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1922 - Piru bank robbed, banker and daughter kidnapped [story]
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SCV NewsBreak for Thursday, April 21, 2016
Thursday, Apr 21, 2016

The glass door of a new restaurant in Old Town Newhall was shattered last night when an intruder reportedly broke-in. Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is inviting the public to attend a meeting to discuss proposed improvements to the hospital. Robots, computers and gadgets of all kinds came with over 150...

Report: Smokehouse Restaurant in Old Town Newhall Burglarized

A glass door at the Smokehouse BBQ and Brewery in Old Town Newall was broken after the restaurant was reportedly burglarized sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. “Someone entered the locked location and stole miscellaneous items,” said Lt. Rob Hahnlein of the Santa Clarita Valley...

Man Attempts to Grab Young Girl in Canyon Country
Tuesday, Apr 19, 2016

A man in a dark green Audi convertible reportedly attempted to kidnap a young girl near Soledad Canyon Road and Shangri La Drive in Canyon Country Tuesday morning. The ninth grader was walking to school around 7 a.m. when a Caucasian man in his 30s with reddish blonde hair approached her, according to...

Officials ID Pedestrian Killed by Car on Sierra Highway
Friday, Apr 15, 2016

Jose Manuel Mendoza, 51, has been identified as the man who was struck and killed by a vehicle Monday night on Sierra Highway near the College of the Canyons Canyon Country campus. Arleta resident Jose Manuel Mendoza was pronounced dead at the scene of the single-vehicle crash in the 17100 block of...

Newhall Couple Pleads Not Guilty to Molestation Charges

A Newhall couple pleaded not guilty in court after facing multiple felony charges for allegedly sexually abusing several children. Jacqueline Wadsworth, 32, and Francisco Avendaño, 42, were both charged and arraigned on April 4 with two counts of lewd act upon a child under the age of 14. Avendaño...

Savaikie Family Sues City, State for Death of Teen
Monday, Apr 11, 2016

Wyatt Savaikie The family of Wyatt Savaikie has filed a lawsuit against the city of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County, the state of California, SoCal Edison and the 74-year-old driver of the vehicle that allegedly killed the Saugus teen. The family claims that a governmental body contributed to the...

Woman Allegedly Stabs Boyfriend Multiple Times at Newhall Gas Station
Friday, Apr 8, 2016

A woman was arrested in Newhall Friday afternoon after she allegedly stabbed her boyfriend multiple times in the leg outside a gas station. The man was stabbed twice in the calf by his girlfriend for unknown reasons near the Shell gas station on Lyons Avenue and Newhall Avenue, according to Lt....

Man Charges Deputies at Eternal Valley; Struggle Ensues
Monday, Mar 28, 2016

A fight broke out between deputies and a man who appeared to be under the influence and acting erratically near a water tower at Eternal Valley Park and Mortuary. The man, only described as a Hispanic in his early 20s, charged at Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies when they attempted...

SCV Sheriff Searching for 3 Armed Gas Station Robbers
Friday, Mar 25, 2016

The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is asking for the public’s help in identifying three men who allegedly held a gas station attendant at gunpoint earlier this week. The incident occurred at a gas station on Ridge Route Road in Castaic around 4 a.m. The suspects were caught on video...

Castaic Jail Inmate Reportedly Died of Natural Causes
Wednesday, Mar 23, 2016

The inmate who died at the North County Correctional Facility in Castaic over the weekend “died a natural death,” according to Los Angeles County Homicide detectives. The man, who has yet to be identified, had a seizure at approximately 7:05 a.m. Sunday and was pronounced dead while being transported...

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1922 - Piru bank robbed, banker and daughter kidnapped [story]
Jenks Harris
Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the California Transportation Commission approved $1.1 billion to fund new zero-emission buses, charging stations, and related infrastructure
State Approves $1.1B in Zero-Emission Transit, Safer Roadways, Infrastructure
 Indie Films R Us, the newest streaming platform to enter the market, has announced a strategic partnership with the Santa Clarita International Film Festival to expand meaningful distribution opportunities for independent filmmakers.
Indie Films R Us Partners With SCIFF to Advance Indie Distribution
Coalition for Clean Air is issuing this urgent warning regarding unauthorized individuals who are falsely claiming to represent the CCA while canvassing neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
Coalition for Clean Air Warns of Potential Scammers in the L.A. Area
The city of Santa Clarita is highlighting Holiday events and shows that everyone in the community can enjoy. 
‘Tis The Season in Santa Clarita with Holiday Events and Shows
Together, as a community, Santa Clarita accomplished many great things in 2025.
Green Santa Clarita Tallies 2025 Accomplishments
On June 8th, 2025, the three individuals each threw large rocks from an elevated position at CHP officers attempting to defend themselves on the 101 freeway-southbound in the city of Los Angeles during widespread anti-immigration enforcement protests.
LASD Attempting to Identify Aggravated Assault on a Peace Officer Suspects
California State University, Northridge announced today that it has received a $63 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
MacKenzie Scott Invests $63 Million in Cal State Northridge
I'm overjoyed to share that as of this week, several Altadena residents have moved back into their newly-rebuilt homes in time for the holidays.
Select Keeping Up with Kathryn Barger | Home For the Holidays
It may still be a few years off, but California State University, Northridge biology professor Rachel Mackelprang is part of a team of scientists who are developing safety protocols for when samples collected from the martian surface by NASA’s Perseverance rover or other missions are brought to Earth.
CSUN Prof Part of Team Developing Safety Protocols Samples Collected on Mars
The city of Santa Clarita is pleased to present its latest art exhibition, “Travel and Adventure,” on view in the First Floor Gallery at City Hall (23920 Valencia Boulevard) now through March 4, 2026. 
“Travel and Adventure” in City Hall’s First Floor Gallery
1941 - Three days after Pearl Harbor attack, 165th and 185th Infantry Regiments assigned to Saugus; Edison power substation guarded 24/7 [timeline]
Edison substation timeline
The Santa Clarita City Council conducted its annual council reorganization meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9 and, as expected, elevated Laurene Weste, current Mayor Pro Tem to the position of Mayor for the 2026 term.
City Council Elects Laurene Weste Mayor, Patsy Ayala Mayor Pro Tem
In a significant step towards enhancing safety and accountability within the Los Angeles County Jails, Sheriff Robert G. Luna, of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, has announced the implementation of Body-Worn Cameras in the Custody Division during a press conference held on Wednesday, Dec. 3.
LASD: Body-Worn Cameras Will be Deployed in L.A. County Jails
The Santa Clarita International Film Festival will conclude its milestone fifth annual festival on Sunday, Dec. 14, with the highly anticipated premiere of "Respect the Duck," a new docudrama filmed during the 2023 festival.
Dec. 14: SCIFF to Close Festival with Premiere of ‘Respect the Duck’
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency is asking customers to pause all outdoor water use Dec. 14-22, while scheduled maintenance at Castaic Lake temporarily limits the agency’s imported water supply.
Dec. 14-22: Plan Ahead, SCV Water Asks Customers to Pause Outdoor Water Use
The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will meet on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. at Santa Clarita City Hall City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd. First Floor, Santa Clarita, CA 91355.
Dec. 11: Santa Clarita Arts Commission to Look at Planned 2026 Exhibits
The Cougars men's basketball team was able to overcome an 11-point half-time deficit to push past host College of the Desert by a 76-72 final score on Saturday, Dec. 6.
Canyons Comes Back in 76-72 Road Win Over Desert
The Tejon Ranch Conservancy Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Dr. Mitchell Coleman as the organization’s Executive Director, effective immediately.
Mitchell Coleman Named Tejon Ranch Conservancy Executive Director
College of the Canyons women's basketball ended up on the wrong end of a pair of losses during the inaugural "Canyon Crossover" event held Dec. 5-6 at the Cougar Cage.
Cougars Drop Both Games of Inaugural ‘Canyons Crossover’
The Master's University men's basketball team won its second GSAC game in as many tries Saturday, Dec. 6 against La Sierra by a score of 99-67 in Riverside.
TMU Improves to 2-0 in GSAC Play with La Sierra Win
Chloe Auble scored 25 points and hit six three-pointers in The Master's University women's basketball's 85-60 win over La Sierra Saturday, Dec. 6 in Riverside.
Lady Mustangs Rout La Sierra in Road Win
1983 - U.S. release of John Carpenter's "Christine;" blew up fake gas station in Valencia [watch scene (R)]
Christine gas station explosion in Valencia
There are still spots available for winter workshops and classes at ARTree Community Arts Center.
Explore ARTree Classes, Workshops this Winter
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