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From ring-tailed lemurs at the Wildlife Learning Center (Courtesy Photo) to the snowy egret at the El Dorado Nature Center (Courtesy Photo) to Shambala Preserve (©AdobeStock) there are plenty of places to visit and learn about nature.

Experience Nature and Animal Sanctuaries

March 22, 2026

Imagine the soft nuzzle of a goat, the majestic roar echoing from a big cat enclosure, or the quiet rustle of wildlife along a shaded trail. For Santa Clarita families

Whether you’re looking to play games, relax at a luxurious pool or enjoy The Sports Bar for live sporting events, Chumash has plenty to offer. Photo Courtesy Chumas Casino Resort

A Great Place to Relax, Meet Friends and Play

March 22, 2026

A scenic two-hour drive from Santa Clarita can feel like a small getaway without the commitment of an overnight stay. For many Southern California residents, a day trip to Chumash

STEM open house gives young Black scholars space to discover their power

March 21, 2026

College of the Canyons’ second annual STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) open house for young Black scholars started with a lab and the Brownies of Zawadi Troop No. 3246. Gretchen Stanton, COC’s chemistry department chair, said that about three years ago,

Michael Habib, who teaches anatomy and physiology at College of the Canyons, recently served as a scientific advisor, technical closer and lead sound development advisor on the hit Netflix miniseries “The Dinosaurs.” Courtesy photo.

COC professor helps bring ‘The Dinosaurs’ to life in Netflix docuseries

March 21, 2026

News release When Michael Habib isn’t teaching anatomy and physiology at College of the Canyons, he is using his skills and expertise to help audiences around the world see dinosaurs in a new light.

Sami Kokash, 7, holds up his crafts during the Eid prayer at the City of Santa Clarita Activities Center on Friday, March 20, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Starting traditions to honor religion

March 21, 2026

After 30 days of fasting for Ramadan, Muslims around the world gathered for Eid prayer, including residents of the Santa Clarita Valley who added family-oriented celebratory elements to the occasion. Indulging in coffee and doughnuts at the Santa

Collision sends motorcyclist to hospital

March 21, 2026

A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital after a crash with a car early Saturday morning. L.A. County Fire Department spokesperson Aaron Katon said firefighters received the call about a motorcycle-versus-vehicle collision at 3:39 a.m. Saturday in the 30000 block of

COC president search narrows

March 20, 2026

Editor’s note: This story has been updated from the original published version to clarify the nature of the College of the Canyons governing board’s discussions about hiring a new superintendent-president. During the board’s discussion

Hit-and-run, assault trial to start next week

March 20, 2026

Jury selection was underway Thursday for the trial of a man accused of killing another in a 2023 hit-and-run crash on Soledad Canyon Road and then leading an attack on

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control rescued 400 dogs and 300 cats from a property in Lake Hughes Friday morning, according to a news release from the department. Screenshot from video courtesy of ABC7

L.A. County Animal Control rescues 700 dogs and cats from Lake Hughes property

March 20, 2026

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control rescued 400 dogs and 300 cats from a property in Lake Hughes Friday morning, according to a news release from the department. “This is the largest number of dogs

1 extricated, 2 women transported after head-on crash

March 20, 2026

A two-vehicle head-on collision near the Santa Clarita Valley Equestrian Center resulted in injuries to both drivers Friday morning, with one driver extricated from her vehicle. The crash was called in to the L.A. County Fire Department at 9:36 a.m. on San Francisquito Canyon Road, per

The sign in front of the William S. Hart Union High School District administrative office. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Popular senior game prompts warning

March 19, 2026

Scenes of teens running through Santa Clarita parking lots, wearing floaties and squirting water pistols — sounds harmless enough, but school and law enforcement officials are raising concerns about the appearance of hyperrealistic plastic replica

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies’ investigation into local narcotics sales led to a bust that resulted in the seizure of more than 38 pounds of drugs in the San Fernando Valley on Wednesday morning. Screenshot from SCV Sheriff's Station social media post.

Deputies: Over 38 pounds of narcotics seized

March 19, 2026

By Signal Staff Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies’ investigation into local narcotics sales led to a bust that resulted in the seizure of more than 38 pounds of drugs in the

Saugus’ Behavior Sub-Committee issues update on behavior definitions

March 19, 2026

The Saugus Union School District’s Behavior Definition Sub-Committee has concluded its mission to define what student behaviors need intervention and who, between administrators and classroom staff, should manage it. Student Support Services Director Tonya Nowakowski presented at the district’s regular board meeting Wednesday on the