Andrew Taban | 250 Years, and the Missing Excitement
July 7, 2026 3:04 am
Hello reader, and here we are in July, where I hope you and your loved ones had a beautiful and celebratory July 4th holiday celebrating 250 years of our great
Coronavirus
COVID-19 Comprehensive Coverage Summary
COVID-19: The Numbers
Cases Updated: monday, march 21, 2022 (These numbers were updated on a daily basis for two years, ending March 21, 2022)
Los Angeles County
2,825,423
Total Cases
31,491
Deaths
Santa Clarita Valley
71,891
Total Cases
453
Deaths
77.8%
Vaccinated
% Vaccinated Updated: JAN. 30, 2022
Latest News
Meg Reynolds | Romanticizing Communism
July 7, 2026 3:03 am
My husband Bill was drafted into the U.S. Army and sent to Vietnam, where he spent a year fighting communism in brutal conditions. He returned home alive, with only a
Eve Jones | Not Enough Diversity
July 7, 2026 3:01 am
I am expressing my dissatisfaction over the lack of diversity in many areas at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center. For years, in the entertainment sector, the Senior Center has
Dan Walters | How Will DOJ Probe Impact Newsom?
July 7, 2026 2:59 am
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently revealed in a video and a social media post that the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating him and his wife, framing it as a political
Watch parties to continue as U.S. run comes to end
July 6, 2026 8:01 pm
Fans of the “beautiful game” gathered at Patron’s in patriotic garb Monday as the U.S. Men’s National Team took on Belgium. While the result might not have been what fans
Temps to rise through Friday
July 6, 2026 7:41 pm
L.A. County Public Health officials warned that temperatures are on the rise throughout the county this week, passing along a heat advisory from the National Weather Service. Lisa Phillips, NWS meteorologist, said
Graphic Snapshots
Visualize trends and impacts of coronavirus cases, deaths, and hospitalizations over time for the Los Angeles County and Santa Clarita Valley.
Community
CDCR conducts drills in preparation for fire season
June 2, 2026 4:08 pm
Fire season has started, and to better combat the wildfires that take place in the coming months, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, in addition to the Los Angeles
False alarm at Saugus Starbucks
July 16, 2025 9:54 am
Firefighters responded to reports of a fire Wednesday morning at the Starbucks on Seco Canyon Road in Saugus but found no flames or smoke, a Los Angeles County Fire Department
Barger highlights deputy wellness, public safety, homeless reform at State of the County
July 2, 2025 5:09 pm
Deputy wellness, homeless reform, the nation’s first Arts and Veterans Center in Newhall and public safety were among topics in Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s State of the County
Education
Star Party celebrates academic inquiry, future STEM professionals
April 30, 2026 3:15 pm
The College of the Canyons’ spring Star Party brought young academics, teachers and researchers together at what’s necessarily a time of great change for students. Many of COC’s science club members, crowding tables set up in a big square in the courtyard outside the
Saugus district to hold special meeting for superintendent candidate interviews
March 25, 2026 11:58 am
The Saugus Union School District is scheduled to host a special meeting on Thursday morning to conduct interviews for the new superintendent who will replace the retiring Superintendent Colleen Hawkins. Hawkins announced her retirement in November, stating it
Castaic school board elects new president, clerk
December 22, 2025 5:04 pm
The Castaic Union School District governing board elected a new president and clerk during the board’s organizational meeting last week. Laura Pearson was elected president, while Erik Richardson was elected clerk. Vincent Titiriga was elected the “presiding officer in the
Local Businesses
VIA gears up for Active Shooter Preparedness Update luncheon
February 8, 2024 3:26 pm
The Valley Industry Association Active Shooter Preparedness Update luncheon is scheduled to provide discussions regarding community safety and preparedness at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Tuesday, Feb. 20, from 11:45
SCV Chamber Awards and Installation Dinner recognizes local leaders for 101st year
February 6, 2024 5:51 pm
Award recipients and business representatives from throughout the Santa Clarita Valley attended the SCV Chamber of Commerce 2024 Awards and Installation dinner at the Hyatt Regency Valencia, marking the chamber’s
SCV Chamber of Commerce honors Black business
September 1, 2023 1:27 pm
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce honored two local businesses as part of its Black Business Month Celebration at a ceremony at California Institute of the Arts on Thursday
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Water main bursts off McBean Parkway
February 6, 2025 2:08 pm
A water main break briefly flooded a portion of McBean Parkway between Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital and Valencia Boulevard Thursday at about 11 a.m. “It was a water main break
Henry Mayo welcomes first baby of 2025
January 1, 2025 5:36 pm
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia welcomed its first baby of the year at 10:54 a.m. on Wednesday, hospital officials said. According to Patrick Moody, Henry Mayo’s director of marketing
Photos: Holiday Home Tour Gala
December 5, 2023 10:53 am
On Friday, Dec. 1, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital held the Holiday Home Tour Gala at the Hyatt Regency Valencia. Funds raised go towards the Center for Women and Newborns. Gala
Sports & Events
West Ranch graduate makes USA Volleyball U19 National Team
July 3, 2025 3:45 pm
West Ranch High School graduate Noah Douphner of Stevenson Ranch is one of 12 players from around the country who made the USA Volleyball Boys U19 National Team. According to
Excitement for Super Bowl roars through SCV
February 9, 2025 6:04 pm
Good food, cold drinks and a bunch of cheers were just some of the festivities going on at Schooners Patio Grille for the Super Bowl LIX on Sunday. The energy
Moorpark files appeal of championship loss to Hart
May 23, 2024 7:06 pm
The Moorpark Unified School District confirmed Thursday it was challenging the result of the Moorpark High baseball team’s loss to Hart High School in the CIF-Southern Section Division II
Grocery & Food Services
Spokesmen: Ports of L.A., Long Beach prepared for dockworkers’ strike
September 30, 2024 12:47 pm
The looming dockworkers’ strike on the East and Gulf coasts has diverted freight to the West Coast, but representatives of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach said it shouldn’t
Grocery prices surge amid product shortage
November 14, 2021 8:00 am
Stevenson Ranch resident Vicki Rivera used to love going grocery shopping, opting to shop for each meal rather than getting all her groceries at once, but since the pandemic hit,
Free food distribution scheduled in Castaic
September 5, 2021 3:40 pm
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s office is again partnering with the L.A. Regional Food Bank to host a free food distribution event at Castaic Lake Wednesday. The drive-thru food
Senior Centers
Cards from the heart
December 22, 2021 12:46 pm
There’s a group of mischievous, giggling and sweet girls on the loose spreading Christmas cheer. The girls, some in their pajamas, were last seen dropping off holiday cards and art for
Bella Vida to host free COVID-19 vaccination event
April 20, 2021 4:56 pm
The Bella Vida Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is hosting a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic for anyone 18 and older May 1. Those eligible to receive vaccinations are local residents
Senior Center’s slate of April events announced
April 6, 2021 5:48 pm
The Bella Vida Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center has announced its lineup of drive-in events for April, which seniors can attend from the safety of their vehicles. Car concert Have
Looking for something to eat?
Here’s an interactive map showing many the Santa Clarita Valley restaurants and food establishments that are open and serving. If you’d like to be added, please let us know by contacting [email protected].
By the Numbers
Supervisor issues statement opposing ‘forthcoming’ mask mandate
July 25, 2022 7:30 pm
In an open letter issued on Monday, Supervisor Kathryn Barger voiced her opposition to a “forthcoming masking mandate,” saying that the possible move was not supported by “empirical evidence.” The
L.A. County to continue requiring masks on public transit
April 21, 2022 6:48 pm
L.A. County Public Health Department officials emphasized Thursday that masking on public transit and in indoor transportation hubs would still be required within the county. “Per the revised order, masking
County public health officials encourage safety measures as COVID BA.2 subvariant circulates
April 4, 2022 3:03 pm
By Karen Marroquin Signal Staff Writer Los Angeles County Public Health officials are encouraging those susceptible to severe illness from COVID-19, such as those who are unvaccinated, immunocompromised or have underlying
Testing
Health officials recommend receiving annual flu vaccine
January 5, 2022 6:56 pm
Many Americans are focused on preventing coronavirus, but forget that winter is peak influenza season and the need to get a flu shot is still crucial in preventing infections. Peak flu infections
Antibody treatments can help fight COVID-19
January 4, 2022 9:43 am
As the winter surge in cases continues, COVID-19 testing along with monoclonal antibody treatments have become harder to come by. Locally, COVID-19 testing lines could be seen wrapping through and
California requires COVID-19 boosters for health care workers as L.A. County reports more than 6,500 new cases
December 22, 2021 11:51 am
With COVID-19 cases on the rise statewide — including rapidly in Los Angeles County — as a winter surge takes hold, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced officially Wednesday that health care
Resources
Val Verde Park hosts household and e-waste collection
November 10, 2023 4:19 pm
Local residents are encouraged to dispose of hazardous household and e-waste items at Val Verde Park on Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. According to a Los Angeles County
Valencia Hills Community Church to educate on Social Security benefits
June 8, 2023 12:50 pm
Valencia Hills Community Church is set to host an in-person class educating attendees on the benefits that the Social Security system can offer to those unable to work or looking
Trash Talk: VIA hosts in-depth discussion about SCV’s new waste disposal and sorting
April 7, 2023 8:05 pm
Santa Clarita’s garbage disposal system is set to face major changes in compliance with Senate Bill 1383, affecting residents and businesses alike. The Valley Industry Association hosted a panel of
Local Government
County OKs Sterling Ranch with 3 conditions
October 24, 2023 10:44 pm
County supervisors Tuesday approved Sterling Ranch Estates, a 222-home planned community slated for Val Verde, on three conditions, during an appeal hearing. Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger authored a read-in
Los Angeles County declares overdose crisis on National Opioid Awareness Day
September 21, 2023 4:41 pm
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health came together with county officials, educators and community partners on Thursday, National Opioid Awareness Day, to address the crisis that is “breaking
City OKs $322M budget
June 14, 2023 4:24 pm
The city’s annual budget surpassed the $300-million mark Tuesday, with City Manager Ken Striplin calling the $322 million spending plan a far cry from one of the city’s first budgets,
State Government
Bouquet Canyon Creek Recovery Project Planning awarded $12 million
September 8, 2023 2:13 pm
Approximately $12 million for the Bouquet Canyon Creek Recovery Project was unanimously approved in a State Wildlife Conservation Board meeting on Aug. 24 after a decade of complaints from Bouquet
Newsom announces COVID-19 state of emergency will end in February
October 17, 2022 5:22 pm
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the COVID-19 state of emergency will end early next year, according to a statement released from his office. The state of emergency was declared
Wilk, Valladares: ‘State of the state’ is unbalanced
July 7, 2022 5:31 pm
Senate Republican Leader Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, and Assemblywoman Suzette Martinez Valladares, R-Santa Clarita, said during a State of the State luncheon Thursday afternoon in Valencia that California is not
Federal Government
RFK Jr. announces repeal of policy that rewarded hospitals for reporting staff vaccination rates
August 4, 2025 11:57 am
By Jeff Louderback Contributing Writer In his department’s latest move related to vaccine-related reform, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Friday announced more repeals of federal policy
Bouquet Canyon Creek Recovery Project Planning awarded $12 million
September 8, 2023 2:13 pm
Approximately $12 million for the Bouquet Canyon Creek Recovery Project was unanimously approved in a State Wildlife Conservation Board meeting on Aug. 24 after a decade of complaints from Bouquet
Feds give $2.6 million for SCV traffic enhancement projects
March 31, 2022 12:27 am
Two upcoming traffic enhancement projects in the city of Santa Clarita are planned to address safety concerns and traffic in problematic areas, and the city will soon receive about $2.6
Stories in Spanish
Spanish Weekly Roundup | Newsom firma paquete para financiar la reapertura de escuelas
March 5, 2021 6:48 pm
By Tammy Murga y Lauren Budman El gobernador Gavin Newsom dijo que el viernes ahora es el momento adecuado para que los estudiantes de California regresen al aprendizaje en persona,
Weekly Spanish Roundup | El condado se prepara para vacunar la próxima fase, regresan los deportes al aire libre
February 26, 2021 8:42 pm
Por Tammy Murga y Lauren Budman Los funcionarios de salud pública del condado de Los Ángeles se preparan para ampliar la elegibilidad de la vacuna para incluir tres sectores más
Weekly Spanish news roundup | Salud pública explica las pautas para la reapertura de escuelas
February 19, 2021 9:08 pm
Por Tammy Murga y Lauren Budman Los funcionarios del Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Los Ángeles establecieron pautas que permitirían a las escuelas primarias volver a la instrucción