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New Wilk Hemp Bill Clears Assembly Agriculture
Wednesday, Jul 3, 2019

SACRAMENTO – Senate Bill 153 (SB 153), a measure to ensure California is well-positioned to begin the cultivation of industrial hemp, has unanimously cleared the Assembly Committee on Agriculture, Senator Scott Wilk, D-Santa Clarita, announced Wednesday. “The cultivation of industrial hemp...

California Senate Passes Wilk Bill to Create Homeless Crisis Plan
Wednesday, May 29, 2019

SACRAMENTO – The California Senate on Wednesday unanimously approved Senate Bill 333, a measure to address California’s homeless crisis, according to Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita), the bill’s co-author with Assemblyman Tom Lackey (R-Palmdale). SB 333 would require the Homeless...

Wilk Animal Bill Includes Mandatory Mental Health Assessment for Abusers
Tuesday, May 28, 2019

SACRAMENTO – The State Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 580 on Tuesday, the Animal Cruelty & Violence Intervention Act of 2019, introduced by State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, to change the way California handles animal abuse offenders. “Animal abuse crimes are serious and...

Wilk ‘Doggy Donor’ Bill Clears Key Senate Committee
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2019

SACRAMENTO – Senate Bill 202, the Doggy Donor bill, has cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee, according to the bill’s author, Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, representing the 21st Senate District. “Every day, pets turn up in the veterinarian’s office in need of blood,”...

Wilk Measure to Create Pilot Program for Foster Youth Passes Policy Committee
Tuesday, Apr 9, 2019

SACRAMENTO – Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Tuesday the Senate Committee on Human Serves unanimously approved Senate Bill 219 (SB 219), a measure that will create a pilot program for foster youth to receive grants for extracurricular and enrichment activities. “This past weekend,...

Wilk Names Pet Supply Santa Clarita February’s Small Business of the Month
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2019

SACRAMENTO – Senator Scott Wilk, representing the 21st Senate District, joined community members, local businesses, customers, family and friends to honor Chris and Kathi Hoeflich owners of Pet Supply Santa Clarita. Wilk recognized Pet Supply as his 21st Senate District Small Business of the Month...

Wilk Releases Statement on Public Utilities Audit Findings
Thursday, Dec 20, 2018

Scott Wilk SACRAMENTO – Last spring the Joint Legislative Audit Committee approved a request by Senator Scott Wilk, 21st Senate District, and Assemblyman Tom Lackey, 38th Assembly District, for a complete audit and review of the California Public Utilities Commission’s rate setting process...

Oct. 25: CHP’s ‘Age Well, Drive Smart’ Driving Course at Senior Center
Wednesday, Oct 24, 2018

Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, has partnered with the California Highway Patrol to present a driver safety course titled “Age Well, Drive Smart” at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center on Thursday, Oct. 25 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The two-hour safety driving class is free and geared...

Wilk’s Industrial Hemp Bill Signed Into Law
Monday, Oct 1, 2018

Sacramento – California Governor Jerry Brown has signed Senate Bill 1409 into law, updating current law to allow the state’s farmers to grow and produce non-intoxicating hemp for commercial and industrial uses. “This is a big win for our local farmers!” said Senator Scott Wilk,...

Film, TV Tax Credit Included in State Budget
Monday, Jun 18, 2018

The extension of the Film and Television Tax Credit has been included as part of the new state budget, and awaits the governor’s signature, California Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Monday. “This is great news for an iconic California industry and the families involved in film...

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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
1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
Tom Vernon
The Newhall School District Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, Dec. 16 for its annual organiational meeting.
Newhall School Board Elects Rachelle Haddoak 2026 Board President
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department  Forensic In-Patient Step Down program’s success has led to an annual graduation that not only celebrates the participants for the progress they have made in the program but also acknowledges the department’s commitment to excellence in custody operations. 
LASD Custody Division Honors Inmates on the Path of Recovery and Success
The study of bones from the largest collection of Neandertal remains in Northern Europe has revealed evidence of selective cannibalism targeting Neandertal females and children between 41,000 and 45,000 years ago.
Research by CSUN Prof Finds Neandertal Selective Cannibalism 45,000 Years Ago
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today announced that registration is open for the second annual School Leadership to End Hate Winter Institute, co-hosted by the California Department of Education and the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education.
State Education Dept. to Address Rising Antisemitism, Hate
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was awarded a $134,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety
LASD Crime Lab Awarded Grant to Bolster Testing for DUI Cases
Southern California’s iconic Joshua trees are in bloom, and California State University, Northridge’s environmental biologists are asking the public’s help in figuring out why and what it means for the trees’ future.
CSUN Researchers Call for Public’s Help in Documenting Joshua Trees’ Surprise Out-of-Season Bloom
The California Department of Motor Vehicles today issued its decision in the Tesla administrative case, adopting the administrative law judge’s proposed decision
DMV Finds Tesla Violated California State Law With ‘Autopilot’ Terms
Starting January 1, 2026, Santa Clarita Transit is launching Fare Capping, meaning once riders hit the daily or weekly cap, the rest of their local rides are free.
Santa Clarita Transit Launches Fare Capping Beginning January 2026
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