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1936 - Passenger plane crash in Rice Canyon kills all 12 aboard [story]
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Sheriff’s Station Asks Public Help Identifying Petty Theft Suspect
Wednesday, Jul 7, 2021

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station detectives are seeking the public’s help in identifying a petty theft suspect who reportedly stole from an after-hours deposit drop box at a bank in Valencia. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, July 1, when the man approached the drop box at Pacific...

Van Nuys Couple Arrested on Suspicion of Stealing Packages Throughout SCV
Thursday, Dec 31, 2020

An off-duty law enforcement officer with a watchful eye helped Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies catch a Van Nuys couple they suspect of stealing numerous packages in the SCV. Deputies were first alerted to two theft suspects after an off-duty law enforcement officer contacted the station...

Woman Arrested on Suspicion of Grand Theft of Budget Rental Truck
Friday, Jul 31, 2020

A 39-year-old Encino woman was arrested Thursday in Newhall on suspicion of stealing a Budget rental moving truck — the kind of crime that local law enforcement officials say is on the rise amid the COVID-19 pandemic. In the early-morning hours, deputies on patrol ran a license plate for a moving...

Crime Blotter: Burglary, Petty Theft, Grand Theft in Stevenson Ranch
Monday, Jun 10, 2019

Here is the Stevenson Ranch Zone 3 Public Safety Report for the month of May, 2019: 05/12/19 Burglary (Vehicle): 25300 The Old Road Person(s) unknown entered the victim’s vehicle and stole a backpack containing a jacket, hand held two-way radio, text books, and various other low valued items. The...

Crime Blotter: Grand Theft, Petty Theft, Vehicle Burglary in Newhall
Tuesday, Apr 24, 2018

Here is the Community Newhall (Zone 6) Crime Information & Public Safety Report for April 9 – 15: 04/09/18, Monday Grand Theft – Walnut Street / 14th Street Person(s) unknown stole the victim’s 2014 Chevy Cruz, four door, silver in color. The vehicle was later located by the California...

Crime Blotter: Burglary, Petty Theft, Grand Theft in Stevenson Ranch
Thursday, Jan 11, 2018

Here is the Stevenson Ranch Public Safety and Crime Information Report for the week of Jan. 1-7: The following crimes were reported last week in Stevenson Ranch (Zone 3): 01/03/18 Burglary (Vehicle): 25300 The Old Road Person(s) unknown smashed the passenger side window of the victim’s vehicle and...

Crime Blotter: Vehicle, Petty, Grand Thefts in Valencia
Thursday, Sep 14, 2017

Here is the Valencia (Zone 5) Update, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information for the week of 08/28/2017 to 09/03/2017: Tuesday 08/29/17 A vehicle theft occurred near the 26000 block of Theater Drive. Stolen was a 1998 Honda Civic 4 door. A petty theft occurred near the 24000 block of Valencia...

Crime Blotter: Robbery, Burglary, Petty Theft in Stevenson Ranch

Here is the Stevenson Ranch (Zone 3) Public Safety Report for the week of 09/04/17 to 09/10/17: 09/08/17 Robbery – 26800 The Old Road Four male adults entered the store posing as customers and asked to see cell phones. The suspects then pushed the employee, went behind the counter, and stole 3...

Crime Blotter: Commercial Burglary, Petty Theft, Shoplifting in Valencia
Thursday, Sep 7, 2017

Here is the Valencia (Zone 5) Update, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information Snapshot for the week of 08/21/2017 to 08/27/2017: Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Crime Prevention Unit Monday 08/21/17 A commercial burglary occurred near the 27000 block of Newhall Ranch Road. Suspect(s)...

Crime Blotter: Petty Theft, Assault With Deadly Weapon in Stevenson Ranch

Here is the Stevenson Ranch (Zone 3) Public Safety Report for the week of 08/28/17 through 09/03/17: 09/02/17 Petty Theft – Person(s) unknown stole “Cinderella” the cat (white and gray Siamese, female, 2 YO) from her cage at the location. Petty Theft – A female adult attempted to take...

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1936 - Passenger plane crash in Rice Canyon kills all 12 aboard [story]
victim recovery
The city of Santa Clarita has issued a traffic alert for Sand Canyon Road.
Sand Canyon Road Closed Due to Road Damage, Rock Slides
Property Management Professionals will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4-4:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 29 at 25124 Springfield Court #220, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan. 29: Property Management Professionals Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
The California Highway Patrol is highlighting new public safety laws passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Governor Gavin Newsom that, unless otherwise stated, take effect Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.
CHP Highlights Public Safety Laws Taking Effect 2026
Kaiser Permanente has awarded a $12,000 Community Health Grant to Bridge to Home to help address homelessness in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Kaiser Permanente Presents $12,000 Grant to Bridge to Home
Boys and girls Foothill League soccer teams have been on holiday schedule this past week, with some teams taking time off and others playing non-league matches. Consequently, league standings haven’t changed much.
Foothill League Soccer: Holiday Non-League Matches
College of the Canyons women's basketball notched another mark in the win column, as the Cougars were able to stack a second straight road victory 54-46 at Oxnard College on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Cougars Notch Another Victory, 54-46 at Oxnard College
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
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