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A metalworking shop with various industrial machines, including mills, lathes, and presses. The workspace has gray walls, overhead fluorescent lighting, exposed ceiling ducts, and a blue workbench in the center. A sign reading “Industrial Metal Supply Company” hangs on the wall.

Artificial Intelligence raises concerns among COC students and blue-collar workers about Job Security

Have you walked into a McDonald’s recently and seen the empty counter?…
Shelves stocked with nonperishable food items such as canned goods, boxed pasta, and instant noodles line both sides of an aisle in a small pantry or food bank. Signs on the shelves indicate item limits, and an open door at the end of the aisle reveals another room with additional supplies.

As food insecurity rises, COC students find support at the BaNC

With a record-breaking government shutdown putting assistance programs on hold, some students…
A person’s hand reaches out to pick an apricot from a display of fresh apricots in a grocery store. Other fruits, including kiwis and apples, are visible in the background, and a reusable mesh bag hangs from the person’s arm.

Santa Clarita mother who relied on SNAP benefits now helps others feed their families

“I am very proud to announce today that we have reached a…
A group of children and adults in Halloween costumes ice skating at an indoor rink. Costumes include a unicorn, a witch, a ghost, a deer, a person in a judge’s robe with a white wig, and various colorful outfits. The group appears to be gathered in the middle of the rink, chatting and having fun.

Santa Clarita families kick off Halloween celebrations early at the Cube

The Cube and entertainment center, powered by Five Point Valencia, hosted its…
A group of runners stands at the starting line of a race called the “Jeepers Creepers Run,” as indicated by the banner in the background that also mentions “Half Marathon 5/10k.” Participants of various ages wear numbered race bibs and athletic attire, with some in team uniforms like “Fillmore Cross Country” and “Valencia.” The crowd behind them appears energetic and ready for the event, with trees and sunlight in the background.

‘Jeepers Creepers’ Valencia’s Halloween Run: ghosts were runners, not haunts

Runners don Halloween costumes at the Fourth Annual Jeepers Creepers run on…
A group of rescue workers wearing helmets and protective gear work together at a disaster site covered in dirt and debris. Two rescuers in the foreground assist a search-and-rescue dog, while several others in orange and yellow suits observe in the background. The scene appears to be part of a coordinated search or training operation in a rugged outdoor environment.

Search Dog Foundation in Santa Paula trains shelter dogs as certified rescue heroes

At the National Training Center in Santa Paula, it’s graduation day for…
A person holds a smartphone with a red case, using a ride-planning app that displays “Plan your ride” and location options such as “Canyon Country Park” and “17615 Soledad Canyon Rd” on the screen.

California grants ride-sharing drivers the right to unionize, potentially leading to higher fares

On October 3rd of this year, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a…
Storage room with shelves stocked with canned goods, boxes, and plastic bins, resembling a food pantry or supply room with fluorescent lighting overhead.

Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry seeks assistance as federal aid depletes

In anticipation of food banks becoming overwhelmed, Governor Gavin Newsom is mobilizing…
The front entrance of Sierra Vista Junior High School showing the school’s name sign above the building and a “Welcome” sign on the glass doors of the administration building.

SCV mother raises safety concerns at Sierra Vista; authorities find no threat 

For Synthia Hernandez, every school morning now comes with fear. She says…