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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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Cold Weather Alert Thursday, Rain Forecast for Weekend
Wednesday, Jan 2, 2019

Los Angeles County Health Officer Muntu Davis, MD, MPH, has extended a cold weather alert for the Santa Clarita Valley and other areas of the county following the National Weather Service’s forecast for low temperatures this week and rain this weekend. Wind chill temperatures are expected to dip below...

California’s Racial and Identity Profiling Board Issues New Report

California’s Racial and Identity Profiling Advisory Board released its second annual report on Wednesday. This year’s report builds on the foundation established by last year’s report for identifying and addressing racial and identity profiling in California. The Board is made up of 19 members...

Californians Can Do More on ‘DMV Now’ Self-Service Terminals

Sacramento – Along with instantly getting their vehicle registration cards and license plate stickers on the spot, Californians can now use the popular “DMV Now” self-service terminals to complete even more transactions. With just a few taps on the touchscreen, Californians can now: * Pay...

SCV Sheriff’s Station Receives Nearly 2,000 Toys for Holiday Toy Drive
Tuesday, Jan 1, 2019

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station thanks the community and all of the businesses that helped make our annual Holiday Toy Drive a big success. Community Relations Deputy Fanny Lapkin said the station received nearly 2,000 toy donations for all ages. “Once again, the program was successful,”...

California Closes 2018 with Another Dry Year

By Matthew Renda (CN) – As the Golden State moves into 2019, it will close the book on an abnormally dry year with hopes that a few rain storms can stave off the prospect of another drought. Two consecutive years of devastating wildfires killing dozens of residents, causing billions in property damage...

New 2019 Laws: Moving Violations, Juvenile Justice, Licensing
Monday, Dec 31, 2018

The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department has compiled a list of new laws taking effect in 2019 that may affect county residents. Moving violation-related laws Adults 18 or older will be allowed to ride electric scooters without a helmet. The new law also increases the speed limit for scooters from...

DUI Costs $45K; Causing Death While DUI an Unrepayable Debt

Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department officials tally the cost of a driving under the influence arrest at more than $45,000, while causing a death while driving DUI is an unrepayable debt. The cost of a DUI arrest and conviction breaks down to these rough numbers: * Increase to your insurance: $40,000 *...

LASD Deputies, Detectives Nab Saugus Bank Robbery Suspect

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Major Crimes Bureau detectives arrested a suspect less than eight hours after he allegedly robbed a Logix bank branch in Saugus Friday afternoon. Here are more details from the station’s social...

Crime Blotter: Arson, Forgery, Burglary, Theft in Newhall

The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station has released its crime information and public safety report for Newhall (Zone 6) for Dec. 9-23, 2018. The following crimes were reported: 12/11/18 Petty Theft – 22800 block Market Street The victim believes her son stole her prescription medication. 12/16/18 Petty...

LASD Warns of New Year’s Eve Celebratory Gunfire Risks

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department wants all to know shooting into the air is not only irresponsible but a felony-level crime. Willfully discharging a firearm in a grossly negligent manner which could result in injury or death to a person is a violation of section 246.3(a) of the California...

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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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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
1905 - County buys property to build Newhall Jail (now next to city's Old Town Newhall Library) [story]
Old Newhall Jail
The weather might not be "frightful" yet, but Santa Clarita Valley residents may experience a soggy and cold Christmas Day this year. Rain is expected in the SCV beginning Tuesday, Dec. 23 in the evening and continuing into Friday, Dec. 26
Dec. 22: Burn Ban Day for SCV, Rains Start Dec. 23
1910 - Newhall (Auto) Tunnel opens, bypassing Beale's Cut [story]
Newhall Tunnel
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