2026 midterms: The latest on the redistricting battles 

By Jackson Richman and Joseph Lord Contributing Writers  Despite the midterm season underway, the lines of congressional maps have not been finalized as redistricting battles continue nationwide.  Since Texas’ opening salvo, lawmakers in both parties…

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Read more about the article Iran announces Strait of Hormuz is fully open during ceasefire 
Analysts say that seizing Qeshm Island at the mouth of the Strait of Hormuz could weaken Iran’s ability to disrupt maritime traffic. The island is seen here in a satellite image on Aug. 23, 2000. (NASA)

Iran announces Strait of Hormuz is fully open during ceasefire 

Trump says US will ‘get all nuclear dust’ from Iran  By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer  Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Araghchi has announced that, for the duration of the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and…

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Read more about the article 7-Eleven plans to close 645 locations in North America 
Adalyn Rodriguez, 7, fills her free Slurpee cup with the Piña Colada flavor for National 7-Eleven Day at the Valencia location on Newhall Ranch Road on Monday, July 11, 2022. Chris Torres/The Signal

7-Eleven plans to close 645 locations in North America 

By Bill Pan Contributing Writer   Convenience store giant 7-Eleven is set to close hundreds of locations across North America during its current fiscal year.  In its fourth-quarter earnings report released on April…

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Read more about the article Vehicle fire shuts down street 
FILE PHOTO A Los Angeles County Fire Department truck moves quickly to scene. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Vehicle fire shuts down street 

A vehicle fire prompted the closure of Needham Ranch Parkway at Newhall Avenue on Friday morning, according to sheriff’s and fire officials.   The Los Angeles County Fire Department was dispatched to the intersection in…

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Local Creators, Businesses, and Hobbyists: Tripo Studio’s AI 3D Tools Are Changing the Game in Santa Clarita

Santa Clarita is home to a thriving community of creators, small businesses, and hobbyists—from local artists and photographers to boutique shop owners and student designers. But for many of us,…

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How the choices made by hospital leaders in private meetings affect the patient care you receive

Most people only engage with hospitals while they are in a waiting room, filling out discharge papers, getting an invoice, or having a short conversation with a doctor who seems…

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Phenomenon Studio: How Generative UI and AI Design Systems Are Redefining Website Redesign Services in 2026

Key Takeaways 47% Faster Redesign Cycles: AI-assisted design workflows combined with mature design systems now cut website redesign timelines nearly in half. Teams using AI coding assistants report 48–58% faster…

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Read more about the article COC celebrates iCUE renaming in memory of Cusumano  
Gary Cusumano, left, and his daughter Toni Cusumano at the College of the Canyons' Institute for Culinary Education's naming ceremony on April 16, 2026. Susan Monaghan/The Signal

COC celebrates iCUE renaming in memory of Cusumano  

The College of the Canyons culinary program is all about giving the students driven by initiative exactly what they need to succeed as working chefs, bakers and sommeliers.  That’s according to Gary…

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Read more about the article City cancels both Planning Commission meetings in April 
The second vantage point, which is seen from Golden Valley High School, was showcased during the tour conducted by the Planning Commission on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

City cancels both Planning Commission meetings in April 

The Planning Commission is not meeting in April, according to the city’s website, with the city posting online this week that the April 21 meeting was cancelled.   The body is…

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Read more about the article Saugus’ Matt Long leads Centurions to road win over Hart  
Saugus’ JD Lawless (5) reaches home base ahead of Hart’s Anthony Cavarretta (44), who attempts to make the out during Wednesday’s game on April 15, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Saugus’ Matt Long leads Centurions to road win over Hart  

All season long, the Centurions’ offense has been a lineup that opposing Foothill League pitchers have been unable to stop.   After the Saugus offense tagged three runs in the first inning, the Centurions powered though the Hawks’…

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Read more about the article 2 transported after roof partially collapses at Valencia restaurant  
First responders were dispatched to a call for a structure trench rescue on the 24200 block of west Valencia Boulevard, Thursday, April 16, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

2 transported after roof partially collapses at Valencia restaurant  

At least two people were transported to the hospital following a partial roof collapsing and hitting them with tiles at a restaurant on the 24200 block of west Valencia Boulevard on Thursday afternoon,…

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The Science Behind CoComelon’s Music-First Approach, and What the UCLA Partnership Means for It 

Image Credit: CoComelon Before a child can read a word, identify a number, or name a color with confidence, something else is already happening. Rhythm is organizing the brain. The capacity to detect patterns in…

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Read more about the article US broadens Iran blockade to allow boarding, seizure of ships worldwide  
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) sails in the Arabian Sea during Operation Epic Fury, on March 18, 2026. U.S. Navy

US broadens Iran blockade to allow boarding, seizure of ships worldwide  

By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer   The United States has significantly expanded the scope of its naval blockade on Iran, signaling that vessels linked to Tehran can now be boarded, searched and…

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