Christine Flowers | Candidates Diverge from American Values
I spent an absolutely wonderful two days in New York recently. It doesn’t hurt my best friend lives on the Upper East Side near Central Park, the weather was exquisite,…
What Actually Protects You When an Appliance Breaks Down
Byline: Matthew Kayser Image Credit: Unsplash A look at how home warranty coverage works, and why timing your purchase matters less than people assume On a quiet evening in Santa…
Los Angeles County Fire department officials and law enforcement personnel responded to an unidentified incident where 17 patients were identified as needing medical attention at the Pitchess Detention Center in Castaic, Calif., on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Chris Torres/The Signal
Deputy sentencing delayed again in drug smuggling case
Attorneys for a deputy accused of smuggling heroin into Castaic jail applied for and received an order granting more time for a sentencing hearing that had been scheduled for Thursday. …
Saul Alfaro, 37, of Panorama City
Man gets 17.5 years for trading drugs, alcohol for sex with minors
Suspect used social media networks including Instagram to find local victims A federal judge sentenced a man who targeted underage Santa Clarita Valley teens online and then coerced them into…
Local dignitiaries as an L.A. County Fire Department helicopter performs a water drop during the city’s Fire Safety Day ahead of the Fourth of July weekend on Saturday June 27, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
City hosts Fire Safety Day
With wildfire season and the Fourth of July weekend approaching, the city of Santa Clarita held its Fire Safety Day aimed to inform residents about the dangers of illegal fireworks on Saturday at the…
Deputies: Man arrested on warrants, felony charges
A 23-year-old Canyon Country man was arrested on suspicion of two outstanding warrants, felony charges of assault with a deadly weapon, and misdemeanor charges of possession of narcotics paraphernalia and petty theft…
Deputies: Man arrested on suspicion of assault
An 83-year-old Canyon Country man was arrested on suspicion of felony assault charges on the 16700 block of Sierra Highway in Canyon Country on Friday afternoon, according to an official with the…
From Buffalo to the Bay: How Tampa Investor Jamie Rand Spots Opportunity Nationwide
Image Credit: Unsplash In real estate, spotting value early is key. Jamie Rand has earned a reputation for finding properties with long-term potential, from historic downtowns in St. Paul, Hillsborough, Pinellas,…
Top Korean & Korean-American Skincare Brands in 2026
Image Credit: K-beauty The short version: K-beauty in 2026 isn't just Seoul anymore — it spans cult Korean drugstore essentials, viral active-led newcomers, heritage luxury houses, and a wave of Korean-American crossover brands bringing K-beauty formulating to…
AI is Transforming Entertainment: From Screens to Sentience
The entertainment industry, once defined by human creativity, star power, and studio budgets, is undergoing its most profound shift since the advent of digital streaming. Artificial intelligence is no longer…
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Valencia woman located after being reported missing
A Valencia woman who was reported missing has been found, according to a Nixle sent by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Elizabeth Avery Hopkinson was last seen at approximately 5…
Woody and his pals return in “Toy Story 5” on June 19. Photo Pixar Animation Studios.
Summer Blockbuster Entertainment
“It’s summertime and the living is easy,” those words sung by Ella Fitzgerald in the 1960s might not ring as true in 2026, but summertime should still be the time…
Celebrate the 250th birthday of America Santa Clarita style. SIGNAL FILE PHOTO
July 4th Santa Clarita Style
As the nation prepares to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, communities across the country are reflecting on a legacy of freedom, resilience and shared…
6 Savvy Ways to Ensure Grilling Success This Summer
There’s just something timeless about a summer cookout with friends, family or neighbors. Whether it’s the sound of burgers sizzling on the grill or the smell of your favorite seasonal…
David Hegg | Old Dogs Can Still Learn
By David Hegg It is often said, “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” But what if learning a few new tricks all along the way can keep you…
Letters to the Editor
Rick Barker | PTSD Scams
If you go online you can find tons of websites and companies specializing in coaching veterans on what to say and how to say it and what not to say…
Local residents attend the first City Cinemas to watch 2004’s “Mean Girls” of the 2026 season at Bridgeport Park on Friday evening, June 26, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Photos: City Cinemas
City Cinemas returned for the 2026 summer season on Friday with a free screening of the 2004 classic "Mean Girls" at Bridgeport Park. Local residents brought lawn chairs, blankets and…
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LASD seeks public’s help locating missing Valencia woman
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help to locate a white 29-year-old missing Valencia woman, who was last seen on June 26. Elizabeth Avery Hopkinson…
A brawl occured at Central Park on Friday, June 26, 2026. Courtesy of Dillon Foster.
Brawl breaks out in Central Park Friday night
A brawl broke out at Central Park in Saugus Friday night, according to Sgt. Mourad Kabanjian with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Department. According to Kabanjian, deputies were called at 8:32 p.m. and…
Letters to the Editor
Arthur Saginian | Get to Know the ‘Who’
It is indeed a rare occasion when one of the letters or columns in The Signal’s opinion page resonates so strongly with my heart, mind and soul, as did the…