Read more about the article COC celebrates a decade of NASA-affiliated research projects 
NASA HASP's scientific ballon launched from Fort Sumner, New Mexico on Sept. 2. The balloon and payload reached an altitude of 125,000 feet and flew for 8 hours and 12 minutes. Courtesy photo

COC celebrates a decade of NASA-affiliated research projects 

News release  College of the Canyons is celebrating its 10th consecutive year of student participation in NASA research projects.  “For the past 10 years, the sky has been the limit…

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Read more about the article COC procurement team earns national award 
For the sixth year in a row, the College of the Canyons Contracts, Procurement, and Risk Management department has been honored with the 2026 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award. Courtesy photo.

COC procurement team earns national award 

News release  For the sixth year in a row, the College of the Canyons Contracts, Procurement, and Risk Management department has been honored with the 2026 Annual Achievement of Excellence…

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Read more about the article Chamber golf tournament set for Sept. 28 
Golfers line up to do a mega putt at the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce 40th annual golf tournament Monday morning at the Valencia Country Club. 093024 Maya Morales/The Signal

Chamber golf tournament set for Sept. 28 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Oak Tree Golf Classic, now in its 42nd year, is scheduled to take place Monday, September 28, at the Valencia Country…

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Read more about the article Toys ‘R’ US to open 120 new stores across US 
The former Toys "R" Us location in Stevenson Ranch, as seen in this 2018 file photo.

Toys ‘R’ US to open 120 new stores across US 

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer  Retailer Toys “R” Us announced a major expansion in the United States on Thursday, with 120 standalone stores scheduled to open nationwide during the upcoming holiday…

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Read more about the article Appeals court: Government can search phones at border without warrants 
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Appeals court: Government can search phones at border without warrants 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  Government officers can search the cell phones of people entering the United States without a warrant or probable cause, a federal appeals court ruled on an…

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Pentagon lifts pause on testosterone screening for troops 30 and older 

By Kimberly Hayek Contributing Writer  The Pentagon is moving ahead with mandatory testosterone-deficiency screening for U.S. service members aged 30 and older, lifting an early September pause on published medical guidance,…

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Read more about the article COC holds third annual SCV Book Fest 
Attendees visit various booths at the third annual SCV Book Festival at the University Center on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

COC holds third annual SCV Book Fest 

For the first time since its inception, the Santa Clarita Valley Book Festival was held during College of the Canyons’ fall semester at the University Center last weekend.   Authors could register for $70 during…

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From People Skills to Business Strategy: Building a Stronger Leadership Edge

Strong leadership is about more than managing projects, assigning responsibilities, or keeping teams on schedule. Modern organizations need leaders who understand how business goals connect with hiring, employee development, workplace…

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Read more about the article City considers $13M purchase of Santa Clarita Elementary School  
Main entrance of Santa Clarita Elementary School on Seco Canyon Road. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal

City considers $13M purchase of Santa Clarita Elementary School  

The Santa Clarita City Council is scheduled Tuesday to consider purchasing the site of the former Santa Clarita Elementary School for $13 million, according to the council agenda released Thursday.  The city and the…

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Read more about the article Judge issues split decision on claims in landfill suit 
John Perkey, vice president and legal counsel for Waste Connections shares insight on the Chiquita Canyon Landfill operations during a media tour on May 28, 2025 in Castaic, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Judge issues split decision on claims in landfill suit 

An 18-page tentative ruling in federal court Thursday offered a split decision for residents seeking relief from Chiquita Canyon Landfill, which is blamed for myriad health problems in a consolidated lawsuit with thousands of…

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Hart district announces initial CAASPP results 

News release   Initial results from the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress reflect continued academic strength according to preliminary William S. Hart Union High School District data, according to…

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