Yearly Archives: 2026
Read more about the article Golden Valley boys’ soccer secures comeback at home over West Ranch  
West Ranch defender Tyler Lankford (13) fights for the ball against Golden Valley's Isaac Negrete (26) during the first half of Thursday's game at Golden Valley High School on Jan. 15, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Golden Valley boys’ soccer secures comeback at home over West Ranch  

After back-to-back losses in the Foothill League to Saugus and Valencia, the rivalry matchup for Golden Valley against the West Ranch Wildcats was a must-win for the Grizzlies.   But the Wildcats looked poised to win…

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Read more about the article Paseo Aquatics adds Lim to coaching staff, set to host high school coaches’ panel  
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Paseo Aquatics adds Lim to coaching staff, set to host high school coaches’ panel  

The Paseo Aquatics Swim Club announced the addition of Santa Clarita Valley native Tim Lim to its coaching staff, following a tenure at Canyons Aquatics.   “Coach Tim’s commitment to the Santa Clarita Valley competitive swimming scene…

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Read more about the article Trump: Gaza Board of Peace formed, backs Palestinian technocratic group 

Trump: Gaza Board of Peace formed, backs Palestinian technocratic group 

By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer  President Donald Trump announced on Thursday the formation of the Gaza Board of Peace, following the start of the second phase of a U.S.-backed cease-fire agreement between Israel and terrorist…

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Read more about the article DHS: Illegal immigrant weaponizes vehicle against ICE in Texas  
Law enforcement surround anti-ICE protesters in downtown Minneapolis on Jan. 9, 2026, and demanded they disperse or be arrested. Photo by Jacki Thrapp.

DHS: Illegal immigrant weaponizes vehicle against ICE in Texas  

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer   The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Robyn Argote Brooks, an illegal immigrant from Cuba, who weaponized his vehicle against law enforcement officials, according to a Thursday statement…

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Read more about the article ACLU sues DHS over Minnesota ICE operations 
A protester against Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations is arrested by police officers in Minneapolis, Minn., on Jan. 9, 2026. Photo by John Fredricks.

ACLU sues DHS over Minnesota ICE operations 

By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer  The American Civil Liberties Union on Thursday filed a class action for Minnesotans who allege that federal agents are violating their constitutional rights during ongoing immigration enforcement operations…

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Read more about the article US lawmakers head to Denmark as Trump presses Greenland bid 
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen (L) and Greenlandic Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt speak at a news conference at the Danish Embassy in Washington on Jan. 14, 2026. Photo by Emel Akan.

US lawmakers head to Denmark as Trump presses Greenland bid 

By Guy Birchall Contributing Writer  A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers arrived in Denmark on Friday for talks with Danish and Greenlandic leaders, as President Donald Trump continues his push to…

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Read more about the article 2 arrested on suspicion of robbery 
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2 arrested on suspicion of robbery 

Two 18-year-old men were arrested Friday on suspicion of stealing $8,500 in cash from an individual in a car at a Valencia Bank of America branch, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station.  The robbery reported in Valencia led…

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Not Everyone Needs a Four-Year Degree: Career Paths That Offer Stability Without Student Debt

For a long time, a four-year college degree has been treated as the default next step after high school. Students are encouraged to apply early, parents plan for tuition years…

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AI in Education: How Students and Teachers Can Balance Technology and Academic Integrity 

AI has taken over the world, literally. From being integrated in research to embedded in classrooms, AI has stretched and continues to spawn its ever growing reach across every industry.  AI’s impact cannot be denied,…

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Read more about the article One arrested after report of illegal filming at mall 
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One arrested after report of illegal filming at mall 

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies arrested a Canyon Country man on suspicion he was illegally filming women without their consent — allegedly through the use of a camera on his shoes.  Stephen Martin,…

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Read more about the article Person airlifted after crash near Agua Dulce  
The driver of a water tank truck was airlifted to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital after crashing near Davenport Road and Sierra Highway Jan. 15, 2026. Courtesy photo.

Person airlifted after crash near Agua Dulce  

One person was airlifted to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Thursday afternoon after a single-vehicle crash near the intersection of Sierra Highway and Davenport Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.   Carlos Burgos-Lopez, a spokesman for…

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Read more about the article Kaiser to pay $556M over allegations of false claims 
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Kaiser to pay $556M over allegations of false claims 

The Department of Justice announced a more than half-billion-dollar settlement with Kaiser Permanente over claims the health care provider submitted false diagnosis codes for Medicare Advantage Plan customers in order…

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Read more about the article Firefighters echo residents’ battery-storage concerns 
Santa Clarita resident George Thomas asks a question about fire safety regarding the battery-energy storage facility in Canyon Country. Courtesy screenshot SCVTV

Firefighters echo residents’ battery-storage concerns 

  The L.A. County Fire Department refrained from commenting this week about a firefighter union’s concerns over how, why and where the county approves battery-energy storage systems, or BESS facilities.  Firefighters Local 1014,…

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Read more about the article Shirley O’Connell is ‘104 and Fabulous’ 
Shirley O'Connell poses with a birthday banner at her home at Atria Senior Living in Newhall, Calif., Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Shirley O’Connell is ‘104 and Fabulous’ 

Already a few days into age 104, Shirley O’Connell is as full of life as ever. As she celebrated, she wore a birthday tiara and a sash that said “104 and Fabulous,” and…

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