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1 person injured as 3 trucks collide near Gorman
One man suffered minor injuries today in a three-truck pileup on Interstate 5 near Gorman, emergency personnel said.
SCV Sheriff’s Station goes on high alert following police shooting in Riverside
Local sheriff's deputies have doubled their patrol presence in response to a statewide alert for an ex-LAPD officer who has shot other cops, a sheriff's spokesman said.
UPDATE: Deputies seize stolen car, arrest one in Castaic
In a multi-agency take-down Wednesday, deputies stopped a family convoy of three vehicles traveling through Castaic and arrested two suspected car thieves at gunpoint, a local sheriff's deputy said.
West Ranch graduate’s death ruled accidental
A former West Ranch High School cheerleader who died after she collapsed during a hike through the Arizona desert in July died of hyperthermia and heat exposure, Nevada coroners said Wednesday.
No mail Saturday? No sweat, say Valencia post office-goers
A handful of people stopping by the Valencia Post Office on Wednesday said they didn't oppose the U.S. Postal Service's announced decision to halt mail delivery on Saturdays.
UPDATE: Baby airlifted from Canyon Country school
Quick action by Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics and a helicopter team got a Canyon Country baby in respiratory distress to the hospital without delay Tuesday.
Reluctant inmate makes appearance in San Fernando court
A Canyon Country man who last month refused to leave his jail cell to answer a charge of attempted murder appeared in San Fernando Superior Court Tuesday, a court official said.
Reckless driver speeds through Newhall
A reckless and speeding driver who reportedly switched lanes and ran red lights in Newhall this morning has eluded local sheriff's deputies, a sheriff's spokesman said. Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station deputies are looking for the driver of a gold-colored minivan last seen on Newhall Avenue near Sierra Highway, said Lt. Mark Hershey. Shortly after 10:50 a.m., motorists contacted deputies to report a driver spotted swerving on Railroad Avenue and traveling south toward Sierrra Highway, ...
Man charged in Sunday's fatal crash on Interstate 5
A 25-year-old Bakersfield man has been charged with vehicular manslaughter and driving under the influence of alcohol in the crash that claimed the life of a Las Vegas woman early Sunday morning, court documents show.
Santa Clarita Water Division to review tiered rate
Santa Clarita Water Division's tiered rate system is due to be reviewed at a meeting Tuesday night, a move prompted by the recent takeover of Valencia Water Co. by the Castaic Lake Water District.
Crime lab searches for clues in Sam’s Club take-over robbery
Detectives looking for an armed man who robbed the Centre Pointe Sam's Club were poring over forensic evidence Monday that was gathered at the scene, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Man who helped restore local history dies
Norm Harris did more than most to preserve all that's great about the Santa Clarita Valley.
Local Super Bowl parties fuel rivalries
No Ravens fans were allowed at the Mang's Superbowl party in Saugus Sunday, according to the hostess.
UPDATE: Trapped horse freed in 3-hour ordeal
A horse is recovering well today after falling through a wooden bridge at the Placerita Nature Center Saturday, a fire official said.
Armed robber sought in holdup at Sam's Club
Local sheriff's deputies are looking for an armed man who robbed the Sam's Club early this morning, a sheriff's spokesman said.
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1 injured in Bouquet Canyon head-on collision
One person was rushed to the hospital with undisclosed injuries this morning following a head-on collision in Saugus, according to emergency response officials.
Turkish man charged in Valencia crash is working a deal
A 20-year-old Turkish man charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter for a car crash last summer that killed a young Turkish woman was represented in court today by a lawyer trying to work out a deal for him.
UPDATE: Valencia woman confronts burglars
Two burglars, one brandishing a crowbar, startled a Valencia resident today when they tried to break into her home in an attempted "hot prowl" burglary, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Newhall man arrested after woman attacked in her garage
A 25-year-old Newhall construction worker is in custody Tuesday facing assault charges after he allegedly attacked a woman in her garage in Canyon Country last week, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Preliminary hearing ordered in Saugus murder case
A preliminary hearing has been ordered for a 41-year-old man charged with murder in the death of his Saugus girlfriend 18 months ago, a court clerk said Tuesday.
Plea deal pending in summertime fatal crash
A 20-year-old Turkish man charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter for a car crash last summer that killed a young Turkish woman was represented in court today by a lawyer trying to work out a deal for him.
Valencia resident confronts burglars
Two burglars, one brandishing a crowbar, startled a Valencia resident today when they tried to break into her home in an attempted "hot prowl" burglary, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Judge: Water purchase complaint remains valid
A state administrative law judge has refused to throw out an environmental group's complaint over a Santa Clarita Valley water district deal.
UPDATE: Keene sentenced to 10 years in drunken-driving death of neighbor
Dennis Dean Keene, the Agua Dulce man convicted in October of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated in the death of his neighbor, Lori Lindlief, was sentenced Monday to 10 years in state prison.
UPDATE: Preliminary report says chopper pitched forward
A helicopter that crashed during a reality TV production this month suddenly pitched down and hit the ground about a minute after taking off in early morning darkness, a preliminary report said Monday.
Race to support students
Little feet made big strides Sunday as scores of kids took part in the WiSH Education Foundation Run For Gold races in Newhall.
Police searching for 3 muggers
A man was mugged at gunpoint for his iPod and cash in Canyon Country Sunday afternoon, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Man charged with reckless driving
A driver clocked speeding close to 100 mph through city streets, past Central Park and Saugus High School and through one red light, has been charged with reckless driving, according to a report filed by a local sheriff's deputy.
Windy weather blows through city
Following a blustery weekend in the Santa Clarita Valley, residents are likely to find themselves stepping over snapped branches and wind-swept debris today but without the strong winds that rattled windows and put things in motion.
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Employees of a Stevenson Ranch cellphone store found it easy to describe the man who ripped a demonstration iPhone off its stand in October and ran out the door.
