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1936 - Passenger plane crash in Rice Canyon kills all 12 aboard [story]
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Nov. 19: California Water Commission Meets, Will Tour Pyramid, Castaic
Monday, Nov 10, 2025

The November meeting of the California Water Commission will be held Wednesday, Nov. 19 in Southern California and will include the fifth State Water Project briefing of 2025. Department of Water Resources staff will provide an update on current construction projects and modernization programs within...

Aug. 8-10: Teen Outdoor Overnight Camp at Castaic Lake
Monday, Aug 4, 2025

The city of Santa Clarita invites parents to give your teen a weekend full of adventure and leadership experiences. The Teen Outdoor Overnight Camp at Castaic Lake will be held Aug. 8-10. Join other teens in connecting with nature through this outdoor recreation experience at Castaic Lake. Staffed...

July 11: ‘Splash in the Water’ at Castaic Lake Begins
Monday, Jul 7, 2025

California State University, Northridge, and Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation will present “Splash in the Water” at Castaic Lake, a free boating and water safety event for children ages 7-14. The program runs on Fridays beginning Friday, July 11 through Aug. 15. Participants can kayak,...

Summer Camping Fun at L.A. County Parks
Saturday, Jul 5, 2025

Experience and explore the outdoors with overnight camping, offering an unforgettable adventure in some of Los Angeles County’s most beautiful parks, including Castaic Lake. Discover nature, enjoy fun activities, and connect with the outdoors as the sun sets. Be sure to bring a tent, sleeping bags,...

L.A. County Parks’ Summer 2025 Junior Lake Lifeguard Program is Open For Enrollment
Wednesday, Jun 18, 2025

The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation is excited to announce that enrollment is open for the Summer 2025 Junior Lake Lifeguard Program for youth ages 9-17. The program offers instruction in lifeguard rescue techniques, first-aid, open water sport activities, and physical conditioning....

L.A. County Budget Cuts to Impact Castaic Lake
Tuesday, Jun 10, 2025

Norma Edith García-González, director, County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation. Norma E. García-González, director, County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation announced Tuesday some important updates to L.A. County’s $22.2 million budget reduction. The cuts will...

Through Aug. 16: L.A. County Parks Pool and Lake Season

The county of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation has kicked off the 2025 pool and lake season, with all public pools officially open through Saturday, Aug. 16. Year-round pools will be open Monday through Friday 6 a.m.-8 p.m., and Saturdays from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Seasonal pools will be open Monday...

April 25: Castaic Lake SCAA Plein Air Artmaking
Thursday, Apr 17, 2025

The Santa Clarita Artists Association will be hosting a Plein Air Outdoor Artmaking and public meet up Friday, April 25, 9 a.m.- noon at Castaic Lake. Please come sign up through the SCAA website and join the group. Castaic Lake is located north of Santa Clarita. Castaic Lake is easily found on Google...

May 31: Castaic Lake Hosts Sixth Annual Dragon Boat Festival
Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025

Unleash the dragon at Castaic Lake, home to the upcoming Sixth Annual Dragon Boating festival on Saturday, May 31. Wake up bright and early as gates open at 6:30 a.m. for a day of paddling, music and fun. Over 500 paddlers and spectators are expected to attend this family-friendly event where tradition...

Update: Hughes Fire Consumes More than 10,000 Acres, 14% Contained
Thursday, Jan 23, 2025

The Los Angeles County Joint Coordination Information Center has released the following information as of 1 p.m. on the Hughes Fire. A total of 10,176 acres has been consumed. Today, firefighters will continue reinforcing control lines and holding the fire in its current footprint, protecting the Wayside...

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1936 - Passenger plane crash in Rice Canyon kills all 12 aboard [story]
victim recovery
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
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