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2011 - John Ford's 1924 "The Iron Horse," filmed in SCV, added to Library of Congress' National Film Registry [story]
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Suspected Gang Member Arrested in Castaic
Thursday, May 4, 2017

Sheriff’s deputies arrested a suspected gang member in Castaic on Wednesday. Marcos Flores, 21, of Castaic, was arrested around 6 p.m. at a residence on the 30000 block of Daisy Court, according to Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials. For the full story, click [here].

Simi Valley Sophomore Earns First Place in Congressional Art Contest

A Simi Valley high school student earned the top nod this year for the annual Congressional Art Concert, which was announced at a reception at FastFrames. Rachel Tahir, a sophomore at a Simi Valley high school, earned first place for her photographic art work. Her work will not hang for one year in the...

Tony Alamo Dies in Federal Prison While Serving 175-Year Sentence
Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Tony Alamo, a child rapist and self-proclaimed pastor who had properties in Santa Clarita and an online ministry in his name despite a 175-year federal prison sentence for sex crimes against children, died Wednesday. He was 82. Convicted in 2009, Alamo, aka Bernie LaZar Hoffman, died in a federal prison...

Car Carrier Falls Down Agua Dulce Embankment, None Injured
Tuesday, May 2, 2017

A car carrier that fell about 200 feet down an Agua Dulce embankment shut down Highway 14 traffic for a few hours Tuesday morning, damaged a few cars, but left no injuries, officials said. A car carrier with 10 vehicles — not new cars but vehicles being transferred from one lot to another, officials...

Victim from Possible DUI Crash in Acton Identified
Friday, Apr 28, 2017

Medical examiners identified a woman killed in a suspected single-car DUI crash Thursday night on Soledad Canyon Road, east of Indian Canyon Road. Cristina Ann Jackson, 37, of Acton, was killed when her vehicle overturned on Soledad Canyon Road not far from the Shambala Preserve around 6:30 p.m. For...

Newhall Burglary Suspect Arrested After Standoff
Thursday, Apr 27, 2017

Deputies arrested a burglary suspect Wednesday in downtown Newhall after deputies talked him down from a rooftop. Credit: Kevin Gilley/ two8nine Media Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials initially received a report of a known burglary suspect near the intersection of Wayman and Lyons Avenues,...

Deputies Look Into Valencia Student’s Online Post; No Charges
Friday, Apr 21, 2017

Additional deputies will be on campus at the Valencia High School campus Friday morning after an alleged threat quickly spread on social media. Deputies received a report at approximately 8 p.m. regarding what a station official characterized as “an implied threat” a female Valencia High student...

County Planners OK 30-Year Extension for Chiquita Landfill
Thursday, Apr 20, 2017

Los Angeles County regional planners approved the conditional use permit application for Chiquita Canyon Landfill after a meeting Wednesday. The county called for the adoption of the mitigating and monitoring program, and OK’ed the permit extension granted by the Los Angeles County Regional Planning...

Prosecutors File Four Charges Against Castaic Man in Shots Fired Incident
Monday, Apr 17, 2017

Prosecutors have filed four charges against a Castaic man accused of firing a handgun at a neighboring trailer last week. Larry Duran, 51, who lives at the Valencia Travel Park Village off Henry Mayo Drive in Castaic, was arrested Thursday around 1:30 p.m., after deputies responded to a report of a shots...

Former Andy Gump CEO Dies at 74

Barry Gump, the former CEO and well known Santa Clarita Valley philanthropist, died Monday at the age of 74. Family members believe Gump died in his sleep overnight, as he was not responsive this morning. Friend and general manager of Andy Gump, Tony Watson, said he celebrated Easter surrounded by family,...

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2011 - John Ford's 1924 "The Iron Horse," filmed in SCV, added to Library of Congress' National Film Registry [story]
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Join the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce for a Grand Opening ribbon cutting at Hammer & Nails, on Thursday, Jan. 16 at 4 p.m.
Jan. 16: Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Hammer & Nails
The Feeding Futures Gala will be held Saturday, Feb. 8, 6 p.m., at the Newhall Family Theatre. Join the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry for this special inaugural event to kick off the capital campaign for the new pantry.
Feb. 8: Feeding Futures Gala to Benefit SCV Food Pantry
The 12th annual SCV Rotary Charity Chili Cook-Off will be held Friday, Feb. 7, 5-9 p.m. Chili cookers will be preparing their spicy specialties on the patio of the SCV Senior Center.
Feb. 7: SCV  Rotary Charity Chili Cook-Off
In the final shopping days before Christmas, the California Highway Patrol conducted a successful enforcement operation targeting organized retail crime, promoting safe shopping experiences for communities throughout California.
CHP’s ‘Operation Holiday Watch’ Nabs Retail Theft Criminals
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has announced an opportunity to join its Advisory Boards. Advisory Boards will play a critical role in helping ensure that the District Attorney’s Office remains informed and responsive to issues of concern to various communities and interest groups in Los Angeles County. The application process is open to all interested residents.
Join a L.A. County District Attorney’s Office Advisory Board
As 2025 approaches, the California Highway Patrol is taking action to promote safe travel and prevent tragic crashes on California’s roadways.
CHP’s Mission for a New Year: Drive Safely Into 2025
The South Coast Air Quality Management District continues the residential No Burn Day Alerts for the weekend, with the latest alert issued for Saturday, Dec. 28 for all those living in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the Santa Clarita Valley.
Dec. 28: AQMD No Burn Days Continue in SCV
Step back in time to an era of glamour and grace at Bridge to Home’s 2025 Soup for the Soul Gala, "Roaring Into a New Era." Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the dazzling 1920s.
Soup for The Soul 2025 Seeks Sponsors, Volunteers
Visit the Valencia Public Library, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025 3-4 p.m. for a concert with Paul Stein, the esteemed violinist formerly of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Symphony.
Jan. 12: Valencia Public Library Presents ‘New Year Harmony’
As we head into the new year, the California Highway Patrol is highlighting the new public safety laws that were passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.
California Highway Patrol Highlights New Laws for 2025
The Hart District Variety Showcase, a fundraiser for the Wm. S. Hart Education Foundation, will be held Friday, Feb. 28, 6 p.m. at Saugus High School.
Feb. 28: WiSH Education Foundation Seeks Sponsors for Talent Showcase
As we reflect on this year, I am filled with gratitude and pride for the progress we've made together in Los Angeles County. Your dedication to our neighborhoods inspires me daily.
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
Mission Opera, Joshua R. Wentz, artistic director, is the winner of The American Prize in Opera Performance, 2024 in the professional division for its production of "Susannah." The ensemble was selected from applications reviewed from throughout the United States.
Mission Opera wins The American Prize in Opera Performance, 2024
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond is sponsoring Senate Bill 48, legislation that aims to keep U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents off California campuses by establishing a one-mile radius safe zone around schools, as well as protect against the use of school data for deportation efforts.
Senate Bill 48 to Keep ICE Agents Off School Campuses
The nonprofit Friends of the Library is looking for dedicated volunteers who are interested in helping the Friends of the Library Program to work together and benefit the Santa Clarita Public Library branches.
Friends of the Library Nonprofit Seeks Volunteers
The convenience store owner had said that six out of 10 people who entered his business came to steal. Sacramento County officials said that larger corporate businesses might be able to survive under those circumstances, but not smaller operations. Small businesses form the country’s economic foundation, and they needed state law to change.
Crime, Social Media Dominant Themes for New Laws Coming to California
1936 - Passenger plane crash in Rice Canyon kills all 12 aboard [story]
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The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a residential No Burn Day Alert on Friday, Dec. 27 for all those living in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the Santa Clarita Valley.
Dec. 27: No Burn Day Declared for Santa Clarita Valley
The Saugus High School Instrumental Music Program is hosting its third annual Clothes for Cash fundraising event 9 a.m.- Noon Saturdays, Jan. 11, 18 and 25 at Saugus High School.
Saugus High Marching Centurions Cloths for Cash
Did you receive great new electronic gifts for the holidays? Awesome! Now where can you safely dispose of the old stuff? Where to take phones, TVs, computers, portable devices and more?
Jan. 11-12: WiSH Education Foundation Hosts Free E-WASTE Event
Santa Clarita is a special place. It is the city where I chose to make my home, raise my family and now serve the community as a city councilmember.
Patsy Ayala | Connecting With the Community
The Wish Education Foundation Wednesday Webinar series continues on Wednesday, Jan. 15 with "Trends in College Admissions and ROI on Majors."
Jan. 15: WiSH Webinar on Latest Trends in College Admission
As the New Year approaches Santa Clarita Valley residents can enjoy a few New Year's Eve and New Year's Day events in the SCV.
New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day Fun in the SCV
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