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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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Salesman Arrested at Off-duty Cop’s Home
Saturday, Jan 3, 2015

Editor’s Note: On Friday, Dec. 28, 2018, a Los Angeles Superior Court jury awarded the salesman $750,000, finding that the off-duty officer was wrong to have pointed a gun at him and detained him. KHTS has updated its original story with the details. Original story, Jan. 3, 2015 An allegedly aggressive...

Suspect in Canyon Country Break-ins Arrested
Wednesday, Nov 19, 2014

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station detectives arrested a suspect for a pair of alleged Canyon Country break-ins Wednesday after residents reported suspicious activity. Deputies received a call from a Santa Clarita resident of the 16700 block of Bainbury Street in Canyon Country around 11:08 a.m.,...

Wanted: Information About 2-time AT&T Store Burglars
Friday, Sep 26, 2014

On Friday, August 15, 2014, at approximately 6:40 pm, a burglary was reported from the AT&T retailer located at the 26400 block of Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita. Five Black male suspects (ages 18-22) entered the location and stole cell phones and tablets. The suspects ripped the devices from...

Sheriff: Criminals Can See Your Open Garage Door, Car Window
Tuesday, Sep 16, 2014

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies are noting a rise in crimes of opportunity they say are related to the current heat wave. The hot weather also is making it especially dangerous to leave an animal or pet behind in a car, officials said. With the hot weather, residents often will crack...

Man Caught with Meth, Stolen Goods; Deputies Looking for Bike Owner

On Saturday, September 6, 2014 at approximately 9:30pm Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies saw a man riding a bicycle in the area of the 18900 block of Soledad Canyon Road.  As the man rode from a dark alley the deputies attempted to detain him.  The man failed to stop and rode away on...

3 Jailed for Burglary in Castaic
Thursday, Aug 7, 2014

[KHTS] – Two men and a woman were arrested Wednesday on suspicion of burglary after allegedly attempting to steal a television from a home in Castaic. A Castaic resident called the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station after witnessing two people enter a neighbor’s home and walk out with the...

Thieves Break Doors to Steal iPads from Pinetree Elementary
Wednesday, Jul 30, 2014

[KHTS] – Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station detectives are investigating a July 22 report of vandalism and burglary at Pinetree Community Elementary School in Canyon Country. Six iPads were taken, a set of master keys was stolen and several doors were vandalized, according to Lynn David,...

2 Palmdale Men Sentenced for SCV Crime Spree
Friday, Jul 25, 2014

[KHTS] – Two Palmdale men charged with a string of robberies in the Santa Clarita Valley in 2013 accepted a plea bargain this month. Abraham Bautista, 20, and Joshua Right, 21, pleaded no contest and were sentenced on July 18, said Ricardo Santiago, spokesman for the Los Angeles County District...

Detectives Looking for Owners of Stolen Property
Monday, Jul 21, 2014

On Tuesday, July 15,  deputies assigned to the Parks Bureau of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department arrested Manuel Cortez, a 33-year-old male from Val Verde (unincorporated Los Angeles County) for his alleged involvement in a residential “hot prowl” burglary. This burglary took place on...

Burglars Cut Through Wall to Steal $300K in Jewels
Monday, Mar 10, 2014

[KHTS] – Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station detectives are investigating a middle-of-the-night Saugus jewelry store burglary that netted several hundred thousand dollars in jewels, officials said Monday. In the early morning hours Sunday, the thieves apparently used the roof of an Indian...

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The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County
Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House
1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created. 
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.
TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
Lisa Zamroz has announced her intent to step down as the head coach of The Master's University's women's basketball team effective July 1, 2024.
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:
Ocean Water Warning for April 24
Dust off the boots and get ready to holler, because Boots In The Park making its way to back to Santa Clarita, y’all. 
May 10: Boots In the Park Returns to Santa Clarita
State Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) and Supervisor Kathryn Barger honor the memory of those lost 109 years ago in Armenian Genocide. 
Barger, Wilk Recognize Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
The Salvation Army Santa Clarita Valley Corps is excited to announce the inaugural Donut Day event.
June 7: Salvation Army SCV Announces Inaugural Donut Day Event
The Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation has approved $370,000 in funding to support the Vet@ThePark program operated by the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control.
LAC Animal Care Foundation Provides $370K Grant to Support Vet@ThePark
The California Department of Public Health is encouraging Californians to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27.
CDPH Urges Californians to Support Prescription Drug Take Back Day
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