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1920 - Singer-actor Rex Allen, Newhall Walk of Western Stars inductee (1982), born in Arizona [Walk]
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Drive-By Shooting Victim Charged with Domestic Violence, Vehicle Theft
Friday, Aug 25, 2017

A man who was the victim in a drive-by shooting in Canyon Country two years ago has been arrested and charged with misdemeanor domestic violence and taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, according to Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials. In 2015, suspect Kenneth Mitchelle...

4 Shoplifting Suspects Arrested on Grand Theft Charges

A Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station sergeant pulled over a car on Carl Boyer Drive for vehicle code violations on Thursday and found piles of brand new clothing with tags stuffed everywhere in the car. It turned out that the driver and three vehicle occupants had allegedly been on a shoplifting...

Three More Teens Charged with Vandalism, Theft in Social Media Spree

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station COBRA detectives have identified three additional male teens and charged them with vandalism and theft in connection with several social media video postings depicting criminal conduct that surfaced at the end of July. The teens were cited, released to their...

California Assembly Speaker Revives Bid for Universal Health Care

By Derek Fleming, Courthouse News SACRAMENTO – California’s push toward universal health care received a shot in the arm Thursday after languishing on life support since June, with the state Assembly leader promising to bring the bill up for hearings next month. In June, Assembly Speaker Anthony...

Feinstein: National Monuments Report Should Be Public

Washington — Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) released the following statement Thursday after Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke completed his review of 27 national monuments, including the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument and six others in California: “Since the review was announced, I’ve...

Weekend Heat Wave Brings Triple Digit Temps, Fire Danger

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for the Santa Clarita Valley as temperatures are expected to reach triple digits this weekend and early next week. The heat watch is expected to be in effect from Sunday through Wednesday evening, with temperatures forecast between 102 and...

Sheriff’s Officials: Safety Tips for Online Buyers, Sellers

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s detectives have seen an undesirable trend with online sellers and buyers, and have some tips to help citizens stay safe when making a transaction with a stranger. Most of these people are legitimately looking to buy and sell their items. However, there are some individuals...

New Case of West Nile Virus Detected at Central Park
Thursday, Aug 24, 2017

Visitors to Central Park may recently have noticed something that could have some park-goers — especially parents — feeling uneasy. The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District (GLACVCD) posted a flier indicating a recent detection of the West Nile Virus at the much-frequented park. According...

Detectives: SC Bank Robber May Have New Ride

A Santa Clarita bank robber who’s now stolen from five Santa Clarita banks likely ditched his PT Cruiser, detectives said Thursday. The “PT Cruiser Bandit,” a nickname given locally, was prompted by several reports due to the presence of the uniquely shaped small family car at several robberies. Read...

SCV Deputies Receive Training on Lifesaving Tool

Groups of deputies at Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station were trained Thursday on the use of naloxone, commonly known as Narcan®, so that they can immediately treat opioid overdoses, according to LASD PIO Shirley Miller. “It all goes hand in hand,” Miller said in a statement. “There...

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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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The California Highway Patrol has announced that all lanes of the Interstate 5 freeway in the Castaic area have been shut down in both directions to a possible ruptured gas line.
UPDATE: All Lanes of I-5 Now Open in Castaic, Gas Leak Stopped
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