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1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
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Cold Weather Alert Issued for SCV, Parts of L.A. County Until Dec. 27
Friday, Dec 23, 2016

The County Interim Health Officer is extending a Cold Weather Alert due to the National Weather Service’s forecast for low temperatures. Wind chill temperatures are expected to be below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Affected areas include: Antelope Valley – through Tuesday, December 27 Los Angeles County...

Support ‘Great Futures’ at the Boys & Girls Club

This is a time of year infused with the spirit of giving, but the Boys & Girls Club gives young people the opportunity to build a “Great Future” everyday with programs and activities that encourage academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. With financial...

Snow Forecast Prompts Possible Grapevine Closure

A winter storm may affect holiday commuters this weekend as the Grapevine pass on Interstate 5 might close from the weather, according to CHP officials. “It’s hard to say for sure (if the pass will close),” said public information officer Brian Moore of Fort Tejon’s California Highway Patrol...

Residents Encouraged to Apply for Commission Vacancies, Deadline December 27

The City is currently accepting applications for Commission vacancies. All applications and three letters of recommendation are due to the City Clerk’s Office by Tuesday, December 27 at 5 p.m. For more information regarding the vacancies click here. Notice of Vacancy Arts Commission Parks, Recreation,...

’10 Days of Cheer’ Comes to SCV Starbucks

Holiday cheer in the form of a free tall handcrafted espresso is headed to one Santa Clarita Starbucks location on Friday, December 23, as part of the coffee shop chain’s “10 Days of Cheer” promotion. From 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., the Starbucks located Bouquet Canyon and Newhall Ranch at...

LASD Reminds Community How to Further Prevent Thefts During the Holidays

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is reminding the community not to leave boxes from big ticket items, such as TVs, on the curb for trash pick-up, as it advertises to thieves what gifts are you received this holiday season. Instead of leaving an empty box on the curb to picked up, break...

CLWA Receives GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
Thursday, Dec 22, 2016

The Castaic Lake Water Agency received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award presented by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada for its Fiscal Year 2016/17 Budget. To receive the award, the budget document must be rated “proficient” in all four...

Jan. 16: Oil Painting Artist Demo at SCAA Meeting

Julie Snyder will demonstrate oil painting at the January 16 meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association (SCAA). This event is free, open to the public and meets at 6:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd. “I paint the figure, finding my subjects in many walks of life and...

Jan. 26: VIA Rocks Business Mixer at Henry Mayo Fitness & Health

VIA will be hosting a networking mixer at Henry Mayo Fitness & Health on January 26, 2017, for that month’s VIA Rocks mixer. RSVP by going to https://via.org/Calendar/EventDetails.aspx?id=873, by sending an email to admin@via.org, or by calling (661) 294-8088. For more information, email admin@via.org...

Jan. 3: Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival Tickets Go on Sale

Tickets for the 24th Annual Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival go on sale Tuesday, January 3. The Cowboy Festival takes over Old Town Newhall April 19-23 with the sights, sounds and swagger of Cowboy Life. Attendees will be surrounded by life on the American Frontier as performers serenade, vendors serve...

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Theatre Extempore will present the all time classic musical The Fantasticks, 8-10 p.m. Jan. 9-11. 15-18 at The MAIN.
Jan. 9: Premiere of The Fantasticks Presented by Theatre Extempore
West Ranch High School senior Braulio Castillo (17) never did any long-distance running before high school, but what he has accomplished in that demanding discipline since taking it up is impressive. And, so far his senior year, it is phenomenal.
West Ranch Runner Going the Distance
Powerlab Studio will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8 at 28110 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan 8: Powerlab Studio Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
B2 Entertainment will have a Cookies With Santa event, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 at 21516 Golden Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Dec. 21: Cookies With Santa at MB2 Entertainment
The College of the Canyons soccer programs will be hosting 'Friday Night Footy,' small-sided pick-up games, running on Friday evenings Jan. 2 through June 26 at the COC Soccer Facility.
Jan. 2-June 26: Cougars Soccer Programs to Host ‘Friday Night Footy’
College of the Canyons sophomore pitcher Nichole Muro will continue her academic and athletic career at Cumberland University after signing with the Phoenix softball program.
Muro Signs with Cumberland University Softball Program
College of the Canyons men's basketball won its fourth straight contest in an 80-72 affair at Napa Valley College on Monday afternoon, Dec. 15 as freshman Julius Washington led all scorers with 20 points.
Cougars Win Fourth Straight 80-72 at Napa Valley
Canyons women's basketball snapped a five-game losing streak with a 60-44 win over Diablo Valley College during the final day of action at the Napa Valley Storm Surge tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Canyons Finishes Tourney Weekend with 60-44 Win Over Diablo Valley
1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
Tom Vernon
The Newhall School District Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, Dec. 16 for its annual organiational meeting.
Newhall School Board Elects Rachelle Haddoak 2026 Board President
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department  Forensic In-Patient Step Down program’s success has led to an annual graduation that not only celebrates the participants for the progress they have made in the program but also acknowledges the department’s commitment to excellence in custody operations. 
LASD Custody Division Honors Inmates on the Path of Recovery and Success
The study of bones from the largest collection of Neandertal remains in Northern Europe has revealed evidence of selective cannibalism targeting Neandertal females and children between 41,000 and 45,000 years ago.
Research by CSUN Prof Finds Neandertal Selective Cannibalism 45,000 Years Ago
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today announced that registration is open for the second annual School Leadership to End Hate Winter Institute, co-hosted by the California Department of Education and the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education.
State Education Dept. to Address Rising Antisemitism, Hate
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was awarded a $134,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety
LASD Crime Lab Awarded Grant to Bolster Testing for DUI Cases
Southern California’s iconic Joshua trees are in bloom, and California State University, Northridge’s environmental biologists are asking the public’s help in figuring out why and what it means for the trees’ future.
CSUN Researchers Call for Public’s Help in Documenting Joshua Trees’ Surprise Out-of-Season Bloom
The Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K, set for March 1, 2026, in Santa Clarita, is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community, and giving back.
March 1: JCI Santa Clartia Holds Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K Runs
The California Department of Motor Vehicles today issued its decision in the Tesla administrative case, adopting the administrative law judge’s proposed decision
DMV Finds Tesla Violated California State Law With ‘Autopilot’ Terms
Starting January 1, 2026, Santa Clarita Transit is launching Fare Capping, meaning once riders hit the daily or weekly cap, the rest of their local rides are free.
Santa Clarita Transit Launches Fare Capping Beginning January 2026
The University Library at California State University, Northridge has completed the processing and cataloging of the Los Angeles Jewish Federation Community Relations Committee (CRC) Archives, spanning from 1921 to 2000, providing researchers and the public access to one of the most comprehensive archives documenting the Jewish community’s role in combating antisemitism, fascism and discrimination in Southern California and beyond.
CSUN University Library Announces Completion of Jewish Community Archives Processing (1921–2000)
1839 - Judge John F. Powell born in Galway, Ireland [story]
John F. Powell
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards + Installation 2026 will be hosted this year at California Institute of the Arts on Friday, Feb. 13.
Chamber Opens Nominations for SCV Business Choice Awards
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will host its annual organizational and business meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Dec. 17: COC Board Holds Annual Organizational Meeting
Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia has announced major changes to its kids area, which will be reimagined as Looney Tunes Land
Looney Tunes Land to Debut at Six Flags Magic Mountain by Summer 2026
The Santa Clarita Artists Association has announced the 2026 exhibition schedule for the SCAA Gallery in Old Town Newhall.
SCAA Gallery 2026 Calendar of Art Exhibits Released
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