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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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April 7 Board of Supervisors Agenda (Highlights)
Monday, Apr 6, 2015

Antelope Valley College recognized for receiving state accreditation for their new four-year degree in airframe manufacturing technology.   Supervisors Sheila Kuehl and Mark Ridley-Thomas recommend the revision of FY2015-16 Annual Plan to reflect the elimination of any and all provisions screening...

Supervisors Halt Emergency Cell Tower Network
Tuesday, Mar 24, 2015

On a motion by Mayor Michael D. Antonovich, the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to end the immediate construction of a network of antenna sites proposed as part of a dedicated emergency communication system. Citing health risks to firefighters and local residents, along with local community concerns...

Supes OK Phase 2 of Castaic Sports Complex Pool; more
Friday, Feb 20, 2015

[KHTS] – Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved three agenda items Tuesday that should bring some changes to the Santa Clarita Valley. The Castaic Sports Complex Phase II Olympic Size Pool Project was approved Tuesday and officials with the Department of Public Works are to begin designing...

Supes OK Funds to Bridge Sulphur Springs Cash-flow Gap
Tuesday, Jan 13, 2015

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved funds Tuesday for the Sulphur Springs Union School District. School district officials requested the supervisors approve tax and revenue anticipation notes for $2.4 million, according to the Board of Supervisors agenda item. Under Government Code Section...

County Announces Some Administrative Restructuring
Thursday, Jan 8, 2015

Sachi A. Hamai With the support of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Interim Chief Executive Officer Sachi A. Hamai unveiled a number of structural changes to the CEO’s office Thursday in order to support and address several critical needs facing the County throughout 2015. These critical...

Supes Fill Ex-CEO Fujioka’s Position on Interim Basis
Tuesday, Dec 2, 2014

Sachi Hamai The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously appointed Sachi A. Hamai to serve as Interim Chief Executive Officer on Tuesday, effective immediately. Additionally, the Board called for the creation of a County policy aimed at creating a level playing field and avoiding the appearance...

Mayor-Elect Antonovich Taps Solis for Vice Chair
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2014

Michael D. Antonovich said his first action as chairman of the Board of Supervisors when he takes the helm next week will be to nominate Supervisor-elect Hilda Solis as chair pro-tem (vice chair). When he does, he’ll do it as “mayor of Los Angeles County.” No announcement to that effect has been...

Supes OK Health Benefit Changes for County Workers
Tuesday, Jun 17, 2014

Supervisor Don Knabe Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chairman Don Knabe released the following statement upon the ratification of reforms to the County’s retiree healthcare obligations, which could save up to $840 million over the next 30 years: “Today’s vote marks the final step in...

Knabe Announces Coming Healthcare Benefit Reforms for County Workers
Tuesday, Feb 18, 2014

Supervisor Don Knabe, BOS Chair Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chairman Don Knabe announced today a series of sweeping reforms to the County’s retiree healthcare obligations, agreed to by labor leaders and County management, which could save up to $840 million over the next 30 years. These...

Supervisors Pick Deputy DA to Monitor Sheriff Operations
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has announced the selection of Max Huntsman to become the first Inspector General of the County of Los Angeles. The Board of Supervisors will formalize the appointment at their weekly meeting Dec. 3. Huntsman is a seasoned leader in the Los Angeles County’s...

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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]
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
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
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