Trump plans long speech on Fourth
July 3, 2026 11:40 am
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he plans to give a long speech on July 4 during an event in Washington. “On July 4th, it’s going to
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Founders honored in 250th celebration at Mount Rushmore
July 3, 2026 11:28 am
By Janice Hisle Contributing Writer KEYSTONE, S.D. — A day before America’s 250th Independence Day, Mount Rushmore was set to serve as the majestic backdrop for an evening speech from President Donald Trump — planned to be capped by a show-stopping $700,000 fireworks
Tesla posts record 2nd-quarter performance, European demand surges
July 3, 2026 11:26 am
By Bill Pan Contributing Writer Tesla’s second-quarter deliveries came in far above expectations, driven by a sharp rebound in electric-vehicle demand in Europe. The company said Thursday that it delivered 480,126 vehicles
Local lifeguards save toddler’s life
July 3, 2026 11:21 am
What began as a routine morning at the community pool for the Brhel family quickly became every parent’s nightmare. Madison Brhel, who is described as a lively and curious 3-year-old toddler who loves to explore the world around
LASD: Case in fatal DUI could be presented this month
July 3, 2026 9:00 am
L.A. County Sheriff’s Department officials said this week they’ve been in contact with the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office and a case could be filed by the end of the month regarding the Feb. 6 three-vehicle
Community still awaiting word on Cemex hearing
July 2, 2026 5:40 pm
In December, the courts told state regulators they can make Cemex re-notice its water rights application to use the Santa Clara River for a 56-million-ton sand-and-gravel mine in Soledad Canyon. Since then, Cemex has
DA declines to file assault allegation
July 2, 2026 5:37 pm
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office cited insufficient evidence in its refusal to file formal charges this week regarding an alleged sexual assault that occurred Tuesday evening, according to a Sheriff’s Department official. Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s
Independent filmmaker remembers filming iconic PSA at William S. Hart Ranch
July 2, 2026 5:32 pm
Fifty years ago, independent film maker Thomas Van Dyke received a call from former U.S. Sen. John Warner giving him an opportunity of a lifetime. As the one in charge of the American Bicentennial Revolution, a nationwide
Woman brings drum circle for seniors to Castaic
July 2, 2026 4:53 pm
Valencia resident Robin Blate is bringing her drum circle to seniors in Castaic, starting at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, at Remo Music Center. Blate will be hosting her drum circle every second and fourth Thursday of
Catching fly balls and teaching the fundamentals of baseball
July 2, 2026 4:16 pm
It may have been a gloomy July morning, but the smiles of the kids from the Boys & Girls Club brightened the Hart High School baseball field. The programs’ annual Youth Baseball
County issues pet safety tips for Fourth of July
July 2, 2026 3:51 pm
News release The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control is reminding the community that while the Fourth of July is a time to celebrate the nation’s independence, it can also be a
Barger spotlights county ban on personal fireworks
July 2, 2026 3:35 pm
News release With the memory of the Eaton Fire still fresh for thousands of families, L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is calling on residents to leave fireworks to the professionals this Independence
DOJ sues California over Glock ban, handgun roster
July 2, 2026 2:56 pm
By Michael Clements Contributing Writer The Justice Department on Wednesday sued California over its ban on “machinegun convertible pistols” and its “handgun roster.” The law bans the purchase of Glock pistols and guns with similar firing mechanisms, according
Police arrest 900 in South African immigration protest
July 2, 2026 2:00 pm
By Chris Summers Contributing Writer The South African police has said it arrested more than 900 people during protests against illegal immigrants that took place across the country on Tuesday. In a Wednesday post on X, the South African
Russia launches major attack on Kyiv, at least 21 dead
July 2, 2026 1:56 pm
By Jackson Richman Contributing Writer Russia carried out one of its largest air assaults of the war on Thursday, launching hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv. The attack
Iran threatens ships that use alternate Hormuz routes
July 2, 2026 1:46 pm
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer Iran’s military command on Thursday warned that oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz must use Tehran’s approved routes or be met with a “powerful response,” raising
City Council candidate filing period opens July 13
July 2, 2026 1:29 pm
News release The candidate filing period opens July 13 for the city of Santa Clarita’s 2026 General Municipal Election, consolidated with the Los Angeles County Presidential General Election, which is
Judge blocks Virginia law barring ICE agents from wearing masks
July 2, 2026 1:27 pm
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer A Virginia law prohibiting federal immigration agents from wearing masks is likely unconstitutional, a U.S. judge ruled on Tuesday. “The Mask/Identity Statute directly regulates the conduct of federal