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1920 - Singer-actor Rex Allen, Newhall Walk of Western Stars inductee (1982), born in Arizona [Walk]
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Crime Blotter: Commercial Burglary, Petty Theft, Shoplifting in Valencia
Thursday, Sep 7, 2017

Here is the Valencia (Zone 5) Update, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information Snapshot for the week of 08/21/2017 to 08/27/2017: Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Crime Prevention Unit Monday 08/21/17 A commercial burglary occurred near the 27000 block of Newhall Ranch Road. Suspect(s)...

Crime Blotter: Petty Theft, Assault With Deadly Weapon in Stevenson Ranch

Here is the Stevenson Ranch (Zone 3) Public Safety Report for the week of 08/28/17 through 09/03/17: 09/02/17 Petty Theft – Person(s) unknown stole “Cinderella” the cat (white and gray Siamese, female, 2 YO) from her cage at the location. Petty Theft – A female adult attempted to take...

Crime Blotter: Theft, “Crimes of Opportunity” in Castaic

Here is the Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of August 28, 2017: 8-28-17 Theft- 31000 block of Castaic Road. The victim reported a “Jansport” backpack containing numerous items stolen from his unlocked vehicle. Among the items stolen were an “Apple...

Santa Claritans Aid Neighbors Displaced by Stevenson Ranch Fire
Wednesday, Sep 6, 2017

Donations are still being accepted to help residents of the Parc Chateaux apartment complex in Stevenson Ranch, where 20 units burned in a fire September 1. More than 40 people were displaced by flames that started on the balcony of an apartment unit around 1 a.m. Friday, and quickly engulfed the surrounding...

California AG Joins States Targeting Gerrymandering Case in Supreme Court

SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Xavier Becerra yesterday joined a coalition of 18 states in filing an amicus brief in the United States Supreme Court to support voters’ rights. In Gill v. Whitford, the Court will decide the constitutionality of Wisconsin’s redistricting plan, which was...

Governor Signs Wilk Unclaimed Property Bill

Sacramento – Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, applauds Governor Jerry Brown’s signature on a measure expanding the state’s ability to connect Californians with what is rightfully theirs. Currently the state is sitting on almost $8 billion of unclaimed property belonging to individuals...

Acosta: ‘Fix Broken Immigration System,’ Protect Dreamers

SACRAMENTO – Assemblyman Dante Acosta (R-Santa Clarita) released the following statement regarding President Trump’s announcement Tuesday to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program: “Congress should act immediately to fix our broken immigration system. Along with border security...

Harris: End to DACA a ‘Cruel Betrayal’; Calls for Fast DREAM Act Vote

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following President Donald Trump’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.), a member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and co-sponsor of the DREAM Act and the Agricultural Worker...

Citizens Help Deputies Catch 3 Burglary Suspects

Santa Clarita citizens and Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies worked together this morning to bring three burglary suspects into custody. Here’s the story from the SCV Sheriff’s Station: Two citizens who had gotten off their night shift jobs pulled into a drug store’s...

Feinstein Calls for Fast Action on DREAM Act

Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif. Washington — Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) Tuesday released the following statement on the termination of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, or DACA, established in 2012: “Congressional action is now the...

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The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station has issued a reminder that free sandbags are available from Los Angeles County Fire Stations in the SCV.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Storm Safety Reminders
1920 - Singer-actor Rex Allen, Newhall Walk of Western Stars inductee (1982), born in Arizona [Walk]
Rex Allen
The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather warning for the Santa Clarita Valley.
More Rain to Arrive in SCV, Agua Dulce Canyon Road Reopens
A sign taped to the door of the Saugus Cafe on Railroad Avenue in Saugus informed guests that the historic, 139-year-old restaurant would cease operations on Sunday, Jan. 4.
Jan. 4: Saugus Cafe to Close, Oldest Restaurant in Los Angeles County
Calling All Creative Entrepreneurs: The Fifth Annual Business for Artists Conference is seeking speakers ready to share real-world tools, strategies and insights for building sustainable and creative careers.
Creative Entrepreneurs Sought as Speakers for Business for Artists Event
Join the city of Santa Clarita for the 14th Annual Polar Plunge at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center on Saturday, Jan. 3.
Jan. 3: Start the Year with a Splash at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
As 2025 ends, you may be considering all sorts of new activities that you hope will invigorate and fulfill you in 2026. Why not consider being a local volunteer?
New Year, New You: Why Not Volunteer?
The California Department of Motor Vehicles has announced several new laws signed by Governor Gavin Newsom this year will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
DMV Highlights New Laws in 2026
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is now accepting applications for its Deputy Explorer Program, a career development and educational opportunity for young adults ages 14 to 20 who maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Through Jan. 22: SCV Sheriff’s Station Accepting Applications for Deputy Explorer Program
1964 - United Air Lines Convair 340 forced down in Saugus when both engines fail; 47 aboard, none injured [story]
emergency landing
SoCalGas reports that the most likely cause of the natural gas pipeline rupture in Castaic near Ridge Route Road and Pine Crest Place was land movement at the site of the break.
SoCalGas Update: Land Movement Likely Cause of Castaic Gas Line Rupture
The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry has announced its newly elected Executive Board for 2026.
Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry 2026 Executive Board Announced
The end of the year points out that time speeds up as you get older, or get bored, or think to much.
Happy New Year and Becoming Father Time
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley hosted its annual Holiday Luncheon, bringing together volunteers, board members, employees and community partners to celebrate a year of impact and recognize those who help advance great futures for local youth.
SCV Boys & Girls Club Holiday Luncheon Honoring Community Leaders, Club Impact
The California Highway Patrol is ringing in 2026 by launching a New Year’s Holiday Enforcement Period from 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, to 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 1.
CHP Rings in the New Year With Holiday Enforcement Period
In 2025, 6,096 individuals completed the Community Readiness Champions Gold Medal Training by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health at community events and government staff trainings.
LADPH: 2026 Community Readiness Champions Gold Medal Training
Caltrans has announced extended weekend lane reductions along Interstate 405 (I-405) through the Sepulveda Pass from Friday, Jan. 9 through Monday, Jan. 12.
Jan. 9-12: I-405 Reduced to Three Lanes in Each Direction Through the Sepulveda Pass
A Better World Running will host its Happy New Year 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon 8:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan 1 at West Creek Park 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354.
Jan. 1: Happy New Year 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Santa Clarita residents are encouraged to drop off Christmas trees and wreaths at convenient locations for recycling. However, they can still recycle these items at home, curbside.
Through Jan. 10: Recycle Live Christmas Trees Two Ways
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons will offer a free webinar, "California’s New 2026 Laws Every Small Business Owner Should Know" on Thursday, Jan. 8 from noon to 1 p.m.
Jan. 8: SBDC Webinar on Business Laws for 2026
All games of the Cougar Holiday Classic basketball tournament (Dec. 29-30) can be watched live on the Cougars Sports Network.
Dec. 29-30: Cougar Holiday Classic, Watch Live
Caltrans has announced lane closures at various locations in both directions of Interstate 5 (I-5) near Castaic for pavement rehabilitation on Monday, Dec. 29 and Tuesday, Dec. 30.
Dec. 29-30: Lane Closures Scheduled on I-5 in Castaic Area
1907 - Mark T. Gates Sr., founder of Eternal Valley Cemetery, born in Nebraska [story]
Mark Gates Sr.
2011 - John Ford's 1924 "The Iron Horse," filmed in SCV, added to Library of Congress' National Film Registry [story]
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