- Behind Bars, But Not for Long: The so-called "thirsty thief" who stole $1,800 in ammo from Oak Tree Gun Club was sentenced to a whopping 22 days in jail. The Signal
- The Investigation Continues: Detectives are investigating what appear to be a string of residential burglaries that culminated with the ditching of a stolen car that resulted in this week's Whole Foods lot lockdown. KHTS The Signal
- In Case You Forgot, It's Illegal: As July 4 approaches, Capt. Roosevelt Johnson reminds the public that fireworks are illegal. If you're the type who slips over the county line to buy some stuff that goes boom, please don't. Our valley is bone-dry from a drought, which doesn't not mix well with explosive entertainment. And if you live in a neighborhood where every year people disregard the law and public safety and set off their own little fireworks show, stop looking the other way and report them. Yes, I guess I did just tell you to narc on your neighbors. SCVNews
- Providing a Second Chance: In a town where prescription drug and heroin abuse are a problem, this is a bill to follow. This week, a bill by Sen. Fran Pavley moved ahead in Sacramento, aimed at requiring first responders to carry naloxone, an antidote that can reverse prescription drug and heroin overdoses. SCVNews
- You Thought Whole Foods Had it Rough?: For $3 million, Albertsons settled (i.e., didn't admit guilt) a lawsuit accusing them of improperly disposing of hazardous waste. LAist
- You Could Work the 2015 Oscars!: Well, ok, not exactly. But the Santa Clarita Worksource Center is trying to fill positions for about 100 DVD packers for the Academy Awards, on a flex schedule through January. City Briefs
- Changing the System: "This change would hold accountable our officials who are receiving taxpayer-funded income and benefits for failing to do what we are paying them to do." Jonathan Kraut on changing the system that puts the burden of settling lawsuits on taxpayers. The Signal
- Cowpokes See Bill Hart Head for Last Roundup: Newhall resident and silent film star William S. Hart was laid to rest on this day in 1946. SCVHistory
Nine years of the Valley’s town square · 2006–2015
