Local Government

State, county issue order to stay at home

Santa Clarita Valley residents and the rest of California are now ordered to stay at home and most businesses must close, under a new statewide measure issued on Thursday, aimed

COVID-19 countywide total rises to 190

Los Angeles County officials confirmed an additional 46 cases of COVID-19 in Los Angeles County Wednesday afternoon, bringing the countywide total to 190.  “Today, we’re reporting 46 new cases,” Public

Animal Control changes services

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control will allow a 30-day grace period for pet owners to submit a renewal for license fees while moving services online

Sheriff discusses enforcement during pandemic

Although a number of businesses and establishments have made the decision to close in light of the coronavirus pandemic, deputies at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station remain on patrol,

Santa Clarita mayor delivers coronavirus update

Santa Clarita Mayor Cameron Smyth delivered a Monday morning address, following additional restrictions announced over the weekend by public health officials. From his office at City Hall via a Facebook

District Attorney: beware of COVID-19 scams

Due to the growing concern surrounding the novel coronavirus pandemic, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office is cautioning the county to be aware of scammers offering treatment for COVID-19

Courts to resume operations but stay vigilant

The Santa Clarita Courthouse and other courts across Los Angeles County are monitoring the latest developments regarding the coronavirus but will continue operations with some changes, the Los Angeles Superior

Supes cancel meeting amid coronavirus concerns

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has canceled its regular meeting on Tuesday, to assess how they can safely conduct these meetings going forward amid COVID-19 concerns.  “Out of

Coronavirus: Mayor to address local updates Friday

With California releasing its latest guidelines regarding the coronavirus, Santa Clarita Mayor Cameron Smyth is expected to make a public announcement on Friday to address the city’s efforts.  Council members

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First coronavirus-related death in L.A. County

Los Angeles County Public Health officials reported the county’s first coronavirus-related death on Wednesday.  “We are reporting our first death here in L.A. County,” said Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer.

Health experts discuss coronavirus

Following L.A. County’s announcement to proclaim a countywide state of emergency Wednesday morning, county and health officials offered tips on how the community can prepare for, and slow the spread