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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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Tuesday COVID Roundup: One Additional Death Increases SCV Total to 540

Tuesday, Jan 31, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health today confirmed 56 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 2,946 new cases countywide and 70 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley since Saturday. Monday’s COVID report from Los Angeles County Department of Public Health was delayed and included in...

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Friday COVID Roundup: L.A. County Remains in Low Community Level

Friday, Jan 27, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 19 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,123 new cases countywide and 29 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 35,230, county case totals to 3,673,339 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: 20 New COVID Deaths, 919 New Cases in County

Tuesday, Jan 24, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health today confirmed 20 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 919 new cases countywide and 118 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 35,167, county case totals to 3,669,720 and Santa Clarita Valley case...

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Friday COVID Roundup: Los Angeles County Enters Low Community Level

Friday, Jan 20, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 25 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,184 new cases countywide and 37 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 35,104, county case totals to 3,665,365 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: 63 Deaths, 3,217 New Cases Since Saturday

Tuesday, Jan 17, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 63 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 3,217 new cases countywide and 88 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley since Saturday. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 35,031, county case totals to 3,662,445 and Santa Clarita...

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Friday COVID Roundup: Cases, Hospitalizations Decline, Deaths Increase

Friday, Jan 13, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 25 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,534 new cases countywide and 34 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. The county is currently reporting an average of 23 deaths per day, an increase of 15% from the average of 20 deaths reported per...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: Cases Decline in County, SCV

Tuesday, Jan 10, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 21 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,383 new cases countywide and 32 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 34,888, county case totals to 3,653,463 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Wednesday COVID Roundup: 26 New Deaths, 2,138 New Cases

Wednesday, Jan 4, 2023

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 26 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 2,138 new cases countywide and 70 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 34,756, county case totals to 3,640,865 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Friday COVID Roundup: Test, Mask, Stay Home When Sick

Friday, Dec 30, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 28 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 3,410 new cases countywide and 116 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 34,671, county case totals to 3,631,736 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: County Records 6,994 Cases, 39 Deaths Since Saturday

Tuesday, Dec 27, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 39 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 6,994 new cases countywide and 219 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley over long holiday weekend. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 34,599, county case totals to 3,622,250 and Santa...

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Kaiser Permanente Presents $12,000 Grant to Bridge to Home Kaiser Permanente has awarded a $12,000 Community Health Grant to Bridge to Home to help address homelessness in the Santa Clarita Valley.	Foothill League Soccer: Holiday Non-League Matches Boys and girls Foothill League soccer teams have been on holiday schedule this past week, with some teams taking time off and others playing non-league matches. Consequently, league standings haven’t changed much.	Cougars Notch Another Victory, 54-46 at Oxnard College 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.	Today in SCV History (Dec. 26) 1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]	SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Traffic Alert on Soledad Canyon Road 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.	Fostering Youth Independence Hosts Holiday PJ Party Fostering Youth Independence’s recent Charlie Brown Holiday party was attended by dozens of local foster youth and their volunteer Allies.
NWS Issues Flood Watch for SCV Through Friday 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.	Today in SCV History (Dec. 25) 1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]	Barger Urges Residents to Stay Alert, Follow Evacuation Orders 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.	CHP Makes Multiple Arrests in Organized Retail Theft Investigation 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.	Pilot Program to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding 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.	Dec. 27: Holiday Spice Salsa Edition at Canyon Country Community Center 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.
Today in SCV History (Dec. 24) 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]	DACC Urges Pet Owners to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Storm 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.	Season’s Best Offensive Performance Leads TMU Over Bethesda 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.	Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley Spreads Holiday Cheer 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.	Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float 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.	CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe 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.
NWS Issues Flood, High Wind Warnings for SCV, Southland The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather" warning for the Santa Clarita Valley and Southern California.	LASD Asks for Help Locating Missing Santa Clarita Man 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.	Today in SCV History (Dec. 23) 1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]	Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library 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.	Mandatory Changes Are Coming to Employment Posters	Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period 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.