How to Navigate Modern Investment Scams
Image Credit: Unsplash Byline: Will Jones With new technological tools have come new methods of scamming. The best way to avoid falling into such a financial trap is to familiarize yourself…
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) speaks to reporters at the media filing center and spin room at the Pennsylvania Convention Center ahead of the presidential debate between Republican nominee former President Donald J. Trump and Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris in Philadelphia, Pa., on Sept. 10, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu.
Byron Donalds to face former Republican in Florida
By John Haughey Contributing Writer Three-term U.S. House Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., and Republican-turned-Democrat David Jolly will face off in Florida’s governor election in November after winning their Tuesday primaries. Donalds,…
FILE PHOTO A Los Angeles County Fire Department truck moves quickly to scene. Katharine Lotze/The Signal
Person found dead in Newhall
A person was pronounced dead at the scene of a reported medical emergency in a Newhall shopping center on Tuesday, and officials believe the death was by suicide. Preliminary information on the incident indicated that deputies were dispatched to the 23000 block…
Hart High School dance team. Courtesy photo,.
Hart dance team to host youth clinic Aug. 29
News release The award-winning Hart High School dance team is hosting a youth clinic on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. The event…
5 Best Instagram Growth Services in 2026: How Famoid and Other Providers Compare
A strong Reel can still disappear after a few hundred views. A polished profile can still look untested when its follower count, likes, and views do not match the content.…
Gary Horton | Palling Around with Terrorists — for Real
We all remember the charge from years back, when a young Barack Obama was first running for president against John McCain and his attack-dog running mate, Sarah Palin — the…
The Savvy Senior | Smartphones made simple for seniors
Dear Savvy Senior, My 79-year-old mom just upgraded from a flip phone to a smartphone, but she’s having trouble figuring it out. Is there a way to make it easier…
Dr. Aakash Ahuja | Follow the Science: Bring Back the SAT
As a doctor, while working with patients, I never make a psychiatric diagnosis based on a hunch. I interview the patient and, based upon the clinical criteria, history and objective…
Letters to the Editor
Arthur Tom | A Double Standard on Prosecutions
Jonathan Kraut is certainly free to criticize the prosecution of David Hearn (Commentary, Aug. 11). In hindsight, there is plenty to criticize. The Justice Department eventually dropped the charge after…
Letters to the Editor
Suzie Perez | Reassuring Choice for District 2
Now that filing has closed, it looks like we’re in for an interesting election for Santa Clarita City Council. District 2 is one race I’ll be watching closely, and I…
The Office of Spill Prevention and Response shared this picture of the spill in December, shortly after the incident was reported. Courtesy
County proposing new oil, gas well moratorium
L.A. County’s Department of Regional Planning released a draft of its new oil and gas well ordinance, which would ban new wells throughout the county’s more than 2,600 square miles of…
Local dance school set to perform at Disney World’s Diwali Dance Fest 2026
Walt Disney World may be known as the happiest place on Earth, but for a local Santa Clarita dance school, excitement has reached a new level after they were selected from 600 applicants to travel…
LASD seeks help locating missing teen
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing teen last seen in Valencia on Friday night, according to a Nixle alert. Tommy Jamarion Andreatta-Valentine, described as 6 feet,…
Musical performances take place during the city of Santa Clarita’s Celebrate series which highlighted the country of Jamaica on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026 at the Canyon Country Community Center. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Photos: Celebrate series highlights Jamaica
The City of Santa Clarita came together to celebrate the vibrant culture, music and traditions of Jamaica during the latest installment of the Celebrate series held on Friday at the…
The fatal shooting occurred on the 25700 block of Vista Fairways Drive early Sunday morning in Valencia. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal
DA charges man in 2023 murder
A yearslong investigation by homicide detectives led to a one-count murder complaint being filed Friday against their first and only publicly identified suspect since the start of the investigation. The…
Quarterback Julian Carlin, pictured far right, throwing a pass to a Cowboys player during a football practice at Canyon High School. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Week 0 football preview: SCV teams gear up for season ahead
As the 2026 high school football season kicks off, local programs around the Santa Clarita Valley are gearing up for the season ahead with non-league action to start the year…
William S. Hart Union High School District football coaches respond to questions in relation to the 2026 football season during the Hart District Media Day on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 at Saugus High School. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Foothill League hosts football media day, coaches discuss changing landscape
The high school football season is just a few days away from kicking off in the Santa Clarita Valley. And for the programs in the Foothill League, local coaches and…
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West Ranch senior spends summer at Texas Tech program
West Ranch High School senior Owen Hess had the summer of a lifetime after he attended the seven-week Anthony L. Clark Scholars program at Texas Tech University. Working under Texas Tech…
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SCV dog rescued after monthlong search in Sherman Oaks
It was any normal day for Pam Sullivan’s dachshund, Ruby, until Fourth of July fireworks scared her, and she escaped the home of Sullivan’s brother, Jay, in Sherman Oaks. Sullivan was on a trip when…
Attendees listen at the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce's "The AI Advantage" seminar at 360 Suites SCV in Stevenson Ranch, Calif., Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal
SCV Chamber of Commerce hosts ‘The AI Advantage’ seminar
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce and QoS-Net hosted a seminar, “The AI Advantage,” discussing how artificial intelligence can improve daily operations for business owners, managers and working professionals at 360 Suites SCV in…