Christine Flowers | Icon’s Death Spurs Round of Hypocrisy
I hate hypocrisy. That is why, from my first sentient moments, I knew I could never call myself a liberal. Even before I abandoned the Democratic Party 10 years ago…
Amy Miller-Wieczorek's ring, given to her by her dad, was one of the items taken from her home in a burglary last month. Courtesy Photo/Amy Miller-Wieczorek
Woman’s ring, a gift from her late father, stolen in home burglary
In the early afternoon on New Year’s Eve, Santa Clarita resident Amy Miller-Wieczorek happened to come back from work at about the same time as her husband, Bryant Wieczorek. What…
Residents and neighbors attend the meeting about the planned closure for Bouquet Canyon Road at The Centre on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
A chilly reception for Bouquet Canyon plan
Residents not enthused about developer’s plan for 11-month Bouquet Canyon detour Bouquet Canyon residents and commuters showed up to the Santa Clarita Activities Center en masse Wednesday to hear Lennar’s plan to shut down their…
Golden Valley center Donovan Webb (35) dribbles the ball against Canyon forward Benji Avelar (5) during the third quarter of Tuesday's game at Golden Valley High School on Jan. 6, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Golden Valley boys’ basketball secures home league win over Canyon
The Golden Valley boys’ basketball team has completed the first quarter of the Foothill League season unbeaten as the Grizzlies defeated the Canyon Cowboys, 70-49, at home en route to a 4-0 start. After the game on Tuesday, Golden…
Water Boards: Chiquita let hazardous material in river for days
The Los Angeles Water Boards on Tuesday became the latest agency to cite the Chiquita Canyon Landfill for violations related to hazardous leachate being put into the Santa Clara River. The incident that sparked…
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County agrees to give Sheriff’s Department more money for north county enforcement
The L.A. County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a request from the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department for $220,000 in expected overtime pay for officers participating in a federally designated task force targeting northern L.A. County. That money, according to the memorandum of understanding approved by the board Tuesday between the Sheriff’s Department and…
Firefighters attempt to put out a fire at a home in Altadena, on Jan. 8, 2025. The community was devastated by the Eaton Fire. Photo by Ted Soqui for CalMatters
Barger reaffirms commitment to rebuilding on anniversary of wildfire disaster
One year after the Los Angeles County wildfires destroyed homes and displaced thousands, officials on Tuesday announced they are continuing their efforts to rebuild in the aftermath of the largest wildfire disaster in county…
The two residents were arrested after a theft investigation at Sephora.
SCV couple arrested in OC after theft investigation
In a pun-filled post, the Irvine Police Department sought to steal everyone’s attention Monday with their announcement of two shoplifting suspects from Santa Clarita, whom they arrested on more than $450,000 in…
Shake, rattle, and hold: earthquake-resistant home upgrades
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer Long before the ground begins to shake, it’s important to determine whether you live in an earthquake zone. They’re more common than you might think. California grabs the biggest headlines, but did…
Relay for Life to hold kick-off celebration
News release Relay for Life of Santa Clarita Valley is inviting the community to be part of the nationwide kickoff celebration that brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society’s vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone, the local chapter announced…
Canyon point guard Darby Dunn celebrates 1,000 career points during Tuesday's game at Golden Valley High School on Jan. 6, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Dunn leads Canyon girls’ basketball to win on historic night
Canyon sophomore guard Darby Dunn made history Tuesday night against Golden Valley as she led the Canyon Cowboys to victory while also crossing the 1,000-career point mark. "I think it's cool to see all my work…
Photo courtesy of Castaic girls' flag football head coach William Jones.
Castaic’s William Jones named 2025 LA Rams Coach of The Year
Castaic girls’ flag football head coach William Jones, who led the Coyotes to their first playoff appearance and finished the season as CIF Division 5 finalist, won the 2025 LA Rams Coach of…
Valencia point guard Keira McLaughlin (13) keeps possession of the ball against Bonita's Jenna Campbell (3) during the first quarter of Tuesday's game at Valencia High School on Dec. 23, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Valencia’s McLaughlin nominated for Sports Illustrated National Girls Athlete of the Week
Valencia girls’ basketball player Keira McLaughlin has been nominated for the Sports Illustrated National Girls Player of the Week for the week of Dec. 29 to Jan. 4. Each week during the high school sports season, Sports Illustrated highlights the…
Building a Digital Foundation: How New Santa Clarita Businesses Can Stand Out Online
Starting a business in Santa Clarita is an exciting venture. Honestly, it is also a little terrifying. The valley is growing, and there’s a real sense of community here, but…
The Power of Play: How Shared Games and Activities Can Strengthen Family Bonds in Santa Clarita
In many Santa Clarita households, family life moves at a fast pace. School schedules, commutes, after-school activities, and screen time can quietly crowd out moments of genuine connection. Parents often…
Volunteers Renne Roque (left) and Jerry Charbonneau moments before they head out for the 2025 Homeless Count on Feb. 18, 2025 at the Centre in Santa Clarita, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Volunteers sought for annual homeless count
News release On Tuesday, Jan. 20, the city of Santa Clarita is scheduled to partner with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority and local nonprofit, Bridge to Home, for the 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, and…
The entry to SCV Water headquarters, located in Saugus, Calif. on Jan. 27, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
SCV Water releases annual financial report
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has released its Popular Annual Financial Report for the 2024-25 fiscal year, the agency announced in a news release. The PAFR presents key financial and operational information…
Traffic delays on the northbound side of Interstate 5 following a fatal collision on Tuesday morning Jan. 6, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Bakersfield man ID’ed after fatal traffic collision on I-5
Officials with the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner Office have identified the man who was killed in a fatal traffic collision on Interstate 5 northbound just south of Magic Mountain Parkway in…
DHS: ICE agent shot, killed driver who tried to run over officers in Minnesota
By Jacki Thrapp Contributing Writer A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minnesota shot and killed an anti-ICE protester during an operation on Wednesday, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed. “Today, ICE…
(Left) The Jan. 6 pipe-bomb suspect walks a route from the Democratic National Committee headquarters to the Capitol Hill Club on the night of Jan. 5, 2021. (Right) The DNC pipe bomb photographed on Jan. 6. Courtesy of FBI.
Jan. 6 pipe bomb suspect indicted on federal explosives charges
By Joseph Lord Contributing Writer The Department of Justice on Tuesday evening released the two-page grand jury indictment against Brian Cole Jr., the suspect in attempted bombings of major party headquarters ahead of…