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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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Beach Use Advisory Extended Through Tuesday
Monday, Mar 19, 2018

Los Angeles County Interim Health Officer Dr. Jeffrey Gunzenhauser has extended a county beach use advisory through Tuesday night at 10 due to runoff from the recent rainfall. Gunzenhauser cautions residents planning to visit county beaches to be careful of swimming, surfing and playing in ocean waters...

County Health Officials Issue Beach Use Advisory
Monday, Mar 12, 2018

Because of the recent rainfall, Los Angeles County Interim Health Officer Dr. Jeffrey Gunzenhauser has issued a beach use advisory in effect from now through Wednesday at 8 a.m. Gunzenhauser cautions residents planning to visit county beaches to be careful of swimming, surfing and playing in ocean waters...

Storm Runoff Prompts Beach Advisory Through Monday
Friday, Mar 2, 2018

Because of the recent rainfall, Los Angeles County Interim Health Officer Dr. Jeffrey Gunzenhauser is cautioning residents planning to visit county beaches to be careful when swimming, surfing and playing in ocean waters around discharging storm drains, creeks and rivers. This advisory will be in effect...

High Levels of Influenza Activity Continue in LA County
Friday, Feb 2, 2018

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reports that high levels of influenza activity continue in the county, and expects activity to remain elevated for several weeks to come. Influenza A (H3N2) viruses are the most common this season; H3N2-predominant seasons tend to be more severe. To...

County Health Chief: Not Too Late for Flu Vaccination
Wednesday, Dec 27, 2017

Flu activity is up and increasing throughout Los Angeles County and the Department of Public Health reminds residents it is not too late to receive a flu vaccine. “Continue spreading holiday cheer and not the flu,” said Jeffrey Gunzenhauser, MD, MPH, interim health officer for Los Angeles County....

Cold Snap Chills SCV, Southern California
Wednesday, Dec 20, 2017

Los Angeles County’s Department of Public Health has issued a Cold Weather Alert for the Santa Clarita Valley and other areas of Southern California due to the National Weather Service’s forecast for low temperatures. Wind chill temperatures are expected to be below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Affected...

LA County Launches Robust HIV/AIDS Strategy on World AIDS Day
Friday, Dec 1, 2017

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and the Los Angeles County Commission on HIV recognize World AIDS Day today and launch the Los Angeles County HIV/AIDS Strategy for 2020 and Beyond. The new strategy seeks to significantly reduce the number of annual HIV infections in Los Angeles County...

Heat Alert for SCV, L.A. County on Monday, Tuesday
Friday, Oct 20, 2017

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a heat alert as high temperatures have been forecast for the Los Angeles Basin on Monday, October 23 through Tuesday, October 24. The Department of Public Health would like to remind everyone that precautions should be taken, especially by individuals...

County Launches Health Equity Center
Tuesday, Oct 10, 2017

The Los Angeles County Health Agency launches the Center for Health Equity to ensure all individuals have access to the opportunities and resources needed for optimal health and well-being. The Center’s mission includes advancing racial, social and environmental justice in partnership with committed...

DPH Report: STDs on the Rise in California, L.A. County
Wednesday, Sep 27, 2017

The California Department of Public Health released its annual Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report today that highlights the ongoing increase in chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis cases throughout the state, including L.A. County. In 2016, Los Angeles County reported 59,176 cases of chlamydia...

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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]
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
Old Town Newhall Public Library will host "Spice Travels," Friday, Jan. 2, 9:15-9:30 a.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library
The California Highway Patrol encourages the public to “brake” the habit of speeding this holiday season. The CHP will launch a Holiday Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period
Volunteers are needed to help clear brush and restore the tread from the existing lower Gates and Twister trails 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 27.
Dec. 27: Volunteers Needed for SCV Trail Users Workday
Join InfluenceHER's "Redefining Happiness, a Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman," 4-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at the Venue Valencia.
Jan. 16: InfluenceHER- Redefining Happiness, A Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman
The Santa Clarita Public Library system has announced that all library branches will close at 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas.
Santa Clarita Public Library Holiday Hours
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