Letters to the Editor
Raven Monaco | A Letter from Placerita
To our neighbors and the broader Santa Clarita community, my family has lived in Placerita Canyon for about 50 years. We’ve watched this canyon grow from open land, where property…
Letters to the Editor
Rob Kerchner | A Great Irony
One of the great ironies of our time is that 60 years after the 1960s, the “love children” spent their final years consumed with hate. Rob Kerchner Santa Clarita
The Savvy Senior | The Letter Your Loved Ones Will Treasure
Dear Savvy Senior, I want to leave something meaningful for my children and grandchildren, beyond just money or property. I’ve heard about “legacy letters,” but I don’t really know what they are or how…
The public hearing notice involved a development of 3,150 homes on nearly 800 acres east of Interstate 5, west of Castaic Lake and north of Castaic.
Northlake plan sued again over environmental concerns
The Center for Biological Diversity has once again filed a legal challenge to the Northlake project in Castaic, which opponents called the epitome of problematic “sprawl development.” The project’s developer,…
The courts
Judge warns murder defendant over miss-outs
After intentionally missing two trial dates by refusing to leave his jail cell, a defendant accused of murder received a warning from Judge Hilleri Merritt: If he refuses again, they…
Saugus Union School District Teacher Tribute honorees at the 42 annual Teacher Tribute on Friday May 8, 2026. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Teacher Tribute celebrates 42 years
Continuing a decades-old Santa Clarita Valley tradition, the SCV Education Foundation welcomed educators and aspiring teachers Friday evening to celebrate local education under one roof during the 42nd annual Teacher Tribute. Representatives…
Former head football coach Dave Eastham during a game against Monroe. Eastham has since stepped down from the position after a confirmation from Trinity Athletics. Photo courtesy of Trinity Athletics.
Trinity confirms football, boys’ basketball coaching openings
After a year in which both teams achieved success in their respective seasons, Trinity Classical Academy Director of Athletics Ali Aguilar confirmed that the head coach positions in the football and boys’ basketball programs are open. In a phone call with…
Attendees explore the "Rebel Moon" movie sets at Blue Cloud Movie Ranch in Santa Clarita, Calif., Monday, May 11, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
‘Lights! Camera! Action!’: Blue Cloud Movie Ranch hosts entertainment industry day
Blue Cloud Movie Ranch opened its doors for people in the entertainment industry to explore the sets that housed “American Sniper,” “Iron Man,” and “The Old Man” with Jeff Bridges on…
Musician John Morgan performs during Boots in the Park at Central Park on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Photos: Boots in the Park
Residents put on their boots and hats and walked over to Central Park on Saturday for Boots in the Park. With a lineup of live music, attendees enjoyed food trucks,…
After the Net Metering Fight, Yehuda Gittelson on Where Maine’s Solar Market Actually Stands
For a few years, Maine had a story it could tell about community solar. By the end of 2025, the state held more community solar capacity per capita than anywhere…
The College of the Canyons University Center. Courtesy photo.
COC board to consider new courses, ECE Center tuition hikes
The College of the Canyons’ regular board meeting Wednesday features a special presentation from the Music Department, a vote on new programming at the college, Early Childhood Education program tuition changes and updates…
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HMNH appoints Kelly Galbo as VP and chief nursing officer
News release Kelly Galbo has been appointed vice president and chief nursing officer of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, the hospital announced in a news release. “Galbo brings extensive experience in nursing leadership, with a strong…
Golden Valley singles player Maxim Van Rooy returns the ball during the quarter finals of the CIF-SS boys’ tennis playoffs against San Marcos at Golden Valley High School on Monday, May 11, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
Boys’ tennis quarterfinals roundup: 3 local teams defeated, eliminated from CIF
After the Saugus Centurions, Golden Valley Grizzlies and Valencia Vikings advanced past the second round and into the quarterfinals of the boys’ tennis California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section playoffs Friday, all three teams were defeated in their respective matchups on Monday. Here are scores from Monday’s quarterfinals: La…
Signal file photo
Whitesides bill aims to protect SCV from mining impacts
News release Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, has introduced the Containing Effects of Mining Extraction (CEMEx) Act, which would address the potential harms caused by large-scale mining operations near populated areas, according…
The courts
Supreme Court extends order allowing access to abortion pill
By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday extended its order allowing a popular abortion pill to continue to be sent in the mail, after a federal appeals…
Santa Clarita Valley business news
Chamber receives President’s Circle Award
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce has been named a recipient of the 2026 President’s Circle Award by the California Chamber of Commerce, honoring the organization’s exceptional…
Trump heading to China for high-stakes summit with Xi
By Emel Akan Contributing Writer WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump was set to depart Washington on Tuesday afternoon for China, where he is scheduled to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a high-stakes summit. Trump’s May 13-15 trip marks the…
The courts
Supreme Court clears way for Alabama to adopt House map that removes majority-Black district
By Matthew Vadum Contributing Writer The U.S. Supreme Court late on Monday cleared the way for Alabama to redraw its congressional election map to comply with the court’s landmark ruling limiting the use of…
Ideally, creating a kitchen that allows you to age in place should start well before it’s needed. Consider incorporating key features whenever you’re doing renovations to your kitchen. Adobe Stock Photo.
Aging in place: Kitchen retrofits and renovations that work
By Sandy Lindsey Contributing writer Ideally, creating a kitchen that allows you to age in place should start well before it’s needed. Consider incorporating key features whenever you’re doing renovations to your kitchen. If you…
How Kelli Stavast Helped a Las Vegas St Jude Fundraiser Break the Million-Dollar Barrier
Viva St. Jude had a number problem. The Las Vegas fundraising weekend for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital had been running for years, had a loyal volunteer committee, had the…