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1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
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House Passes ‘Women in Aerospace Education Act’
Monday, Dec 18, 2017

The U.S. House of Representatives Monday unanimously passed H.R. 4254, the “Women in Aerospace Education Act,” introduced by Rep. Steve Knight (R, CA-25). The bill would encourage universities applying for Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship grants to incorporate aerospace engineering experiences...

Knight Requesting State of Emergency in Response to Rye Fire
Tuesday, Dec 5, 2017

(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Tuesday, Representative Steve Knight (R-CA) reached out to Governor Jerry Brown’s office to request a state of emergency be declared in Los Angeles County in response to the Rye Fire and Sylmar Fire. As of 4:30 PM Pacific time, the Rye Fire has grown to over 5,000 acres...

Knight: House Tax Bill Offers ‘Unprecedented Relief’
Friday, Nov 17, 2017

The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, by a vote of 227-205 in the chamber Thursday. Representative Steve Knight (R, CA-25), is sending this letter to constituents who inquire about the bill’s provisions. Thank you for contacting me with your thoughts about...

Knight Joins Push to Keep Adoption Tax Credit
Wednesday, Nov 15, 2017

Rep. Steve Knight (R, CA-25) has joined 24 other representatives urging the House’s pending tax reform legislation retain the Adoption Tax Credit that aids families who adopt children. In a letter sent to House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady, the representatives proposed a way to...

Knight Science Bills Pass Key Legislative Step

The House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology today favorably reported three bills authored by Rep. Steve Knight (R-CA 25) that would advance cutting-edge research initiatives and improve STEM education for the future workforce. This procedural advancement is an important step to pass en route...

Knight Applauds Key Provisions of Defense Policy Bill
Monday, Nov 13, 2017

The Conference Committee for the National Defense Authorization Act released the Joint Explanatory Statement on the defense policy bill for Fiscal Year 2018, which includes several key provisions successfully advocated by Rep. Steve Knight (CA-25) as a core-conferee. Included among these measures are: 1)...

Protestors Push Back on Knight Tax Plan Support, Voting Record

Santa Clarita residents gathered at Oak Hills Elementary Friday night to take Congressman Steve Knight (R, CA-25) to task for his support of the GOP’s proposed tax overhaul. “There’s a lot of misinformation on what the (GOP tax plan) is going to do, and who it’s going to support, and I don’t...

Knight Co-Sponsors ‘Women in Aerospace Education Act’
Monday, Nov 6, 2017

(Washington, DC) – Representative Steve Knight (CA-25) and Representative Elizabeth Esty (CT-05) introduced bipartisan legislation today designed to strengthen the American aerospace industry by enhancing K-12 education initiatives to promote more female participation in science, technology, engineering...

House Reps Create Caucus to Boost NASA
Wednesday, Oct 11, 2017

Rep. Steve Knight (CA-25) and Rep. Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced Wednesday the creation of the NASA Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives to strengthen policymaker awareness of NASA’s many connections to our national security and economic interests. The caucus will also provide a bipartisan...

House Unanimously Passes Knight Small Business Legislation

H.R. 2763, the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Improvements Act of 2017 authored by Rep. Steve Knight (CA-25), passed the House of Representatives with unanimous support Wednesday. “H.R 2763 is one step closer towards a more transparent and safe government,”...

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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
The University Library at California State University, Northridge has completed the processing and cataloging of the Los Angeles Jewish Federation Community Relations Committee (CRC) Archives, spanning from 1921 to 2000, providing researchers and the public access to one of the most comprehensive archives documenting the Jewish community’s role in combating antisemitism, fascism and discrimination in Southern California and beyond.
CSUN University Library Announces Completion of Jewish Community Archives Processing (1921–2000)
1839 - Judge John F. Powell born in Galway, Ireland [story]
John F. Powell
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards + Installation 2026 will be hosted this year at California Institute of the Arts on Friday, Feb. 13.
Chamber Opens Nominations for SCV Business Choice Awards
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