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1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
Kingston


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Crime Blotter: Theft, “Crimes of Opportunity” in Castaic
Thursday, Sep 7, 2017

Here is the Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of August 28, 2017: 8-28-17 Theft- 31000 block of Castaic Road. The victim reported a “Jansport” backpack containing numerous items stolen from his unlocked vehicle. Among the items stolen were an “Apple...

Crime Blotter: Robbery, Grand Theft Auto in Castaic-Val Verde
Friday, Aug 11, 2017

Here is the Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic/Val Verde (Zone 2) from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station for the week of July 31-August 6, 2017: 7-31-17 Grand Theft Auto The victim called the station and reported her stolen vehicle was in the area of Castaic Road....

Crime Blotter: Thief Steals TV from Inn in Castaic
Monday, Jul 24, 2017

Only one crime in the Castaic-Val Verde area (Zone 2) was reported to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station for the week of July 10. July 10 Petty Theft – 31400 block, Castaic Road The business reported a 40-inch Samsung TV stolen from a room at their Inn. The crime was captured on...

Crime Blotter: Grand Theft Auto, Vehicle Burglary in Castaic/Val Verde
Monday, Mar 6, 2017

Castaic/Val Verde: Crime Report for February 20-26, 2017 2/25/17 Grand Theft Auto- 27000 block of Violin Canyon Road The victim reported his 1996 Honda Accord was stolen in the early morning hours. The vehicle was recovered the next day and released to the owner. Grand Theft Auto- 31000 block of Ridge...

Crime Blotter: Theft, Residential Burglary in Castaic, Val Verde
Tuesday, Feb 7, 2017

Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 30th, through February 5th, 2017 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 30th, through February 5th, 2017. The following part 1 crimes were reported this period. 1/30/17 Residential...

Crime Blotter: Robbery in Castaic, Val Verde
Friday, Feb 3, 2017

Castaic/ Val Verde: Crime Prevention & Public Safety Report for the Week of January 23-29, 2017 1/29/17 Robbery- 30000 block of San Martinez Road The business reported $1,500 is cash taken from the cash box behind the counter. The employee on duty was struck by one suspect with a bat while a second...

Crime Blotter: Grand Theft in Castaic, Val Verde
Friday, Jan 27, 2017

Castaic/Val Verde Crime Report: Week of January 16-22, 2017 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 16- 22, 2017. 1/16/17 Grand Theft- 27000 block of Turnberry Lane The business reported the copper water valve on the exterior of the building stolen...

Crime Blotter: Theft, Vehicle Burglary in Castaic, Val Verde
Monday, Jan 16, 2017

Castaic/ Val Verde: Public Safety & Crime Report for the week of January 2-8, 2017 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 2-8, 2017. 1/4/17 Theft- 30000 block of Hasley Canyon Road The victim reported a red Honda RX-100 motorcycle stolen from...

Crime Blotter: Petty Theft, Grand Theft Auto in Castaic, Val Verde
Monday, Nov 14, 2016

Castaic/ Val Verde Crime Report: Week of October 31, 2016 – November 5, 2016 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of October 31, 2016 – November 6, 2016 The following crimes were reported this period: 11/03/16 Petty Theft- 28000 block of Witherspooon...

Crime Blotter: Grand Theft Auto, Theft in Castaic Area
Friday, May 20, 2016

Castaic/Val Verde: Public Safety and Crime Information Report for 05/09/16 to 05/14/16 The following crimes were reported last week in Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): 5/9/16 Grand Theft Auto- 28000 block of Avenue Sherman. The victim reported his black flatbed trailer was stolen in the early morning hours....

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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
1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
reburial
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
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