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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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Dec. 2: Employment Law Update at COC Chancellor’s Circle Breakfast
Thursday, Sep 29, 2016

Chancellor’s Circle Breakfast Briefing When:  Friday, December 2, 2016 Time:  7:30 a.m. Breakfast – 8:15 a.m. Presentation Presented by:  Brian F. Koegle, Attorney at Law, Poole and Shaffery, LLP Where: Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA...

Oct. 14: What Your Business Needs to Know About Obamacare, Employment Law
Tuesday, Sep 29, 2015

Learn from a panel of experts about the new Affordable Care Act regulations and changes in employment law that will affect your business. The annual Employment Law Update from the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce is coming Wednesday, Oct. 14, to the Hyatt Valencia. See flier for more info.  

Feb. 17: VIA Hosting Annual Employment Law Update
Monday, Feb 2, 2015

The Valley Industry Association Invites you to join us on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 – 11:45 a.m. Valencia Country Club 27330 No. Tourney Road, Valencia Click here to RSVP:   http://via.org/Calendar/EventDetails.aspx?id=577   Members & Sponsored Guests: Reserve by Thursday, February 12,...

Dec. 5: Breakfast at COC with Business Law Attorney Brian Koegle
Tuesday, Nov 18, 2014

Keep up with the Ever-Changing Laws that Affect “Doing Business in California”  December 5, 2014 7:30 am Breakfast – 8:15 a.m. Presentation Presented by: Brian F. Koegle, Attorney at Law, Poole Shaffery, LLP Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa...

Feb. 13: HR Professionals Brush Up on Employment Law
Tuesday, Jan 21, 2014

Brian Koegle Is your business up to date on all of the latest changes to the federal and state employment laws? If not, or if you simply need a review of the latest changes, then join District 12 of the Professionals in Human Resources Association for a breakfast meeting on Thursday, Feb. 13. Check-in/Breakfast...

Feb. 19: Employment Law Update at VIA Luncheon
Thursday, Jan 31, 2013

David Poole Keeping up with all the changes in California employment law can be a daunting task for most business owners. However, failure to comply with all of the requirements can result in substantial costs – sometimes into the hundreds of thousands of dollars – for your business. Make sure you’re...

Feb. 7 Chamber Luncheon: What Obamacare Means to You
Monday, Jan 14, 2013

Brian Koegle Several changes to national healthcare policies, as part of the Affordable Care Act, became effective Jan. 1, and many more are expected in the months and years to come. To help members of the community understand the relevance of these new laws and policies, the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber...

Dec. 7: Koegle to Discuss Employment Law at COC Chancellor’s Circle Breakfast
Tuesday, Nov 27, 2012

Brian Koegle With an eye toward the fast approaching new year, local attorney Brian E. Koegle will present an up-to-date overview of the ever-changing laws that affect “Doing Business in California,” during the fall 2012 College of the Canyons Chancellor’s Circle Breakfast Briefing. The presentation...

Wednesday, Dec 21, 2011

[CalChamber] – Several new employment laws will impact California employers’ day-to-day operations and policies in 2012. This white paper runs through a list of these new laws. Unless specified, all new legislation goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2012.   * Credit Check AB 22 prohibits employers...

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The city of Santa Clarita has issued a traffic alert for Sand Canyon Road.
Sand Canyon Road Closed Due to Road Damage, Rock Slides
Property Management Professionals will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4-4:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 29 at 25124 Springfield Court #220, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan. 29: Property Management Professionals Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
The California Highway Patrol is highlighting new public safety laws passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Governor Gavin Newsom that, unless otherwise stated, take effect Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.
CHP Highlights Public Safety Laws Taking Effect 2026
Kaiser Permanente has awarded a $12,000 Community Health Grant to Bridge to Home to help address homelessness in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Kaiser Permanente Presents $12,000 Grant to Bridge to Home
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.
Foothill League Soccer: Holiday Non-League Matches
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.
Cougars Notch Another Victory, 54-46 at Oxnard College
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]
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