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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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McKeon Remarks on Developments in Syria
Monday, Aug 26, 2013

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, made the following statement regarding recent developments in Syria: “I share Americans’ concern with the developing situation in Syria, and I am monitoring events there closely. Using chemical weapons...

McKeon: Manning Betrayed Country; 35 Years is ‘Light Sentence’
Thursday, Aug 22, 2013

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, made the following statement about Wednesday’s sentencing of Bradley Manning to 35 years in prison for espionage and other specifications relating to his release of classified documents to Wikileaks: “Bradley...

Sept. 11: McKeon’s Service Academy Information Night at COC
Monday, Aug 19, 2013

U.S. Rep. Howard “Buck” McKeon’s next local Service Academy Information Night will be held Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. at the University Center at College of the Canyons.

McKeon Comments on Pentagon’s New Sexual Assault Policies
Thursday, Aug 15, 2013

Rep. Howard P. “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, made the following statement Thursday on new policies announced by the Department of Defense aimed to combat sexual assault in the military: “I applaud the Department for continuing to address...

McKeon’s Comments About Arabs, Hispanics Weren’t Meant to Offend, Spokeswoman Says (Video)
Monday, Aug 12, 2013

Responding to criticism about his comments on immigration reform for 11 million “undocumented citizens,” a spokeswoman for Congressman Buck McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, said the comments weren’t intended to be offensive, but part of a larger conversation on the need for immigration reform. The comments,...

McKeon, Rogers Could be Headed for Rematch
Monday, Jul 22, 2013

U.S. Rep. Howard “Buck” McKeon It’s just under a year away from the June primary, but last year’s candidates for the 25th Congressional District are already creating a buzz. Rep. Howard “Buck” McKeon, R-California, is being challenged once again by Lee Rogers, a podiatrist from Simi...

McKeon Votes for New House Education Bill
Friday, Jul 19, 2013

Rep. Howard “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, voted Friday for H.R. 5, The Student Success Act.  The Student Success Act returns responsibility for student achievement to states, school districts, and parents while maintaining high expectations; eliminates ineffective federal programs and invests...

I Said, Do Not Call

The following is an open letter sent this week to U.S. Rep. Howard “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita.   Dear Representative McKeon, The National Do Not Call List was an extremely welcome tool to the country’s residents. Unfortunately it has become toothless and impotent. The number and...

McKeon Pens Letter to Obama on ‘Zero Option’ in Afghanistan
Monday, Jul 15, 2013

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita,  sent the following letter to President Obama regarding news reports that indicate he is considering a “zero option” of U.S. forces in Afghanistan post-2014:   Dear President Obama, I write with great surprise...

McKeon: Pentagon’s Civilian Furloughs Were ‘Avoidable’
Wednesday, Jul 10, 2013

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, made the following statement in reaction to the commencement of furloughs for Department of Defense civilian employees: “I am disappointed that today hundreds of thousands of federal employees, many of...

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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]
reburial
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