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1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
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Sharon Runner Considering Run for Knight’s Senate Seat
Tuesday, Dec 30, 2014

With Congressman-elect Steve Knight expected to step down from his state Senate in the next week, former state Sen. Sharon Runner announced she’s taking steps toward another campaign run. Knight has yet to make a formal announcement — so the race has yet to be called — but with November’s election...

Just Say ‘No’ to Legalization
Sunday, Aug 17, 2014

In two short years, California voters will almost certainly vote again on whether to make recreational marijuana use legal under state law. It won’t be the first time. In 2010, California voters rejected Proposition 19, a deeply flawed legalization proposal, by a vote of 53.5 percent to 46.5 percent. Since...

One-on-One with New Senator for Northern, Eastern SCV
Sunday, Nov 25, 2012

Steve Knight Steve Knight, the assemblyman who garnered the redrawn state Senate seat occupied by Sharon Runner in November’s election, says there are a lot of similarities between his old job and his new one. Recently elected to a first term in the state’s 21st Senate District, Knight discussed...

Runner: Prisoner Shift Has Hurt Low-Income Neighborhoods
Monday, Oct 1, 2012

Sen. Sharon Runner [Sen. Sharon Runner] – A year ago, the Governor signed Assembly Bill 109 diverting convicted felons from state prison and into jail, a place intended minor criminals. This law has resulted in an increased in crimes especially in poor urban areas as convicted felons are released...

Runner Thanks Transplant Doctors for Saving Lives, Including Her Own
Wednesday, Aug 22, 2012

[Sen. Runner] – State Sen. Sharon Runner, who successfully underwent a double-lung transplant in February, recognized her UCLA and UC Davis doctors for their commitment to saving lives, and urged Californians to register as organ donors. “With their warm smiles and encouraging words, these UC...

Runner, Torlakson React to Passage of State Budget
Friday, Jun 15, 2012

Sen. Sharon Runner [Sen. Runner] – California Sen. Sharon Runner, R-Lancaster, issued the following statement regarding the passage of the Democrats’ budget: “Despite repeated assurances that the budget process would be public and transparent, the Democrat majority has been meeting behind...

Career Felons Should Go to State Prison, Not County Jail
Thursday, Apr 26, 2012

Sen. Sharon Runner Cities and counties across California are struggling to meet the increasing demands of housing convicted felons who until last year went to state prison. This local mandate was imposed by the Governor’s realignment plan. With a heavy load of convicted criminals in their jails, local...

Sen. Sharon Runner Pushes for ‘Veteran’ Designation on CDLs
Wednesday, Apr 18, 2012

Sen. Sharon Runner [Sen. Sharon Runner] – In the interest of recognizing veterans for their service and sacrifice, state Sen. Sharon Runner, R-Lancaster, pushed for the passage of her legislation allowing retired and honorably discharged veterans to have a “VETERAN” designation on their driver’s...

SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Tuesday, Mar 6, 2012

In this episode: Sen.Sharon Runner is released from UCLA Medical Center after receiving a double lung transplant. Also: Santa Clarita PTA’s collect signatures for The Education Initiative; Dodgers host National anthem auditions. SCV Sports: The Football Club Santa Clarita plays a U.S. Open qualifier...

Sharon Runner Goes Home Early with 2 New Lungs

Sen. Sharon Runner [Sen. Sharon Runner] – Only 10 days after undergoing a successful double lung transplant, Sen. Sharon Runner, R-Lancaster, is being released today by her doctors at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. “The medical team led by Dr. Abbas Ardehali and Dr. David Ross at UCLA...

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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 Made in Statewide 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
1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
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Old Town Newhall Public Library will host "Spice Travels," Friday, Jan. 2, 9:15-9:30 a.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library
The California Highway Patrol encourages the public to “brake” the habit of speeding this holiday season. The CHP will launch a Holiday Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period
Volunteers are needed to help clear brush and restore the tread from the existing lower Gates and Twister trails 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 27.
Dec. 27: Volunteers Needed for SCV Trail Users Workday
Join InfluenceHER's "Redefining Happiness, a Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman," 4-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at the Venue Valencia.
Jan. 16: InfluenceHER- Redefining Happiness, A Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman
The Santa Clarita Public Library system has announced that all library branches will close at 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas.
Santa Clarita Public Library Holiday Hours
Students pursuing an undergraduate degree in water resource-related fields are invited to apply for the 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. “Jerry” Gladbach Scholarship, offered by the Association of California Water Agencies in partnership with SCV Water. Applications are now being accepted through March 1, 2026.
SCV Water Announces 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. ‘Jerry’ Gladbach Scholarship
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