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1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
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Deputies Wake, Arrest Couple on Drug Charges, Burglary, Warrants
Wednesday, Oct 31, 2018

A man and woman were arrested on drug and burglary charges and outstanding warrants by Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies Monday morning. Here’s the story from the station’s social media: “Deputies wake up sleeping suspects in a vacant apartment: On Monday morning,...

Crime Blotter: Burglary, Grand Theft in Stevenson Ranch
Tuesday, Oct 30, 2018

Here is the Stevenson Ranch (Zone 3) Public Safety Report for the week of Oct. 15 – Oct. 21: 10/20/18 Burglary: 25100 block Steinbeck Avenue A male adult pried open the victim’s garage door and began rummaging through its contents. The victim confronted the suspect and detained him until deputies...

Sheriff’s Officials Urge Safety First on Halloween
Monday, Oct 29, 2018

Halloween is a time when thousands of trick-or-treaters dressed up in their favorite costumes will be out and about having a good time collecting candy. For other adults, that means heading to local bars, restaurants or house parties to celebrate the holiday. With so many people hitting the streets Wednesday,...

Wilk Voting Record Earns Top Marks from State Chamber of Commerce

SACRAMENTO – The latest California Chamber of Commerce legislative scorecard places Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, as one of the strongest voices for business in the state Legislature, his office announced Monday. “What goes on in Sacramento has a tremendous impact – good and...

Feds Issue Hate Crimes Update, Launch New Website

The U.S. Department of Justice released an update on hate crimes Monday and announced the launch of a new comprehensive hate crimes website designed to provide a centralized portal for the Department’s hate crimes. The website provides resources for law enforcement, media, researchers, victims, advocacy...

CHP, SCV Deputies Nab Mall Robbery Suspects, Rescue Toddlers

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies and California Highway Patrol officers from the Newhall station teamed to arrest two robbery suspects and rescue two toddlers Saturday night. Here’s the story from the Sheriff’s Station’s social media: “Around 7 p.m. Saturday...

Grant Helps Fund CHP Year-Long DUI Prevention Program

SACRAMENTO – A new campaign supported by the California Highway Patrol and the California Office of Traffic Safety to reduce impaired driving, received funding to run from Oct. 1, 2018, to Sept. 30, 2019. The Reducing Alcohol-Impaired Driving, or RAID, program will focus on education and enforcement....

Crime Blotter: Assault, Petty Theft, Grand Theft in Newhall

The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station has released its crime information and public safety report for Newhall (Zone 6) for Oct. 8-19, 2018. 10/08/18 Petty Theft – 23900 Lyons Avenue Person(s) unknown entered a business (medical office) and stole a Bluetooth key chain and a set of office...

LASD Mourns Pittsburgh Victims, Supports Local Religious Leaders

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department mourns with the victims of Saturday’s tragic incident at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and remains vigilant. Here’s a post from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station’s socisal media: “We are deeply saddened...

Crime Blotter: GTA, Burglary, Criminal Threats in Saugus

The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station has released its crime information and public safety report for Saugus (Zone 4) for the week of Oct. 8-14, 2018. 0/09/18 Burglary (residential) – 20100 block Zimmerman Place Unknown suspect(s) stole the victim’s purse while she was housesitting. 10/09/18...

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College of the Canyons women's basketball notched another mark in the win column, as the Cougars were able to stack a second straight road victory 54-46 at Oxnard College on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Cougars Notch Another Victory, 54-46 at Oxnard College
1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
Kingston
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station has issued the following traffic alerts: Due to heavy rains, the westbound right lane is closed on Soledad Canyon Road between Camp Plenty Road and Langside Avenue.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Traffic Alert on Soledad Canyon Road
Fostering Youth Independence’s recent Charlie Brown Holiday party was attended by dozens of local foster youth and their volunteer Allies.
Fostering Youth Independence Hosts Holiday PJ Party
The National Weather Service as issued the following alerts for the Santa Clarita Valley. Flood Watch until Dec. 26, 4 p.m. PST, High Wind Warning until Dec. 25, 3 p.m. PST.
NWS Issues Flood Watch for SCV Through Friday
1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
Henry Gage
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 in 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]
reburial
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
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