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Barger Issues Statement on Newly Approved Rental Housing Habitability Program
Tuesday, Apr 16, 2024

Supervisor Barger issued the following statement today, after the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to implement the Rental Housing Habitability Program–a new rental unit inspection program for rental properties in unincorporated communities in Los Angeles County: “This new program is ultimately...

April 24: Supes Proclaim Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
Wednesday, Apr 10, 2024

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion introduced by Supervisor Kathryn Barger and co-authored by Supervisor Hilda L. Solis to commemorate the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide by proclaiming April 24, 2024 as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day. “I believe...

County Supervisors Extends Eviction Moratorium Until 2022
Wednesday, Sep 29, 2021

The Board of Supervisors voted to extend Los Angeles County’s temporary eviction moratorium through Jan 31, 2022. These protections, which went into effect Mar 2020 and set to expire on Sept 30, 2021, provided a set of affirmative defenses against evictions for residential and commercial tenants, as...

County Looks to Strengthen Ordinance on Smoke-Free Environments
Thursday, Mar 21, 2019

The County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors passed amendments Tuesday to strengthen the County’s policies on smoke-free environments and to close loopholes where smoking is permitted. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) provided recommendations to close the gaps of...

Sept. 25: LA County Board of Supervisors Meeting
Friday, Sep 21, 2018

The next meeting of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is set for Tuesday, Sept. 25, starting at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be [streamed live here]. Here are more agenda highlights (see the full agenda here): Presentations & Proclamations: The Honorable Mirna Khawly, commemorating her appointment...

Supes Approve Measure to Provide Critical Care for Mentally Ill
Tuesday, Jan 30, 2018

LOS ANGELES COUNTY –The Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 on Tuesday, with Supervisor Sheila Kuehl opposing, to approve a motion by Supervisors Kathryn Barger and Mark Ridley-Thomas sponsoring state legislation amending the state’s definition of gravely disabled to enable the county to provide critical...

Castaic Union School District Governing Board Elections Change to Even Years
Wednesday, May 3, 2017

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved Castaic Union School District’s request to change its governing board member elections from the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of odd years to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even years. The agreement also...

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<strong>1839</strong> - Gov. Juan B. Alvarado gives most of SCV to Mexican Army Lt. Antonio del Valle. [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/reynolds/part14.html" target="new_window">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/reynolds/part14.html" target="new_window"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/jj2003at.jpg" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;" alt="Diseno map"> </a>
After hitting its initial volunteer goal last night, today the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority announced a strong start to the 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count.
Momentum Builds Following Successful Start to 2026 Homeless Count
The Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 2026 Non-Profit Love Match designed to connect passionate professionals with local nonprofits searching for volunteers and board leaders.
Feb 10: Non-Profit Love Match, A High-Impact Networking Experience for Professionals & Nonprofits
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a residential No Burn Day Alert for Thursday, Jan. 22 in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Jan. 22: Residential No Burn Day Alert Declared for Santa Clarita Valley
California State University, Northridge has earned the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching that highlights an institution’s commitment to community engagement.
CSUN Earns 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides George Whitesides (CA-27) introduced a bill to improve transparency and oversight of the Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan Program, which he then testified in support of during a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.
Whitesides Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Transparency in Veterans’ Home Loan Program
Joy is the one word that comes to top of mind when Yan Searcy, dean of California State University, Northridge’s College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, thinks about comedian, actor and entrepreneur Cedric the Entertainer.
Feb. 2: CSUN’s Spring Salon Series to Feature Conversation with Cedric the Entertainer
The California Department of Motor Vehicles announced an additional comment period to collect feedback on several changes to proposed autonomous heavy- and light-vehicle regulations, including a delay in the implementation date of new data reporting requirements.
The DMV Opens Second 15-Day Public Comment Period on Autonomous Heavy- and Light-Duty Vehicles
<strong>1914</strong> - Signal newspaper owner-editor Scott Newhall born in San Francisco [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/tn1968.htm" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href = "https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/tn1968.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/tn1968t.jpg" alt="Scott Newhall" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is now accepting applications for its Deputy Explorer Program, a career development and educational opportunity for young adults ages 14 to 20 who maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Jan. 22: Deadline to Apply for L.A. Sheriff’s Department Deputy Explorer Program
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has named First District Supervisor Hilda Solis as the new board chair for 2026.
Supes Name First District Supervisor Hilda Solis Chair for 2026
On Friday, Jan. 16, surrounded by his loved ones and Sheriff's Department colleagues, we officially renamed the Castaic Sports Complex in honor of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer.
Kathryn Barger | Honoring Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer
The Saugus Union School District Board of Trustees will conduct a Special Meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21, to focus on the district's search for a new superintendent.
Jan. 21: SUSD to Conduct Special Board Meeting on Superintendent Search
Come together and celebrate a milestone rooted in comunidad, culture and connection as the Newhall Community Center marks 20 years of service with a free outdoor anniversary celebration.
Celebrate 20 Years of the Newhall Community Center
Improv is back at the Canyon Theatre Guild with Leapfrog Improv, which will play for one night only 8 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23.
Jan. 23: Leapfrog Improv at the Canyon Theatre Guild
The Black Business Council will host a special evening of networking in recognition of Black History Month, 5-6:30 p.m., Tuesday Feb. 3 at Venue Valencia at 28678 The Old Road, Valencia, CA 91355.
Feb. 3: Black Business Council, an Evening of Celebration for Black History Month
Caltrans has announced lane closures at various locations in both directions of Interstate 5 (I-5) near Castaic for pavement rehabilitation.
Jan. 20-23: Lane Closures in Both Directions of I-5 Near Castaic
Caltrans has announced overnight lane reductions, ramp closures and connector impacts along Interstate 405 (I-405) through the Sepulveda Pass for demolition, K-rail installation and median barrier work.
Jan. 20-24: Overnight Lane Reductions Along I-405 Through the Sepulveda Pass
The Master's University men's basketball team pulled an upset on Saturday, Jan. 17,  defeating No. 10-ranked Arizona Christian University by a score of 91-82 in Glendale, Ariz. 
Mustangs Upset ACU in Comeback Win
<strong>1993</strong> - Hart High grad Dee Dee Myers (1979) becomes first female White House press secretary [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/lat101492.htm" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href = "https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/lat101492.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/mugs/deedeemyerst.jpg" alt="Dee Dee Myers" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
The fifth annual Santa Clarita Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Unity Walk attracted a large crowd to Central Park in Saugus on Monday, Jan. 19. Attendees walked together as a community and in honor of King's legacy.
Fifth Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Unity Walk in Central Park
Old Town Newhall Public Library will host a Artist Spotlight event featuring the "Godmother of African American Art," Samella Lewis 4-5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23 at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 23: Artist Spotlight, Samella Lewis Workshop at Newhall Library
The Walk to End Alzheimer's Santa Clarita Valley planning committee is recruiting new members for it's 2026 walk.
SCV Walk to End Alzheimer’s Committee Seeks New Members
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will hold a business meeting Wednesday, Jan. 21, beginning at 5 p.m. The board will first meet in closed session at 4 p.m.
Jan. 21: COC Board of Trustees Business Meeting
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