All Hart district comprehensive high schools named to AP School Honor Roll 

News release  The William S. Hart Union High School District's seven comprehensive high schools all have been named to the 2025 Advanced Placement School Honor Roll.   “This prestigious recognition by the College Board…

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Read more about the article Top law firm chairman resigns after release of Epstein emails 
Jeffrey Epstein on March 28, 2017. Photo: New York State Sex Offender Registry

Top law firm chairman resigns after release of Epstein emails 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison said on Wednesday that its chairman has resigned, after emails he exchanged with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were made public.  Brad Karp decided…

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Read more about the article Mobile clinic treats plagiocephaly weekly 
Patients come in to have their head shape measured for custom-made helmets at the The DOC Van on Feb. 3, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Mobile clinic treats plagiocephaly weekly 

It’s no head scratcher that a solution for plagiocephaly, otherwise known as flat head syndrome, should be available to families.   In an effort to make access easier for patients, Cranial Technologies is not only creating…

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Read more about the article Republicans, Democrats grapple with DHS bill ahead of funding deadline 
The U.S. Capitol building after a snowstorm in Washington on Jan. 28, 2026. Photo by Madalina Kilroy.

Republicans, Democrats grapple with DHS bill ahead of funding deadline 

By Joseph Lord, Nathan Worcester Contributing Writers  WASHINGTON — Congress on Thursday continued to work on a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security as members in both chambers remain at odds on the path forward.  Democrats…

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‘Many signs that religion is coming back,’ Trump says at National Prayer Breakfast 

By Emel Akan Contributing Writer  WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump spoke at the annual National Prayer Breakfast at the Washington Hilton on Thursday, where he touted his efforts to protect Christians around the world and…

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Read more about the article No public sign of response to Savannah Guthrie’s video as search for missing mother continues 
On Wednesday, Savannah Guthrie, who has not hosted the “Today” show since her mother went missing, released a video on social media in response to reports of alleged ransom notes being sent to media outlets. Screenshot from Instagram.

No public sign of response to Savannah Guthrie’s video as search for missing mother continues 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer   There was no public sign on Thursday of a response to “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s message to anyone who may have abducted her 84-year-old mother.  Nancy Guthrie,…

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County parks to hold Black History Month celebrations 

News release  The Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating Black History Month through Feb. 28 with free programs and events at 59 parks throughout Los Angeles County, including several in the Santa Clarita Valley.  The month-long celebration honors the…

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Read more about the article ‘Saving Wildlife’ on exhibit at Newhall Library 
“To Heaven” by Sherif Hakeem.

‘Saving Wildlife’ on exhibit at Newhall Library 

News release The city of Santa Clarita is presenting its latest art exhibition, “Saving Endangered Wildlife Through Fine Art,” by Sherif Hakeem, on display now through Monday, March 30, at the Santa Clarita Public Library Old Town Newhall Library Branch (24500 Main St.).   This exhibition…

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Read more about the article Cowboy Festival returning to Hart Park April 18-19 
Brayden Thornbury, 12, uses a rope as a lasso during the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival at William S. Hart Regional Park on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Cowboy Festival returning to Hart Park April 18-19 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita is gearing up to celebrate a milestone as the 30th Anniversary Cowboy Festival returns on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  …

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Read more about the article Buzz Classic Movies this week: ‘My Favorite Brunette’ 
"My Favorite Brunette," 1947 movie poster.

Buzz Classic Movies this week: ‘My Favorite Brunette’ 

By Signal Staff  Bob Hope comes to Buzz Classic Movies this week with a Saturday night showing of the 1947 romantic comedy and film noir parody, “My Favorite Brunette.”  “It’s full of gags and…

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Marsha McLean | More Affordable Rides, a More Resilient Transit System 

Public transportation plays an important role in how our community moves, connects and grows. Whether our residents rely on transit every day or simply use it occasionally to get to work, school or city events,…

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