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1839 - Judge John F. Powell born in Galway, Ireland [story]
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Feb. 8: Castaic Union Governing Board Regular Meeting
Monday, Feb 5, 2024

The Castaic Union School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting Thursday, Feb. 8, at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place at the District Office, located at 28131 Livingston Avenue in Valencia. Items on the agenda include the financial report for January 2024 and approval of the stipend...

CUSD Now Accepting Jene Fielder Scholarship Applications
Monday, Jan 22, 2024

The Castaic Union School District has announced the Jene Fielder Trust Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for 2024. Jene Fielder was a vibrant lady who lived with gusto. Despite not having children of her own, she held a deep love for the children of Castaic, where she resided for many...

Sept. 14: CUSD Regular Board Meeting
Monday, Sep 11, 2023

The Castaic Union School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting Thursday, Sept. 14, beginning with a closed session at 5 p.m., followed immediately by open session at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place at the District Office, located at 28131 Livingston Avenue in Valencia. Items on the...

Stephanie Hall Named New Castaic Elementary Principal
Thursday, Aug 3, 2023

The Castaic Union School District is delighted to announce Stephanie Hall as the new principal of Castaic Elementary School. With a wealth of experience in education and a passion for fostering academic and social growth in students, Hall brings a dynamic and innovative approach to her new role. Hall...

Melanie Long Named New CUSD Preschool Coordinator
Thursday, Jul 27, 2023

Castaic Union School District is delighted to welcome Melanie Long as the new Coordinator of Preschool Programs. With nearly 30 years of experience in the field of early childhood education, Long brings a wealth of expertise and a deep passion for providing quality educational experiences to young learners. Long’s...

July 13: CUSD Regular Meeting
Friday, Jul 7, 2023

The Castaic Union School District will hold its regular meeting Thursday, July 13, beginning with a closed session at 5:30, followed immediately by open session at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place at the District Office, located at 28131 Livingston Avenue in Valencia. The agenda includes the appointment...

Castaic Union Announces Three New Appointments
Tuesday, Jun 27, 2023

Bob Brauneisen, Appointed Superintendent of the Castaic Union School District The Castaic Union School District Board of Trustees have announced three new appointments. Bob Brauneisen has been appointed the superintendent of the Castaic Union School District, effective July 1. With a lifelong dedication...

Castaic Union Presents 2022-2023 Jene Fielder Trust Scholarships
Thursday, Apr 20, 2023

Castaic Union School District is pleased to announce the presentation of the Jene Fielder Trust Scholarships for the 2022-2023 school year. The Jene Fielder Trust Scholarship committee awarded $13,750.00 in scholarship funds Wednesday to students who wish to pursue careers in fashion design, music, accounting,...

Castaic Union School District is Seeking New Members for  Measure QS Citizens’ Oversight Committee
Wednesday, Mar 29, 2023

Castaic Union School District is now accepting applications for our Measure QS Citizens’ Oversight Committee. On Nov. 6, 2012, voters who reside within the boundaries of the Castaic Union School District, expressed their support for public education by passing Measure QS. Measure QS, a Prop 39 school...

Castaic Union Secures Transportation Contract
Thursday, Nov 3, 2022

At a special meeting Wednesday evening, the governing board of the Castaic Union School District approved the agreement between CUSD and Student Transportation of America to facilitate transportation (two bus routes) for our general education students for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year. ...

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The California Department of Motor Vehicles today issued its decision in the Tesla administrative case, adopting the administrative law judge’s proposed decision
DMV Finds Tesla Violated California State Law With “Autopilot” Terms
Starting January 1, 2026, Santa Clarita Transit is launching Fare Capping, meaning once riders hit the daily or weekly cap, the rest of their local rides are free.
Santa Clarita Transit Launches Fare Capping Beginning January 2026
The University Library at California State University, Northridge has completed the processing and cataloging of the Los Angeles Jewish Federation Community Relations Committee (CRC) Archives, spanning from 1921 to 2000, providing researchers and the public access to one of the most comprehensive archives documenting the Jewish community’s role in combating antisemitism, fascism and discrimination in Southern California and beyond.
CSUN University Library Announces Completion of Jewish Community Archives Processing (1921–2000)
1839 - Judge John F. Powell born in Galway, Ireland [story]
John F. Powell
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards + Installation 2026 will be hosted this year at California Institute of the Arts on Friday, Feb. 13.
Chamber Opens Nominations for SCV Business Choice Awards
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will host its annual organizational and business meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Dec. 17: COC Board Holds Annual Organizational Meeting
Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia has announced major changes to its kids area, which will be reimagined as Looney Tunes Land
Looney Tunes Land to Debut at Six Flags Magic Mountain by Summer 2026
The Santa Clarita Artists Association has announced the 2026 exhibition schedule for the SCAA Gallery in Old Town Newhall.
SCAA Gallery 2026 Calendar of Art Exhibits Released
The Greater Lost Angeles Homeless Count (Jan. 20-22) is still in need of volunteers.
Jan. 20-22: Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count Still Needs Volunteers
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons will offer a free webinar, "Ecommerce 2026 Trends: The New Rules of Winning Online," on Monday, Dec. 22 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Dec. 22: SBDC Webinar on Ecommerce
The Master's University swimming teams turned in a strong all-around performance Saturday, Dec. 13, sweeping both the men's and women's dual meets against Bethel University of Indiana.
TMU Swim Sweeps Bethel in Dual Meet
Canyons men's basketball (6-4) remains unbeaten on its current road trip with wins over College of the Desert and L.A. City College preceding a victory over Solano (3-8) on Dec. 13.
Cougars Win 80-73 at Solano College, Streak Moves to Three
1902 - Hi Jolly (Hadji Ali), Gen. E.F. Beale's Syrian camel driver, dies at Quartzsite, Ariz. [story]
Hi Jolly's Tomb
The Regular/Organizational Meeting of the Castaic Union School District Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 6 p.m.
Dec. 16: Organizational Meeting of Castaic Board of Trustees
The Saugus Union School District Governing Board of Trustees will hold its annual organizational meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Saugus District Education Center.
Dec. 16: Saugus Union School District Board Organizational Meeting
The Santa Clarita Community College District has officially begun a nationwide search for its next Superintendent-President.
Nationwide Search Underway for New President
Ronni and Shepard Goodman met as students at California State University, Northridge in the 1960s and in the years since, they committed to supporting CSUN and empowering first-generation students to reach their highest aspirations.
CSUN Renames Academic Building to Honor $10 Million Gift
Every holiday season, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital employees provide support to local families through the William S. Hart Union High School District Annual Helping Families Program.
Henry Mayo Hospital Employees Support Local Families
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has issued a statement regarding the Terrorist Attack in Australia on the first night of Hanukkah.
LASD Response to Australian Terrorist Attack on Hanukkah
Caltrans has announced overnight lane reductions along Interstate 405 (I-405) through the Sepulveda Pass for median barrier work. The work will start after 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15 and will end by 6 a.m. each morning to Friday, Dec. 19.
Dec. 15-19: I-405 Lane Reductions in Sepulveda Pass
Allie Miller scored a career-high 23 points and Bella Forker added a career-high 20 as The Master's University women's basketball team defeated the Life Pacific Warriors 72-42 Saturday, Dec. 13 in The MacArthur Center.
Lady Mustangs Stay Undefeated in Conference Play
The Master's University men's basketball team stayed undefeated in GSAC play with a 92-82 home win over Life Pacific on Saturday, Dec. 13 in The MacArthur Center. 
Mustangs Use Strong First Half to Top LPU
The city of Santa Clarita Film Office has released the list of four productions filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, Dec. 15 to Sunday, Dec. 21.
Dec. 15-21: Four Productions Filming in SCV
1987 - Incorporation: Santa Clarita officially becomes a city [story]
first City Council
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