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1945 - PFC Johnny Cordova of Castaic killed in action on Okinawa [story]
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CSUN Updates Final Exams Plan for Dec. 13-18
Wednesday, Dec 12, 2018

California State University, Northridge President Dianne F. Harrison, Ph.D., has updated the final exams plan for Thursday, Dec. 13 through Tuesday, Dec. 18. Discovery of a hand-written threat of violence during final exams on Wednesday, Dec. 12 prompted school officials to direct faculty to hold exams...

CSUN Among Top 15 Universities Awarding Degrees to Minority Students
Friday, Aug 24, 2018

California State University, Northridge ranks among the top 15 universities in the country that award undergraduate degrees to minority students, according to Diverse Issues in Higher Education. The magazine’s annual ranking of the “Top 100 Producers of Bachelor’s Degrees” appears in its Aug....

Michael Izzi Joins CSUN as Athletic Program Director
Monday, Jul 2, 2018

Michael Izzi, California State University, Northridge Athletic DirectorNORTHRIDGE — California State University, Northridge President Dianne F. Harrison announced Monday the hiring of Michael Izzi as the new athletic director of the Matadors’ 19-team intercollegiate program. Izzi, a veteran athletics...

CSUN Earns National Award for Social Mobility Programs
Monday, Apr 2, 2018

California State University, Northridge has been recognized as a CollegeNET Social Mobility Innovator for its groundbreaking programs that foster social mobility. CollegeNET’s Social Mobility Index ranks four-year U.S. colleges and universities according to how effectively they enroll students from...

State University Executive Orders Prompts Message from CSUN President
Tuesday, Oct 24, 2017

Statement from CSUN President Dianne F. Harrison on the recent Executive Orders handed down by the California State University system. To the Campus Community: As a campus in the California State University system, we must operate under state legislation, system policies and executive orders (EO) in...

CSUN Names Business College Building for Harvey and Harriet Bookstein
Monday, Oct 23, 2017

California State University, Northridge officials have named the building that houses the university’s business college Bookstein Hall, in honor of alumni Harriet and Harvey Bookstein and their generous support of CSUN over the years. The renaming of Juniper Hall, home to the David Nazarian College...

CSUN’s KCSN-FM Now Booms from Santa Clarita to San Clemente
Friday, Sep 15, 2017

California State University, Northridge and Saddleback College in Mission Viejo have joined forces in a record-breaking shared programming agreement between their respective public radio licensees, KCSN-FM and KSBR-FM. The stations are now operating under the moniker “The New 88.5 FM” are heard from...

CSUN President Releases Statement on DACA Decision
Tuesday, Sep 5, 2017

Statement from CSUN President Dianne F. Harrison on Tuesday’s DACA Decision. To the Campus Community: The start of the academic year should be filled with excitement for all students as they continue on their journey to a bright future. This year is different. Like so many in the CSUN campus community,...

CSUN President Kicks Off Academic Year with Welcome Address
Wednesday, Aug 30, 2017

California State University, Northridge President Dianne F. Harrison highlighted the numerous accomplishments of CSUN faculty, students and staff in her fall semester 2017 welcome address at the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts. Harrison presented the opportunities and challenges...

CSUN Scores $60K from Hollywood Foreign Press for Film Projects
Wednesday, Aug 9, 2017

CSUN President Dianne F. Harrison with actor Dustin Hoffman at the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s annual grants banquet, where CSUN was awarded $65,000 to support the university’s film students. Photo by Nate Thomas. While entertainment industry legends Stan Lee and Dustin Hoffman...

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To assess the potential air quality impacts of ongoing debris removal efforts near the Palisades and Eaton Fire areas, the South Coast Air Quality Management District conducted initial mobile monitoring surveys to detect airborne pollutants, including toxic metals and volatile organic compounds.
Update on Monitoring by South Coast Air Quality Management District
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.
L.A. County Parks’ Summer 2025 Junior Lake Lifeguard Program is Open For Enrollment
The California Highway Patrol joined more than 100 law enforcement agencies and major retailers for a multi-day, National Organized Retail Crime Blitz.
CHP Leads California’s Charge in Nationwide Crackdown on Organized Retail Crime
1945 - PFC Johnny Cordova of Castaic killed in action on Okinawa [story]
Johnny Cordova
The American Sign Language Interpreting program at College of the Canyons is a comprehensive two-year program designed to award students with an Associate in Arts degree in American Sign Language Interpreting.
COC Offers AA Degree in American Sign Language Interpreting
Escape Musical Theatre presents "The Music Man" at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons. Performances will run June 19-22.
June 19-22: Escape Musical Theatre Presents ‘The Music Man’
On Sunday, June 22, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. the Vet at the Park Mobile Clinic will visit Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA 91351.
June 22: Vet at the Park Mobile Clinic at Canyon Country Community Center
The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District has launched its 2025 summer campaign, “Guardians of Greater LA,” to highlight the unwavering commitment of the district and its dedicated staff in protecting the health of nearly six million county residents.
Vector Control Launches Summer Mosquito Awareness Campaign
The Castaic Aquatic Center offers a variety of swims this summer, including recreational, laps and aqua aerobics, and recreational swims are free.
Castaic Aquatic Center Summer 2025
Recreational Swim is offered during the week and weekends at various Santa Clarita pools during the summer.
Summer Recreational Swimming in the SCV
Runners of all ages are invited to support the College of the Canyons cross country and track & field programs by participating in the 50th Annual Cross Country Summer Series sponsored by Fleet Feet on Thursday evenings from July 10 to Aug. 14.
Thursdays July 10-Aug. 14: 50th Annual COC Cross Country Summer Series Runs
1890 - 18-day murder trial of Castaic's W.C. Chormicle and W.A. Gardner ends in acquittal [story]
William Chormicle
Take a Sunset Stroll at Vasquez Rocks Natural Area and Nature Center in Agua Dulce.
Take a Sunset Stroll at Vasquez Rocks
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors will vote Tuesday on a motion introduced by Supervisor Kathryn Barger to defer and refund costly County permit fees for survivors of the devastating Eaton and Palisades Fires that struck in January 2025.
Barger Seeks to Defer, Refund Permit Fees for Eaton, Palisades Fires Survivors
Child Rights and You (CRY) America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to ensuring every child’s right to education, healthcare, and protection from abuse and exploitation.
July 26: CRY America Launches Los Angeles Youth Chapter
Join the Santa Clarita Valley Concert Band on Saturday, June 28 at 5 p.m. for its "Stars and Stripes" concert.
June 28: SCV Concert Band ‘Stars and Stripes’ Concert
Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its fresh sliced and fresh grilled subs, will host a grand opening and school fundraiser at 16400 Village Way in Santa Clarita on Wednesday, June 18.
Jersey Mike’s New SCV Location to Host Grand Opening, School Fundraiser
California Credit Union announced Monday the launch of “Georgia,” a new virtual chatbot designed to deliver fast, intelligent and secure support to members 24/7.
California Credit Union Launches ‘Georgia’ Virtual Chatbox
The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop is seeking volunteers for its Santa Clarita store this summer.
Volunteers Needed for American Cancer Society Discovery Shop
The deadline for standard entries for the Santa Clarita Valley 2025 Fourth of July Parade registration has been extended to 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 17.
June 17: SCV Fourth of July Parade Registration Deadline Extended
The city of Santa Clarita has announced the release of the sixth episode of Santa Clarita Voices, the city’s official podcast, that highlights the stories, experiences and conversations from city leaders and unique members in the community.
Santa Clarita Voices Episode Six Available Now
As a longtime resident of Santa Clarita, I know that summer brings more than just high temperatures, it also marks a peak season for wildfire danger.
Ken Striplin | Keeping Our Community Safe from Wildfires, Fireworks
Green Santa Clarita notes that, to help prevent ant pesticide pollution in Santa Clarita waterways, the first thing to do is to prevent ants from coming into our home or business in the first place.
Please Keep Ant Spray out of Waterways
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit certain Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing and playing in ocean waters.
LA County Ocean Water Use Warning for June 16
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