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1965 - Signal newspaper owner Scott Newhall shows up for a duel (of words) with rival Canyon Country newspaper publisher Art Evans, who no-shows and folds his paper soon after [story]
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Victim of Fatal Crash Near Walmart Identified
Thursday, Jan 19, 2017

Officials with the Coroner’s Office have released the identity of a woman killed in a fatal crash off Kelly Johnson Parkway. Christine May, 29, of Lancaster, was killed when the compact car she was in was struck by a silver truck around 8:40 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 29 in Santa Clarita. For the full story,...

Bill Miranda Named to Vacant City Council Seat
Wednesday, Jan 18, 2017

Bill Miranda City Council members named former SCV Latino Chamber of Commerce CEO and local publisher Bill Miranda to fill the vacant seat. The motion by Councilwoman Marsha McLean to appoint Miranda passed 3-1 with Councilman Bob Kellar as the opposing vote. For the full story, click [here].

Woman Arrested on Suspicion of Stabbing Ex-Boyfriend
Tuesday, Jan 17, 2017

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies arrested a woman suspected of stabbing her ex-boyfriend in the head, according to officials. Emergency medical personnel were called to the 27500 block of Marta Lane in Canyon Country regarding possible stab wound at 6:36 p.m., according to Fire Department...

March 1: Chiquita Canyon Expansion Hearing
Friday, Jan 13, 2017

County planners have set a date for the final hearing on Chiquita Canyon landfill officials’ application to increase operations in Castaic. The hearing is planned to be on March 1 at 6 p.m. at West Ranch High School. The hearing represents the culmination of years of discussion and debate regarding...

Netflix’s ‘Santa Clarita Diet’ Blending Gore, Humor
Friday, Jan 6, 2017

“Santa Clarita Diet” Netflix Show – Photo Courtesy of Netflix The producers and stars have remained relatively tight-lipped about the drama behind the pending debut of “Santa Clarita Diet” — until Thursday. Producers of the Netflix show, which is set to star Drew Barrymore, Timothy Olyphant...

Rollover Crash on I-5 Affecting Southbound Traffic
Thursday, Jan 5, 2017

CHP officers are working with road and Caltrans officials to clear a big rig roll-over crash Thursday. The impact on traffic began around 8 a.m., after an 18-wheeler lost one of its trailers on its side in the truck lanes. For the full story, click [here].

Suspected Gang Member Shot In Newhall
Wednesday, Jan 4, 2017

Sheriff’s officials are investigating a shooting Tuesday where a suspected gang member was shot after a confrontation in Newhall. The confrontation reportedly occurred outside the victim’s residence on the 25000 block of Walnut Street around 10:30 p.m. A vehicle drove by the residence several times,...

Water Savings Report Shows Slight Decrease

The state’s water agency reported a slight decrease in water savings for this past quarter compared to the previous year. The news comes on the heels of a report noting the sierra’s snowpack is a little more than half its seasonal average. The State Water Resources Control Board announced Tuesday...

Jan. 12: Public Hearing for Developing 6,000 Homes in SCV

A public hearing is scheduled for next week to discuss a transformational project for the west side of the Santa Clarita Valley. The first two phases include approximately 6,000 units, and a meeting for the public to offer input on the developer’s plan is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 12 at 6 p.m. at...

Heads Up: New Traffic Laws Take Effect Sunday
Friday, Dec 30, 2016

As Santa Clarita Valley drivers ready for the road in January, there will be a number of new laws taking effect in California for motorists, passengers or anyone else on the road. In addition to the “hot dog law” and legislation on lane-splitting, one of the most highly discussed changes has been...

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Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging residents to remain vigilant as a powerful storm system moves through Los Angeles County, bringing periods of heavy rain and rapidly changing conditions.
Barger Urges Residents to Stay Alert, Follow Evacuation Orders
Thirteen suspects were arrested, and more than $800,000 in stolen merchandise was recovered following a coordinated, multi-agency operation targeting an organized retail theft network operating across Northern California.
CHP Makes Multiple Arrests Made in Statewide Organized Retail Theft Investigation
The California State Transportation Agency today announced a new joint effort by two of its departments, the Department of Motor Vehicles and California Highway Patrol, to curb excessive speeding and prevent deadly crashes.
Pilot Program to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding
The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to heat up the holiday season at the Holiday Spice Salsa Edition on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Canyon Country Community Center, located at 18410 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351.
Dec. 27: Holiday Spice Salsa Edition at Canyon Country Community Center
1965 - Signal newspaper owner Scott Newhall shows up for a duel (of words) with rival Canyon Country newspaper publisher Art Evans, who no-shows and folds his paper soon after [story]
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As winter storms enter Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control urges pet owners to take necessary precautions in light of the significant storms expected to last for five days.
DACC Urges Pet Owners to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Storm
Brayden Miner scored 31 points and Rylan Starr had 24 as The Master's University men's basketball team crushed Bethesda University 145-59 The MacArthur Center.
Season’s Best Offensive Performance Leads TMU Over Bethesda
From surprise Santa arrivals to stacks of gifts waiting for young hands, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley delivered holiday cheer on a large scale this season, reaching hundreds of children and teens throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, including Clubhouses in Canyon Country, Newhall, Val Verde and Castaic.
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley Spreads Holiday Cheer
Princess Cruises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, embraced a cherished maritime tradition in a uniquely festive way, celebrating a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade float with a ceremonial break of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila.
Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float
The Golden Globes have ushered in awards season with the announcement of the 2026 nominees across 28 categories. Among this year’s contenders is Pixar’s "Elio," which earned a nomination for Best Motion Picture – Animated.
CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe
The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather" warning for the Santa Clarita Valley and Southern California.
NWS Issues Flood, High Wind Warnings for SCV, Southland
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public’s help locating at-Risk missing person Drew Barrick Russell.
LASD Asks for Help Locating Missing Santa Clarita Man
1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
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Old Town Newhall Public Library will host "Spice Travels," Friday, Jan. 2, 9:15-9:30 a.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library
The California Highway Patrol encourages the public to “brake” the habit of speeding this holiday season. The CHP will launch a Holiday Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period
Volunteers are needed to help clear brush and restore the tread from the existing lower Gates and Twister trails 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 27.
Dec. 27: Volunteers Needed for SCV Trail Users Workday
Join InfluenceHER's "Redefining Happiness, a Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman," 4-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at the Venue Valencia.
Jan. 16: InfluenceHER- Redefining Happiness, A Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman
The Santa Clarita Public Library system has announced that all library branches will close at 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas.
Santa Clarita Public Library Holiday Hours
Students pursuing an undergraduate degree in water resource-related fields are invited to apply for the 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. “Jerry” Gladbach Scholarship, offered by the Association of California Water Agencies in partnership with SCV Water. Applications are now being accepted through March 1, 2026.
SCV Water Announces 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. ‘Jerry’ Gladbach Scholarship
Chloe Auble scored a career-high 40 points and Allie Miller came a rebound away from her first career triple-double as The Master's University Women's Basketball team defeated the Bethesda Lion Angels 125-24 in the MacArthur Center.
Lady Mustangs Break Scoring Records in Win
Vallarta Food Enterprises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, has been ordered by a federal court to comply with subpoenas relating to charges of employment discrimination.
Federal Court Orders Vallarta to Comply with EEOC Subpoenas
Burrtec Waste Industries has partnered with the city of Santa Clarita to establish three convenient locations for residents to recycle real holiday trees this season.
Dec. 26-Jan. 10: Recycle Trees, Wreaths at City Drop-Off Locations
The North American Aerospace Defense Command is ready to track Santa on Wednesday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve, and is celebrating the program’s 70th anniversary.
NORAD Santa Tracker Celebrates 70th Anniversary
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