Senator Suzette Martinez Valladares (R—Santa Clarita) was joined by several of her colleagues in the California Legislature in sending a letter urging House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune to move forward on the Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act, a bipartisan federal bill aimed at keeping film and TV production in America.   All the legislators ...

On World Heart Day, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center is highlighting its nationally recognized cardiovascular care after earning top distinctions from U.S. News & World Report and Healthgrades for heart services and patient outcomes. Access to advanced cardiovascular services close to home can make a critical difference, from responding to a heart attack and managing heart failure to rebuilding strength ...

On Sept. 29, 1969, the first classes officially started at College of the Canyons (COC). About 800 students enrolled at College of the Canyons, far surpassing the 550 –700 anticipated by Superintendent-President Dr. Robert C. Rockwell. The turnout was described as a “pleasant surprise” and a sign that Santa Clarita was ready to support its own junior college. At the ...

Six Flags Magic Mountain announced Tuesday that X2 is permanently closed following multiple riders experiencing brain injuries.  The announcement comes on the heels of several lawsuits filed against Six Flags and S&S Worldwide, the manufacturer of the X2 roller coaster cars, following several brain injuries, some of which led to deaths. The lawsuits allege X2 has had design problems dating ...

Zonta of Santa Clarita Valley will host an event focused on domestic violence, bringing together local leaders and advocates for a discussion on survivor support, public safety, mental health and prevention. The event, “Unite Against Domestic Violence,” is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, at the Child & Family Center Education Building, 21545 Centre Pointe Parkway in Santa Clarita. Social ...

The City of Santa Clarita Film Office has released its list of three productions scheduled to film in the Santa Clarita Valley from Monday, Sept. 28, through Oct. 4. The productions filming in the Santa Clarita Valley this week include two television shows and a commercial. Television “9-1-1” This procedural drama follows the daily experiences of first responders, including police ...

As the final few weeks of the flag football season approach, Castaic has command of the Foothill League, while Hart and Valencia trail with a slew of league games still left to be played.  With the season coming to a close and a limited number of Foothill League games remaining, here is a look at this week’s slate of matchups ...

A Santa Clarita Valley Starbucks location closed for the final time on Saturday, one of hundreds across the country being shut down as part of the company’s efforts to close underperforming locations.  The Stevenson Ranch Starbucks on The Old Road, formerly a Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler restaurant until 2022, was one of 20 slated for closure Saturday in Los Angeles County, ...

Law enforcement agencies made 34 arrests in the Santa Clarita Valley over the weekend, roughly in line with the previous weekend’s total of 33 arrests. Of the 34 arrests, eight were felony arrests and 26 were misdemeanors. Deputies with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station made 27 of the arrests, while officers with the California Highway Patrol’s Newhall Area Office ...

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean C. Logan has announced that mailing Sample Ballot Books to all registered voters has begun for the Nov. 3, 2026 General Election. The Sample Ballot Book is a valuable resource that offers essential election information on candidates, measures and secure voting options. The RR/CC will mail Sample Ballots through Oct. 24 and will distribute ...