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Here’s what teens think
"What are teenagers thinking!?" Hundreds of plagued parents packed the Hyatt Valencia seeking the answer to that question Wednesday. Tina Bryson told a crowd of more than 600 to consider the biological changes teens experience and start asking the question: "What's going on in their brains?" The city-sponsored Blue Ribbon Task Force sponsored the annual Teen Scene Unplugged event that aims to help parents and teens better understand each other. Bryson, who specializes in interpersonal ...
UPDATED: Alleged robbery attempt turns deadly in Newhall
A man was killed during an alleged robbery attempt this morning in Newhall, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff's officials.
Lots to cheer about — but no cheerleaders
College of the Canyons football fans have a lot to cheer about lately with the Cougars' three blow-out victories against opponents in the first three games of the season.
Motorcyclist dies after collision with dump truck
Motorcyclist Juan Garcia Zavala, 24 of Canyon Country, collided with a dump truck on Kelly Johnson Parkway and died on the scene Thursday morning, a sheriff's official said.
Alamo arrested in Arizona
Moments before FBI agents arrested evangelist Tony Alamo in Flagstaff, Ariz., Thursday, he completed an interview with The Signal.
Four more accuse coach of assault
Four Hart high school district girls joined the list of alleged victims in the Kevin Lamont Thomas sexual assault case this week, an LAPD detective said Thursday.
Metrolink station gets a facelift
The Via Princessa Metrolink Station recently underwent numerous improvements and upgrades, including the addition of a 1,100 square-foot building with a men's restroom and women's restroom, a guard office and a janitor's closet. There were also handicap parking upgrades and accessibility improvements.
Shelter to open on time
Tim Davis and Andy Pattantyus weren't rushing home Wednesday to get a jump on Thanksgiving. The pair spent their time accepting donations and setting up the Santa Clarita Emergency Winter Shelter for the 2008-09 season.
Thanksgiving back
More than 400 people enjoyed a free Thanksgiving dinner at the Santa Clarita Community Center Tuesday.
Gray, rainy days hit the valley
The Santa Clarita Valley received a thorough soaking Wednesday as a storm passed through the area, a weather official said.
Deputies collar would-be thieves
Santa Clarita Valley sheriff's deputies teamed with local citizens to thwart an alleged criminal theft ring Wednesday morning, a sheriff's statement said.
Alcohol, anger fuels brother's stabbing
Alcohol and an argument allegedly fueled a knife fight that sent one man to the hospital and another away in handcuffs, sheriff's officials said.
No charges in 2007 I-5 truck tunnel crash
The Los Angeles District Attorney's office found insufficient evidence to charge Jose Reyes, a truck driver involved in the Tunnel fire, with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter, according to a DA statement.
Central Park scores itself a new board
The city of Santa Clarita installed the first softball scoreboard at Central Park on Championship Field No. 2.
School: Give us back that bell
A local school district that gave up its historic school bell 30 years ago now wants it back. The bronze bell, first hung at Saugus Elementary School in 1908, now graces the Jan Heidt Metrolink Station in Newhall. But the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society is reluctant to part with it. City Council members voted 3-2 this week to submit a letter to the society requesting that the historical bell be returned to the Saugus ...
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Judge: Water purchase complaint remains valid
A state administrative law judge has refused to throw out an environmental group's complaint over a Santa Clarita Valley water district deal.
Today in the SCV: Tuesday, Feb. 26 2013
Circle of Hope support group
CORRECTION: Aircraft in skies part of memorial service
A brief that posted Saturday online and published Sunday in The Signal incorrectly reported the individual for whom a memorial flyover was conducted Saturday.
UPDATE: Keene sentenced to 10 years in drunken-driving death of neighbor
Dennis Dean Keene, the Agua Dulce man convicted in October of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated in the death of his neighbor, Lori Lindlief, was sentenced Monday to 10 years in state prison.
'Friday Night Lights' to ignite again this week
Junior high school students are invited to the second "Friday Night Lights" at the Canyon Country Community Center this week, featuring XerGames wall-based interactive games, a social media contests and other activities, an organizer said.
UPDATE: Preliminary report says chopper pitched forward
A helicopter that crashed during a reality TV production this month suddenly pitched down and hit the ground about a minute after taking off in early morning darkness, a preliminary report said Monday.
Hearing delayed in Sand Canyon street racer case
The murder case against two alleged Sand Canyon street racers was delayed a week, a court clerk said Monday.
UPDATE: 2 CalArts grads win Oscars for ‘Brave’
Two California Institute of the Arts graduates have collected Academy Awards for the Best Animated Feature Film "Brave," a CalArts spokeswoman said Monday.
Interstate 5 lanes to be closed this week
Santa Clarita - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) plans to close the lanes listed below as part of a $72 million project that is constructing a truck lane on southbound I-5 between Pico Canyon Road/Lyons Avenue and the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14). Ramp closures will be staggered. Closures are subject to change. Detours will be signed.
Sequestration: Minimal Overall Impact to Los Angeles County Services
With across-the-board sequestration spending cuts scheduled to be imposed on March 1, 2013, Los Angeles County has completed a review of the potential financial threats the sequester poses to the nation's largest local government agency.
Tiny steps for tiny dancers
Students were introduced to tap, ballet and tumbling techniques as part of American Heart Month to promote good health and exercise during a dance class on Feb. 19.
Today in the SCV: Monday, Feb. 25, 2013
Today in the SCV
Race to support students
Little feet made big strides Sunday as scores of kids took part in the WiSH Education Foundation Run For Gold races in Newhall.
Police searching for 3 muggers
A man was mugged at gunpoint for his iPod and cash in Canyon Country Sunday afternoon, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Man charged with reckless driving
A driver clocked speeding close to 100 mph through city streets, past Central Park and Saugus High School and through one red light, has been charged with reckless driving, according to a report filed by a local sheriff's deputy.
