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Antonovich votes 'no' on storm water cleanup fee
Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich cast the lone "no" vote on a motion by Supervisors Molina and Knabe to close the protest hearing and look into putting the tax measure on the ballot in 2014.
Supervisor comments on future of 'Clean Water, Clean Beaches' initiative
LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2013 – Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe, in a joint motion with Supervisor Gloria Molina, today put forth a motion to stop the Clean Water, Clean Beaches initiative in its current form and work with stakeholders to develop a new measure that addresses the concerns voiced by the public over the last several months. The Board also asked for quarterly progress reports and a target election date of June or ...
Santa Clarita: Woman makes court appearance in blond scammer case
The alleged accomplice of the blond scammer - who stalks other women at grocery stores, steals their wallets and uses their IDs - appeared briefly in court Tuesday, a court clerk said.
Newhall: Man found dead of gunshot wound
A young man is dead today from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Santa Clarita Valley sheriff's officials said.
COC Theater's spring season to feature comedic drama “subUrbia”
SANTA CLARITA - The COC theatre department will present playwright Eric Bogosian's gritty, but comedic, drama "subUrbia" for one weekend March 27-30 at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center (PAC) Black Box Theater.
Runner Says Fire Fee Lawsuit Received by State
SACRAMENTO – According to George Runner, the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association today formally served the California State Board of Equalization, Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and Department of Justice with a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the state's "Fire Prevention Fee."
New cyber medal production stopped, being reviewed
WASHINGTON (AP) - The military has stopped production of a new medal for remote warfare troops - drone operators and cyber warfighters - as it considers complaints from veterans and lawmakers over the award, which was ranked higher than traditional combat medals like the Purple Heart and Bronze Star.
Associated Press Exclusive: Applying for Obama plan not easy
WASHINGTON (AP) - Applying for benefits under President Barack Obama's health care overhaul could be as daunting as doing your taxes.
COC Music Department to ‘JAZZ IT’ for Spring Concert
SANTA CLARITA - The College of the Canyons music department will present the concert event JAZZ IT! featuring the premiere of two pieces arranged by longtime College of the Canyons jazz professor Dirk Fischer, who passed away in February.
Santa Clarita: CHP to conduct DUI checkpoint Friday
On Friday, March 15th, 2013, The California Highway Patrol Newhall Area Office will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in the unincorporated area of Los Angeles County. The checkpoint will begin at approximately 6:30 pm and conclude at approximately 2:30 am Saturday, March 16th, 2013.
Boxer praises approval of 'Secure our Schools' grant program
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Barbara Boxer (D-CA) and Susan Collins (R-ME) today praised the Senate Judiciary Committee's vote to approve their legislation to strengthen school safety by helping state and local officials secure their campuses and protect students.
Santa Clarita offers emergency response training program
The City of Santa Clarita is offering a seven-week Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) program designed to teach residents basic survival skills in preparation for disasters such as earthquakes, fires, floods, hazardous incidents, and other life-threatening situations. The CERT Spring session will take place on Thursday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. beginning Thursday, April 4, through May 16, 2013.
Today in the SCV: March 12, 2013
Lions Club meeting The Castaic Lions Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 7-9 p.m. at Marie Callender's, located at 27630 The Old Road, Valencia, CA 91355. For more information, go to http://www.castaiclionsclub.org or call 818-613-5692. Resume help Learn the common mistakes people make when constructing their resumes; different types of resumes and which is best for you; advantages/disadvantages of different resume types; references and cover letters. This free event is ...
New fence in Hart Park in Newhall
County and city officials gathered at Hart Park in Newhall Monday to dedicate the $1 million fence erected around the park. Workers spent nearly six months replacing its old chain-link fence with one made of stucco pilasters and wrought-iron fencing. Accompanying the new fence is additional landscaping as part of an ongoing effort to beautify the front entrance to the park, which was donated to the county by silent film star William S. Hart. Along ...
Canada goose on the loose
'Tis the season for migrating Canada geese to return to the Santa Clarita Valley, where they are particularly fond of the Bridgeport area in Valencia
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Teaching to keep heads above water
"Kids, this is just pretend," said Los Angeles County Fire Department Battalion Chief Mark Savage over a speakerphone.
Three arrests, two for DUI, at Friday checkpoint
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station deputies made three arrests during an eight-hour checkpoint Friday night in Santa Clarita.
SCV residents invited to get outdoors today
Today is a "fee free" day in the Angeles National Forest, which means no National Forest Adventure Pass is required to enjoy nearby wild lands.
Local districts eye funding
Santa Clarita Valley school officials and state representatives say they fundamentally support proposed changes to the way the state doles out education dollars, but the devil is in the details.
Thirty homes destroyed in Powerhouse
As more and more homes are reported destroyed in the wake of the Powerhouse Fire, crews from Southern California Edison were working Friday to restore power to those that were spared.
Four to vie for the Arts Commission
Four people have put their names into the hat for the open seat on the Santa Clarita Arts Commission, according to a city official.
Spending act passes
Members of the House Armed Services Committee have voted 59-2 Thursday to give the go-ahead to a bill that dictates budget and spending guidelines for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Free day in the National Forest
Today is a "fee free" day in the Angeles National Forest, which means no National Forest Adventure Pass is required to enjoy nearby wild lands.
Military spending act moves forward, includes new regulations on sexual abuse
Members of the House Armed Services Committee have voted 59-2 Thursday to give the go-ahead to a bill that dictates budget and spending guidelines for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Four candidates emerge for Santa Clarita Arts Commission
Four people have put their names into the hat for the open seat on the Santa Clarita Arts Commission, according to a city official.
UPDATE: 30 homes now estimated destroyed in Powerhouse Fire
As more and more homes are reported destroyed in the wake of the Powerhouse Fire, crews from Southern California Edison were working Friday to restore power to those that were spared.
Santa Clarita Valley districts eye changes to school funding model
Santa Clarita school officials and state representatives say they fundamentally support proposed changes to the way the state doles out education dollars, but the devil is in the details.
Filling the Boot
Local LA County fire station stations will be participating in the Fill the Boot Muscular Dystrophy Association fundraiser at the corner of Sierra Highway and Soledad Canyon Road, as well as at Bouquet Canyon Road and Soledad Canyon Road from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Saturday.
Closures for I-5 Truck Lane Project
Santa Clarita - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) plans to implement the closures listed below as part of a $72 million project that is constructing a truck lane on southbound I-5 between Pico Canyon Road/Lyons Avenue and the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14). Ramp closures will be staggered. Detours will be signed. No unusual levels of dust, noise or vibration are expected. Closures are subject to change.
Closures for I-5/SR-14 Direct HOV Connector Project
Santa Clarita - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) plans to implement the closures listed below as part of a project that is constructing High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV or carpool) lanes and a direct HOV lane connector at the I-5/SR-14 interchange. Closures are subject to change. Detours will be signed. No unusual levels of dust, noise or vibration are expected.
