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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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Changes to ‘Sanctuary’ Bill Made it Better | Commentary by Sheriff Jim McDonnell
Saturday, Sep 16, 2017

The Legislature’s passage of Senate Bill 54 and the anticipated signing by Governor Brown marks the end of a long and, at times, contentious debate about immigration and the role of law enforcement in California. The legislation initially proposed, put to the test the trust that we in local policing...

‘Bridge to Communities We Serve’
Thursday, Jan 26, 2017

As Sheriff, I was an early and vocal supporter of a Civilian Oversight Commission for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. I firmly believe we need and want another bridge to the communities we serve. The Civilian Oversight Commission will allow the people of L.A. County to participate in the...

Sheriff Jim McDonnell Announces New Executive Team
Wednesday, Nov 30, 2016

Two years ago, I took the oath to lead the nation’s largest Sheriff’s Department in a manner that put public trust at the core of what we do. I also made a promise to the 18,000 men and women at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) that this could, and would, be done by focusing on...

A Learning Opportunity
Monday, May 2, 2016

Very recently I learned that three to four years ago, LASD Chief Tom Angel shared inappropriate and unprofessional e-mails with others during his service as Burbank Police Department Assistant Chief. This incident is one that I find deeply troubling. Chief Angel has offered his resignation, and I have...

The Dangers of Sexting
Sunday, Mar 13, 2016

This past week, the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department’s Human Trafficking Bureau held a news conference and provided reporters with a comprehensive update on the horrific nature and the sheer number of human trafficking cases that involve children and young teens taking nude photos of themselves...

LASD Announces New Commander of Custody Operations
Wednesday, Mar 9, 2016

Kelly Harrington After a comprehensive nationwide search, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department announced that Kelly Harrington from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has been selected to assume command of the Sheriff’s Department’s Custody Operations. The LASD is...

Moving Forward
Wednesday, Dec 2, 2015

As I reflect upon my first year as Sheriff, I continue to be humbled and honored by the commitment every member of this Department makes on a daily basis to serve the people of Los Angeles County. It is my privilege to share a tradition of service, integrity and accountability with the 18,000 men and...

Budget for a New Era
Monday, Apr 13, 2015

This week the CEO will present to the Board of Supervisors a balanced budget that provides critically needed resources to support ongoing efforts by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to ensure the compassionate treatment of inmates in the nation’s largest jail system, while also continuing...

Bridging Faith, Law Enforcement
Wednesday, Mar 18, 2015

The faith community can and should be one of law enforcement’s strongest allies in keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe and protecting our residents from harm. The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department is proud to lead the way in bringing together, and working with, leaders in our faith community...

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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created. 
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.
TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
Lisa Zamroz has announced her intent to step down as the head coach of The Master's University's women's basketball team effective July 1, 2024.
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:
Ocean Water Warning for April 24
Dust off the boots and get ready to holler, because Boots In The Park making its way to back to Santa Clarita, y’all. 
May 10: Boots In the Park Returns to Santa Clarita
State Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) and Supervisor Kathryn Barger honor the memory of those lost 109 years ago in Armenian Genocide. 
Barger, Wilk Recognize Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
The Salvation Army Santa Clarita Valley Corps is excited to announce the inaugural Donut Day event.
June 7: Salvation Army SCV Announces Inaugural Donut Day Event
The Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation has approved $370,000 in funding to support the Vet@ThePark program operated by the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control.
LAC Animal Care Foundation Provides $370K Grant to Support Vet@ThePark
The California Department of Public Health is encouraging Californians to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27.
CDPH Urges Californians to Support Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion, introduced by Supervisor Kathryn Barger and co-authored by Board Chair Lindsey P. Horvath, proclaiming May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Los Angeles County.
Supes Proclaim May as Mental Health Awareness Month
The Grammy-award winning rock ‘n’ roll group Blues Traveler will take the stage of the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. May 9. 
May 9: Blues Traveler to Perform at PAC
1962 - SCV residents vote to connect to State Water Project, creating Castaic Lake Water Agency (now part of SCV Water) [story]
Castaic Lake
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