgio creates art work using pastels during the Go Figure Art Exhibit at the SCAA Gallery on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Photos: ‘Go Figure’
Go figure — artists at the Santa Clarita Artists Association displayed their works to celebrate the human form during the Go Figure reception on Saturday. With live demonstrations by artists…
Saugus High School celebrates its college signees at the Saugus Forum on May. 4, 2026. Ryan Romero/The Signal
Saugus High School celebrates college signees
On a day when Saugus High School celebrated 21 of its student-athletes and their commitment to continuing their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level, the Saugus Forum was filled with family, friends…
Participants competed in the Santa Clarita Trail Race at the Walker Ranch Trailhead on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Photos: Santa Clarita Trail Race
Running up many hills, athletes participated in the Santa Clarita Trail Race on Saturday at the Walker Ranch Trailhead. Participants chose to compete in either a 5k, 10k, 15k, 30k,…
The Eaton Fire burns in the community of Altadena on Jan. 8, 2025. Photo by Ted Soqui for CalMatters
California: State Farm violated law in handling L.A. fire insurance claims
By Levi Sumagaysay CalMatters Writer State Farm could face millions of dollars in penalties and a possible temporary suspension of its license in California as a result of hundreds of alleged law violations related…
Republicans claim fundraising advantage 6 months from midterms
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer A GOP congressional committee said that the Republican Party holds a fundraising advantage over Democrats and said it will support Republicans’ thin House majority, six months…
How Santa Clarita Businesses are Using High-Tech Hubs to Keep Talent in the Valley
The Challenge of Talent Retention in Santa Clarita Santa Clarita Valley, located just north of Los Angeles, has long been a thriving suburban community known for its family-friendly environment and…
Why Santa Clarita Leaders Must Champion Cybersecurity
The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity in Santa Clarita In today’s increasingly digital and interconnected world, cybersecurity is no longer a peripheral concern; it has become a fundamental pillar of business…
Why Your Web Presence is Only as Strong as Your Server
The Foundation of a Robust Web Presence In today’s digital landscape, a company’s web presence is an essential pillar of its overall success. Whether you’re a small startup or a…
Manufacturing 4.0 in Canyon Country: Securing the Automated Production Line
The Rise of Manufacturing 4.0 in Canyon Country Manufacturing 4.0, often dubbed the fourth industrial revolution, is transforming production lines across the globe. Canyon Country, a burgeoning hub for manufacturing…
Winning the War for Talent in SCV: How Modern Tech Attracts the Best Local Employees
The Talent Landscape in Santa Clarita Valley The Santa Clarita Valley (SCV) is undergoing a significant transformation in its workforce dynamics. As the region continues to grow economically and diversify…
Protecting Patient Privacy in the Age of AI-Driven Healthcare
The Rise of AI in Healthcare and Its Privacy Implications Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed healthcare, offering unprecedented opportunities for diagnostics, personalized treatment, and operational efficiency. From predictive analytics to…
A Disaster Recovery Guide for Santa Clarita Business Owners
Understanding the Importance of Disaster Recovery Natural disasters, cyberattacks, and unforeseen technical failures can strike any business at any time. For Santa Clarita business owners, having a robust disaster recovery…