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May 17: Agenda for William S. Hart Union High School District Meeting
Monday, May 15, 2017

Regular Meeting of the Governing Board William S. Hart Union HSD May 17, 2017 7:00PM (Closed Session 5:45 pm) Administrative Center 21380 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita PLEASE NOTE: This meeting will include four Public Hearings for items regarding revisions to the Opportunities for Learning (OFL)...

Nephew is ‘Person of Interest’ in Valencia Missing Person Case, Reward Increased

The city of Santa Clarita and an anonymous source are offering a $20,000 reward in exchange for information leading to the apprehension and/or conviction of the person responsible for the disappearance of Santa Clarita resident William Cierzan. A press conference was held on Wednesday, February 1, 2017,...

Upcoming Events from SCV Arts

May 15, 2017: SCAA Meeting and Artist Demonstration at Barnes and Noble May 15, 2017 06:30 am Join the Santa Clarita Artists’ Association for their monthly meeting and artist demonstration. For a list of demonstrating artists, visit our website at www.santaclaritaartists.org. These events are...

CLWA Hosts Annual Open House, Celebrates Water Awareness Month

On Saturday, May 13, 2017, Castaic Lake Water Agency hosted its annual Open House in Central Park and its facilities that overlook the park. This event hosted over 1,000 attendees. In addition to celebrating California Water Awareness Month, Open House also marked the celebration of over 150,000 visitors...

Crime Blotter: Petty Theft, Petty Theft from Vehicle in Castaic, Val Verde

Castaic/Val-Verde: Public Safety and Crime Information for the Week of May 1, 2017 to May 7, 2017 Here is the Castaic/ Val Verde Public Safety and Crime Information Report for the week of May 1, 2017 to May 7, 2017: 05/01/17 Petty Theft – 31600 block of Castaic Road Person(s) unknown stole the...

JetHawks Win Against Stockton Ports 7-2
Saturday, May 13, 2017

Craig Schlitter tossed six strong innings and Brendan Rodgers picked up three hits to lead the JetHawks over the Stockton Ports, 7-2, on Friday night at The Hangar in the series opener. Rodgers extended his hitting streak to 10 games with a pair of doubles, a single, and two RBI. The streak is the longest...

Baca Gets 3 Years in FBI Obstruction Scheme
Friday, May 12, 2017

By Matt Reynolds A federal judge on Friday sentenced former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca to three years in prison for obstructing a federal investigation, delivering a stinging rebuke to the official for trying to blame his closest aide and leverage a medical condition to avoid jail time. U.S....

Amgen TOC 2017 UCI WorldTour Rosters Announced

Photo by Harry How|Getty ImagesAmgen Tour of California organizer AEG has announced rosters for the 2017 UCI WorldTour race, which will run May 14-20 over 583 miles of California terrain. Featuring 17 teams of eight cyclists representing 30 countries, the peloton will include eight World Champions, including...

County Education Board Recommends Denial of Einstein Academy’s Charter School Petition

Los Angeles County education officials are recommending a denial of the charter school petition for Albert Einstein Academy for the Letters, Arts and Sciences’ high school. The seventh- through 12th-grade campus applied for an appeal for its charter school petition after the Hart district denied the...

SCV NewsBreak for Friday, May 12, 2017

Governor Jerry Brown released a revised state budget on Thursday that continues to plan for tougher times ahead, while maintaining spending on core programs such as education and child care. State Assemblyman Dante Acosta made an appearance this morning at COC to discuss his proposed bill, Assembly Bill...

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There's no better way to celebrate the season than with toys, treats, and rollercoasters. My annual Foster Youth Holiday Party is one of the most special traditions we do each year
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
The Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of "A Christmas Story," adds shows due to high ticket demand. Shows have been added on Sunday, Dec. 21 and Monday, Dec. 22.
CTG ‘A Christmas Story’ Adds Shows, Dec. 21-22, Due to Demand
The city of Santa Clarita will present its latest art exhibition, “Pop Culture,” on view at the Newhall Community Center now through March 25, 2026.
City Presents ‘Pop Culture’ Art Exhibit at the Newhall Community Center
This week’s Foothill League matches resulted in the Saugus boys getting a firmer grip on first place, and the Saugus girls slipping into second place. Meanwhile, holiday tournaments are bringing both wins and losses from non-league teams, with more on the way.
Foothill League Soccer: Saugus Boys, Hart Girls Leading
1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
Saugus train station
Do you have a passion for swimming and a desire to make an impact in your community? The city of Santa Clarita is seeking individuals with strong customer service skills and a commitment to community engagement to join its lifeguard team.
Applications Are Open for the Summer 2026 Lifeguard Season
Santa Clarita Valley residents need to put down the yule log and refrain from all residental wood burning fires on Friday, Dec. 19.
Dec. 19: No Burn Day Alert Issued for SCV, South Coast Air Basin
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides (D-Aqua Dulce), announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 27th Congressional District: the “MathViz” team led by local Academy of the Canyons student, Gautham Korrapati.
Whitesides Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge SCV Winners
The Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K, set for March 1, in Santa Clarita, is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community and giving back. Now through Wednesday, Dec. 24, take $10 OFF race registration with promo code WINTER10 at checkout.
March 1: JCI Santa Clarita Holds Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K Runs
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
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