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Changes to ‘Sanctuary’ Bill Made it Better | Commentary by Sheriff Jim McDonnell
Saturday, Sep 16, 2017

The Legislature’s passage of Senate Bill 54 and the anticipated signing by Governor Brown marks the end of a long and, at times, contentious debate about immigration and the role of law enforcement in California. The legislation initially proposed, put to the test the trust that we in local policing...

‘Bridge to Communities We Serve’
Thursday, Jan 26, 2017

As Sheriff, I was an early and vocal supporter of a Civilian Oversight Commission for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. I firmly believe we need and want another bridge to the communities we serve. The Civilian Oversight Commission will allow the people of L.A. County to participate in the...

68 Graduate from Sheriff’s Academy
Friday, Aug 12, 2016

Sheriff Jim McDonnell | LASD Photos A total of 68 polished recruits lined up in formation this morning outside the Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons awaiting final inspection before their formal conversion from recruits to California peace officers during their graduation ceremony. Academy...

I-5 Section in Castaic Being Dedicated to Fallen Deputy
Tuesday, Aug 9, 2016

Sheriff Jim McDonnell and family members of slain L.A. County Sheriff’s Deputy Shayne Daniel York (E.O.W. Aug. 16, 1997) will participate in the dedication of memorial signage on a section of Interstate 5 in Castaic in the deputy’s honor. The dedication ceremony will be held in the Shayne...

A Learning Opportunity
Monday, May 2, 2016

Very recently I learned that three to four years ago, LASD Chief Tom Angel shared inappropriate and unprofessional e-mails with others during his service as Burbank Police Department Assistant Chief. This incident is one that I find deeply troubling. Chief Angel has offered his resignation, and I have...

The Dangers of Sexting
Sunday, Mar 13, 2016

This past week, the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department’s Human Trafficking Bureau held a news conference and provided reporters with a comprehensive update on the horrific nature and the sheer number of human trafficking cases that involve children and young teens taking nude photos of themselves...

Moving Forward
Wednesday, Dec 2, 2015

As I reflect upon my first year as Sheriff, I continue to be humbled and honored by the commitment every member of this Department makes on a daily basis to serve the people of Los Angeles County. It is my privilege to share a tradition of service, integrity and accountability with the 18,000 men and...

Sheriff Launches Human Trafficking Task Force
Thursday, Nov 19, 2015

Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell announced the launch Thursday of the Los Angeles Regional Human Trafficking Task Force, headquartered at the Sherman Block Building in Monterey Park. This Regional Task Force is one of the most comprehensive partnerships in the nation and one that brings together...

Sheriff Swears In 53 New Officers
Friday, Sep 4, 2015

Friday morning’s ceremony for Academy Class No. 407 featured 53 recruits who were sworn in at their graduation from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Eugene W. Biscailuz Regional Training Academy. The class is comprised of 46 male and five female Deputy Sheriffs, one male Police Officer...

10 L.A. County Jail Employees ‘Relieved of Duty’
Saturday, Jul 11, 2015

On Friday, July 10, 2015, ten jail personnel with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department were relieved of duty and a number of others were reassigned to other duties pending further investigation. The personnel relieved of duty include two lieutenants, one sergeant, one senior deputy, four...

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1910 - Newhall (Auto) Tunnel opens, bypassing Beale's Cut [story]
Newhall Tunnel
1892 - Benjamin Harrison establishes 555,520-acre San Gabriel Timberland Reserve (Angeles National Forest). First forest reserve in California, second in U.S. [story]
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The Saugus Union School District Governing Board of Trustees elected Matthew Watson as 2026 board president at the Tuesday, Dec. 16 organizational meeting.
Watson Elected SUSD Board of Trustees President
Los Angeles–based painter Jasimen Phillips is a featured artist in the city of Santa Clarita’s “Pop Culture” exhibition, currently on view at the Newhall Community Center through March 25, 2026.
Phillips Examines Evolving Relationship with Technology in Exhibit
The Gibbon Conservation Center in Saugus is requesting donations, including memberships and gibbon adoption sponsorships to reach a matching goal of $15,000.
Gibbon Center Needs Donations to Meet $15K Match
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees failed to complete its annual organizational vote to elect a new board president during its meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
COC Board Fails to Elect New President in Deadlocked Vote
There's no better way to celebrate the season than with toys, treats, and rollercoasters. My annual Foster Youth Holiday Party is one of the most special traditions we do each year
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
The Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of "A Christmas Story," adds shows due to high ticket demand. Shows have been added on Sunday, Dec. 21 and Monday, Dec. 22.
CTG ‘A Christmas Story’ Adds Shows, Dec. 21-22, Due to Demand
The city of Santa Clarita will present its latest art exhibition, “Pop Culture,” on view at the Newhall Community Center now through March 25, 2026.
City Presents ‘Pop Culture’ Art Exhibit at the Newhall Community Center
This week’s Foothill League matches resulted in the Saugus boys getting a firmer grip on first place, and the Saugus girls slipping into second place. Meanwhile, holiday tournaments are bringing both wins and losses from non-league teams, with more on the way.
Foothill League Soccer: Saugus Boys, Hart Girls Leading
1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
Saugus train station
Do you have a passion for swimming and a desire to make an impact in your community? The city of Santa Clarita is seeking individuals with strong customer service skills and a commitment to community engagement to join its lifeguard team.
Applications Are Open for the Summer 2026 Lifeguard Season
Santa Clarita Valley residents need to put down the yule log and refrain from all residental wood burning fires on Friday, Dec. 19.
Dec. 19: No Burn Day Alert Issued for SCV, South Coast Air Basin
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides (D-Aqua Dulce), announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 27th Congressional District: the “MathViz” team led by local Academy of the Canyons student, Gautham Korrapati.
Whitesides Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge SCV Winners
The Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K, set for March 1, in Santa Clarita, is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community and giving back. Now through Wednesday, Dec. 24, take $10 OFF race registration with promo code WINTER10 at checkout.
March 1: JCI Santa Clarita Holds Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K Runs
Theatre Extempore will present the all time classic musical The Fantasticks, 8-10 p.m. Jan. 9-11. 15-18 at The MAIN.
Jan. 9: Premiere of ‘The Fantasticks’ Presented by Theatre Extempore
West Ranch High School senior Braulio Castillo (17) never did any long-distance running before high school, but what he has accomplished in that demanding discipline since taking it up is impressive. And, so far his senior year, it is phenomenal.
West Ranch Runner Going the Distance
Powerlab Studio will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8 at 28110 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan 8: Powerlab Studio Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
B2 Entertainment will have a Cookies With Santa event, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 at 21516 Golden Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Dec. 21: Cookies With Santa at MB2 Entertainment
The College of the Canyons soccer programs will be hosting 'Friday Night Footy,' small-sided pick-up games, running on Friday evenings Jan. 2 through June 26 at the COC Soccer Facility.
Jan. 2-June 26: Cougars Soccer Programs to Host ‘Friday Night Footy’
College of the Canyons sophomore pitcher Nichole Muro will continue her academic and athletic career at Cumberland University after signing with the Phoenix softball program.
Muro Signs with Cumberland University Softball Program
College of the Canyons men's basketball won its fourth straight contest in an 80-72 affair at Napa Valley College on Monday afternoon, Dec. 15 as freshman Julius Washington led all scorers with 20 points.
Cougars Win Fourth Straight 80-72 at Napa Valley
Canyons women's basketball snapped a five-game losing streak with a 60-44 win over Diablo Valley College during the final day of action at the Napa Valley Storm Surge tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Canyons Finishes Tourney Weekend with 60-44 Win Over Diablo Valley
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