Jason Gibbs | Backpacks Packed, Library Cards Ready!
As summer comes to a close and students begin preparing for a new school year, the Santa Clarita Public Library is ready to help make the transition easier for families…
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College Briefs for Aug. 13
3 local students named to dean's list at Grove City College The following students were named to the dean's list for the fall 2025 semester at Grove City College: •…
Dogs available for adoption from the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control greet mall visitors during the pet adoption event on Saturday Aug. 8, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Photos: Pet adoption at Valencia Town Center
Valencia Town Center hosted a pet adoption event Saturday, where dogs of all ages greeted guests in hopes of finding new homes. The event was held as part of the…
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DV investigation leads to search warrant, no charges
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies seized more than a dozen firearms during a domestic violence investigation earlier this year, although ultimately no case was filed, according to a spokesperson for the…
DA: No charges coming from COC audit
Nearly a year after a law firm turned over a College of the Canyons audit that indicated “potential violations of law” and reporting that $12 million may have been misused, the L.A.…
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Cooper announces campaign for re-election to SCV Water Agency board
News release Bill Cooper has announced his campaign for re-election to the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency board of directors, representing Division 1, in the Nov. 3 election. “Santa Clarita…
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JCI Santa Clarita members attend UN Youth Summit in New York
News release JCI Santa Clarita members Kari McCoy and Justin Charles recently represented the Santa Clarita Valley on the global stage by attending the JCI Global United Nations Youth Summit…
Parents and students walk the "red carpet" on the first day of school at Highlands Elementary School in Saugus, Calif., Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
Saugus district welcomes students back to school
Highlands Elementary School faculty and staff rolled out the red carpet to welcome 600 students on their first day of the 2026-27 school year on Wednesday morning. With the energy high and music blasting, students of…
2.7 magnitude earthquake in Stevenson Ranch
The epicenter of a 2.7 magnitude earthquake on Wednesday afternoon was reported in the Stevenson Ranch area of the Santa Clarita Valley, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The temblor was reported at approximately 1:56 p.m. and was measured to have a depth…
Canyon’s senior opposite hitter Marli Magee (14) spiking the ball against Paraclete during a game at Canyon High School on Aug. 11, 2026. Ryan Romero/The Signal
Canyon girls’ volleyball drops season opener to Paraclete
Coming off a third-place finish in the Foothill League standings last season, the Canyon girls’ volleyball team hit the court on Tuesday and opened the 2026 season against the visiting Paraclete Spirits of Lancaster. …
A U.S. Navy MH-60 helicopter at an unknown location, in a photo released by the U.S. military on Aug. 12, 2026. CENTCOM
US forces disable Iran-bound ship with Hellfire missiles
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer Middle East tensions escalated Wednesday as U.S. forces used Hellfire missiles to disable a commercial vessel attempting to breach the American naval blockade against Iran, while…
Supporters socialize and await results at a party hosted by Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on Aug. 11, 2026. Photo by Joseph Lord.
Crowley defeats socialist Hong in Wisconsin gubernatorial primary
By Joseph Lord Contributing Writer MILWAUKEE, Wis. — A candidate aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America has been defeated in the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary, marking a major upset in a…
An artist rendering shows the new livery design for the "Next Air Force One," selected by President Joe Biden in 2023. U.S. Air Force image.
Trump: Secret Service had him switch planes in Turkey over threat
By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the Secret Service had him switch from Air Force One to a military aircraft when leaving Ankara, Turkey, last…
Former Disney CEO, business partner buy Lakers for $12.5B
By Jill McLaughlin Contributing Writer Former Disney CEO Bob Iger and businessman Josh Kushner have agreed to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 billion, the partners confirmed on Wednesday. The…
Merchant Cash Advance Providers vs Fundivi: A Criteria by Criteria Scorecard
The merchant cash advance market today is genuinely crowded, and not in a way that necessarily benefits the business owner trying to navigate it. A quick search for MCA providers…
How SCV Schools and Local Sports Teams Can Raise Money Through Community Support
Schools and youth sports teams in the Santa Clarita Valley often need additional funds for uniforms, equipment, travel expenses, and special programs. Finding a fundraising method that attracts community support while remaining simple for…
Why Configuration Drift Is the Biggest Hidden Risk in Enterprise Networks
Minutes tick away, and millions in potential revenue evaporate into the ether. In the war room, network engineers scan their monitoring tools frantically, but everything looks green. The hardware is healthy, the…
The Savvy Senior | With Social Security uncertainty, should you claim benefits early?
Dear Savvy Senior, I turn 62 early next year and plan to retire soon after. Most advice says I should wait to claim Social Security because my monthly benefit will…
Gary Horton | 6BYQ: The Kid Who Got Through
At 11:57 Monday night, March 12, 1928, the St. Francis Dam gave way, resulting in one of the worst civil engineering catastrophes in U.S. history. Three hours and 12…
Sharlene Johnson | Building Futures Via Workforce Education
One of the greatest strengths of a community college is its ability to respond to the needs of students and the communities it serves. At College of the Canyons, that…