Yearly Archives: 2026
Read more about the article Hart district’s Collyn Nielsen named ACSA Negotiator of the Year 
Collyn Nielsen, deputy superintendent of human resources for the William S. Hart Union High School District, has been named the 2026 Negotiator of the Year by the Association of California School Administrators. Courtesy photo.

Hart district’s Collyn Nielsen named ACSA Negotiator of the Year 

News release  The William S. Hart Union High School District announced that Collyn Nielsen, deputy superintendent of human resources, has been named the 2026 Negotiator of the Year by the Association of California School Administrators.   He was officially honored…

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Read more about the article City to host ribbon cutting for Meditation Garden  
The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new Meditation Garden, scheduled 2 p.m. Tuesday at Duane R. Harte Park. Rendering courtesy of the city of Santa Clarita.

City to host ribbon cutting for Meditation Garden  

News release  The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new Meditation Garden, scheduled 2 p.m. Tuesday at Duane R. Harte Park.  The Meditation Garden…

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Read more about the article Video shows earlier violent confrontation between Pretti and federal agents 
Protestors face off with federal officers in front of the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis on Jan. 9, 2026. Photo by John Fredricks.

Video shows earlier violent confrontation between Pretti and federal agents 

By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer  President Donald Trump on Wednesday shared newly released video footage showing Alex Pretti in a violent confrontation with federal agents in Minneapolis 11 days before he was fatally shot during a…

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Read more about the article Senate fails to advance funding package ahead of shutdown deadline 
The U.S. Capitol building after a snowstorm in Washington on Jan. 28, 2026. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.

Senate fails to advance funding package ahead of shutdown deadline 

By Jackson Richman & Nathan Worcester Contributing Writers   WASHINGTON — The Senate failed to advance a spending package on Thursday after Democrats said they would not support the measure because it included funding for the Department of Homeland Security,…

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Read more about the article Symphony Orchestra announces Young Soloist winners 
The Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra plays music at their "Sounds of the Season" concert at Canyon High School in Canyon Country, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Symphony Orchestra announces Young Soloist winners 

News release  The Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra has announced the winners of its second annual Young Soloist Competition, celebrating the talent of young musicians from the community and surrounding areas.   This year’s winners are Sora…

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Read more about the article Canyon Theatre Guild performing ‘South Pacific’ 
"South Pacific" at the Canyon Theatre Guild.

Canyon Theatre Guild performing ‘South Pacific’ 

News release  The Canyon Theatre Guild is performing the classic Broadway musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein's “South Pacific,” weekends through Feb. 21 in Old Town Newhall.  Set on a tropical island during World War II, this Pulitzer and Tony award winning musical is…

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Read more about the article Man released after arrest on murder warrant  

Man released after arrest on murder warrant  

A 19-year-old Newhall man who had been arrested on a murder warrant has been released, according to a spokesperson with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau.   Alejandro Trujillo was taken into custody by the LASD Community Partnerships…

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Read more about the article COC Rising Scholars program wins statewide honor  
From left: Robert L. Stewart Jr. Of the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges; Thea Sweo Alvarado, College of the Canyons interim assistant superintendent/vice president of instruction; Chancellor Sonya Christian; COC Rising Scholars Faculty Coordinator Garrett Rieck; COC Dean of Academic Innovation and Continuing Education Dianne Avery; Hildegarde B. Aguinaldo, president of the California Community Colleges board of governors; Bill Rawlings, vice president of the CCC board of governors; ASCCC President LaTonya Parker-Parnell; CCC Deputy Chancellor Rowena M. Tomaneng. Photo by Melissa Villarin.

COC Rising Scholars program wins statewide honor  

News release  The College of the Canyons Rising Scholars program has been named the 2025-26 Exemplary Program Award winner by the California Community Colleges board of governors.  The award was presented…

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Read more about the article Amber Alert issued for child abduction in SCV
Amber Alert Jan. 29, 2026

Amber Alert issued for child abduction in SCV

An Amber Alert has been issued for two children who were abducted by their mother Wednesday in Santa Clarita, according to the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department.  Officials with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station said the…

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Read more about the article Bill Miranda | Creativity on Display in Santa Clarita 

Bill Miranda | Creativity on Display in Santa Clarita 

Santa Clarita is home to a vibrant and diverse arts scene that continues to inspire connection, creativity and discovery. From six rotating gallery spaces throughout the city to public art installations that enhance…

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Read more about the article City to talk terms again with Newhall developer
The Santa Clarita City Council’s vote authorized staff to work on the sale of several city-owned parcels to Serrano, the city’s partner of choice for a 300-space parking structure.

City to talk terms again with Newhall developer

Santa Clarita officials can now negotiate a deal that would book-end the revitalization of Downtown Newhall, with Tuesday’s authorization from the City Council to discuss terms exclusively with Serrano Development Group.  The plans involve…

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Read more about the article Finally Family Homes opens an ‘Oasis’ in Newhall 
Christina Dronen (C, holding scissors) cuts the ribbon at the Finally Family Homes Oasis Resource Center ribbon cutting in Newhall, Calif., Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Finally Family Homes opens an ‘Oasis’ in Newhall 

Finally Family Homes has opened its “Oasis Resource Center” in Newhall for young adults ages 18-26 who are aging out of the foster care system or facing homelessness.  Christina Dronen, founder of the nonprofit Finally Family Homes, began the…

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Read more about the article Buzz Classic Movies this week: Martha’s ‘Strange Love’ 
Film noir of the 1940s comes to Buzz Classic Movies this week with a Saturday night showing of “The Strange Love of Martha Ivers."

Buzz Classic Movies this week: Martha’s ‘Strange Love’ 

By Signal Staff  Film noir of the 1940s comes to Buzz Classic Movies this week with a Saturday night showing of “The Strange Love of Martha Ivers,” directed by Lewis Milestone and starring Barbara Stanwyck and Van…

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Read more about the article Planning kicks off for Walk to End Alzheimer’s 
Community members gathered recently for a breakfast meeting to kick off plans for the 2026 Santa Clarita Walk to End Alzheimer's.  Courtesy photo.

Planning kicks off for Walk to End Alzheimer’s 

News release  Community members gathered recently for a breakfast meeting to kick off plans for the 2026 Santa Clarita Walk to End Alzheimer's.  The meeting at The Flying Yolk restaurant in Valencia was hosted by…

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