Labor Department launches ‘major investigation’ into H-1B visa fraud 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  The Trump administration this week launched what it described as a “major investigation” into alleged fraud in the H-1B visa system, along with an investigation into human trafficking…

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Read more about the article Court told Kirk shooting suspect confessed to roommate 
Tyler Robinson speaks with his attorney Kathryn Nester during a hearing for Robinson, accused in the fatal shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, in 4th District Court in Provo, Utah, on April 17, 2026. Trent Nelson/Pool via Reuters

Court told Kirk shooting suspect confessed to roommate 

By Darlene McCormick Sanchez Contributing Writer  In dramatic audio testimony, defendant Tyler Robinson’s former roommate said Robinson cried and regretted his actions after conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was killed by a…

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Read more about the article CTG STARS Presents Disney’s ‘High School Musical Jr.’ 
Canyon Theatre Guild’s STARS program is presenting the smash hit Disney’s “High School Musical JR.” for a two-weekend run opening Saturday. Courtesy photo.

CTG STARS Presents Disney’s ‘High School Musical Jr.’ 

News release  Canyon Theatre Guild’s STARS program is presenting the smash hit Disney’s “High School Musical JR.” for a two-weekend run opening Saturday.   “It’s the first day after winter break at East High. With stellar music and a magic filled story, you won’t want to miss…

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Read more about the article Concerts in the park return Saturday 
Attendees enjoy the music during final installment of the year of Concerts in the Park, as well as its 35th year celebration at Central Park on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Concerts in the park return Saturday 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita’s Concerts in the Park returns to Central Park (27150 Bouquet Canyon Road) this Saturday, kicking off eight weeks of free live music, food and summer nights under the stars.   The city is…

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Read more about the article Buzz Classic Movies this week: ‘The Last Time I Saw Paris’ 
"The Last Time I Saw Paris" (1954). Screenshot.

Buzz Classic Movies this week: ‘The Last Time I Saw Paris’ 

By Signal Staff  Postwar romance and drama come to Buzz Classic Movies on Saturday night with a streaming presentation of “The Last Time I Saw Paris,” starring Van Johnson, Elizabeth Taylor and Donna Reed.   The 1954 drama has earned a 70% critics…

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Read more about the article ‘Seascapes’ on exhibit at City Hall 
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‘Seascapes’ on exhibit at City Hall 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita’s latest art exhibition, “Seascapes,” is on display through Aug. 12 at City Hall (23920 Valencia Blvd.) in the First Floor Gallery.   This juried showcase celebrates the beauty and power of the ocean, inviting viewers to reflect on…

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Read more about the article Downs eyes one last Pony World Series run with Hart 7U team  
The Hard Red 7U Team following their regional championship win. Photo courtesy of Hart Pony Baseball.

Downs eyes one last Pony World Series run with Hart 7U team  

After the Hart Pony League 7U Red Tournament team won the regional title in late June, the group is looking to continue its world series championship journey this weekend at the7U Pony World Series in Camarillo.   Longtime coach Pat Downs, who’s coached local youth baseball in the Santa Clarita Valley since the 1980s and is skipper…

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Read more about the article West Ranch’s Lauren Lamb becomes first Foothill League girls’ player named USA lacrosse All-American  
West Ranch's Lauren Lamb (31) in the first round of the CIF Southern Section Division 2 playoffs held at West Ranch High School on Monday, April 28, 2025. Tyler Wainfeld/The Signal.

West Ranch’s Lauren Lamb becomes first Foothill League girls’ player named USA lacrosse All-American  

West Ranch graduate Lauren Lamb was named as a USA Lacrosse all-American and was selected as one of 600 of the country’s best players for their accomplishments for the 2026 high school girls’ lacrosse season, USA Lacrosse…

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Read more about the article Brian Patenaude named as new Saugus girls’ lacrosse coach  
Brian Patenaude has been named the new head coach of the Saugus girls' lacrosse. Photo courtesy of Brian Patenaude.

Brian Patenaude named as new Saugus girls’ lacrosse coach  

Following the departure of Chris Quinlan, Brian Patenaude was named the new head coach for the Saugus girls’ lacrosse program.  Patenaude, who was the head coach of the Santa Monica girls’ lacrosse team from 2018 to 2026, is set…

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Read more about the article Applications open for SCV Sheriff’s Deputy Explorer Program 
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Applications open for SCV Sheriff’s Deputy Explorer Program 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is actively recruiting for the next L.A. County Sheriff’s Department Explorer Academy.   The Explorer Program provides young adults ages 14-19 with hands-on exposure to law…

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Read more about the article Planning Commission irked by Belcaro schedule 
Members of the Planning Commission discussed the timing of Tuesday's hearing, which was the same day a 7,000-page report on the project came out. Perry Smith/The Signal

Planning Commission irked by Belcaro schedule 

Several members of the Planning Commission expressed concern Tuesday about the discussion of the Belcaro of Sand Canyon project at City Hall, questioning why the meeting was held the same day a more-than-7,000-page report on the project was…

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Read more about the article Heat wave expected to continue into next week 
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Heat wave expected to continue into next week 

News release  The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is urging residents to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness — such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and heat cramps — as high temperatures are forecast to continue impacting the region.   The National Weather Service…

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