COVID-19: State to expand vaccine eligibility
March 25, 2021
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday the state is expanding its COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to any Californian over the age of 16 starting April 15, with those 50 and older becoming
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Local man killed in Acton traffic collision
March 25, 2021
A Canyon Country man was killed and another Santa Clarita resident was arrested following a traffic collision in Acton Wednesday night. The man killed, whose name has not yet been
Two men accused of SCV crimes return to court
March 24, 2021
Two men accused of committing crimes within the Santa Clarita Valley returned to court in the past week. Daniel Cierzan A Saugus man accused of killing his uncle and leading
Castaic Union School District announces plan to return to full day, in-person instruction
March 24, 2021
Castaic Union School District administrators announced Wednesday their plans to have full-day, in-person instruction for students and teachers by April 19. In a statement distributed to district families, Castaic officials
New city program makes millions available for rental assistance
March 24, 2021
The Santa Clarita City Council unanimously approved Tuesday establishing a financial assistance program for the city’s low- and moderate-income renters. Residents seeking support with paying their rent must apply with the city during a 30-day application period starting April 1. During a brief discussion at
LASD parking enforcement to resume April 1
March 24, 2021
As Los Angeles County Public Health officials ease COVID-19-related restrictions, the Sheriff’s Department announced Wednesday parking enforcement would resume beginning April 1. The Sheriff’s Department’s Parking Enforcement Detail is set
Back to the movies: Local theaters to reopen in April
March 24, 2021
Movie-crazed Santa Clarita residents can finally get ready to once again enjoy movies on the big screen amid the scent of buttered popcorn, as local theaters announce reopening plans. Regal
Detroit man arrested for allegedly possessing materials used to make a pipe bomb
March 24, 2021
A Detroit man was arrested in Valencia on Tuesday on the suspicion that he was carrying materials needed to make a pipe bomb. Shortly before 2 p.m. on the 28200
Man arrested on suspicion of assault after allegedly throwing bike through glass door
March 24, 2021
A Canyon Country man was arrested last week on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly throwing a bike through a sliding glass window. At approximately 8 p.m.
COVID-19: Declining numbers move county closer to less-restrictive tier
March 23, 2021
COVID-19 data released Tuesday by the California Department of Public Health show another week of declines in new cases and the test positivity rate in Los Angeles County. Since last week, the county’s
Garcia emphasizes national security at Santa Clarita town hall
March 23, 2021
Rep. Mike Garcia, R-Santa Clarita, discussed his legislative priorities Monday during a telephone town hall meeting for the Santa Clarita Valley. Garcia spent a bulk of the one-hour town hall
Sylmar man identified as person killed in February crash
March 23, 2021
A Sylmar man was identified as the person killed in a fiery crash in Newhall last month. Vincent Reyes, 24, of Sylmar was found dead on arrival by Los Angeles
Sheriff’s crime data: Part I crimes continue to drop
March 23, 2021
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has released the February crime data for the Santa Clarita Valley, showing for the second time this year that Part I crimes, which are considered the more serious
SoCal Edison to hold SCV community meeting
March 23, 2021
Southern California Edison officials plan to give residents a chance Thursday to ask questions and speak with them directly during two online meetings to discuss Edison’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program. “As California continues to experience
Barger to host another Castaic food distribution
March 23, 2021
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s office is hosting another free, drive-thru food distribution event in Castaic on Thursday. Barger’s office has partnered with the L.A. Regional Food Bank a
Supes approve more Valencia project updates, vaccination rollout
March 23, 2021
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved two additional motions related to the Valencia project, formerly known as Newhall Ranch, a long-term, master-planned community west of Interstate 5.
Stern announces legislative package on nursing home reform
March 23, 2021
Sen. Henry Stern, D-Calabasas, along with other California lawmakers and a coalition of workers and advocates for the elderly and people with disabilities, unveiled a legislative reform package Tuesday that
I-5 widening, improvements may start this summer
March 22, 2021
Construction on the Interstate 5 corridor in the Santa Clarita Valley may start as early as this summer, pending approval from Metro’s board of directors Thursday. The $679 million project
Man arrested on suspicion of attacking elderly woman, threatening others
March 22, 2021
A Canyon Country man was arrested last week after deputies believe he assaulted an older woman, threatened other victims and attempted to steal firearms from the residence’s safe. At approximately
Agua Dulce restaurant owner loses thousands to scam, offers warning
March 22, 2021
An Agua Dulce restaurant owner said fear over his business potentially losing power became a cautionary tale for others after an internet scam took $6,800 out of his pocket last week. Joe Marazzito, owner of Sweetwater Bar