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As COVID-19 cases rise, so does the increase in pet adoption and fostering

Loneliness is starting to bubble over as locals continue a monthslong absence of their loved ones, extended family and friends. With the stay at home order extended, anxieties have increased and with the company of only close knit family, people are looking elsewhere to fill the void of what used to be.

Local elementary schools are transitioning to online learning amid COVID-19

COVID-19 has put an emphasis on the importance of student teacher communication, as schools across the nation have closed and transitioned to online distance learning.

COVID-19 sows uncertainty for Santa Clarita’s community of small businesses

Anxieties are growing among small business owners across the Santa Clarita Valley as COVID-19 sends shockwaves throughout the local economy. With the economy booming, there was plenty of optimism for small business owners, but since the COVID-19 outbreak happened, they are struggling to stay afloat.

Teen with special needs gets birthday surprise from first responders, community

COVID-19 has canceled many events, including Jonathan Haselbusch’s 17th birthday party. Instead, his mom organized a drive-by birthday bash, complete with a visit from his favorite law enforcement officers.

Hart District superintendent announces restrictions to student airline travel, trip cancellations amid coronavirus

A letter announcing airline-related travel restrictions and trip cancellations for students was released by the Hart school district.

Valencia High come together to lift up spirits of Saugus High students

On tables inside a multi-purpose room, Valencia High School students worked to lift the spirits of their peers at Saugus High.

Soft lockdown lifted at Saugus High following bomb threat

A phone call alleging a bomb threat at Saugus High School triggered a soft lockdown, a school district spokesman confirmed.

Sightseeing brothers safe after flames engulf car on Interstate 5

A car fire on Interstate 5 in Stevenson Ranch prompted a California Highway Patrol (CHP) and Los Angeles County Fire response Tuesday night, officials said.

Fire crews tackle house fire in Soledad Canyon

A house fire on Soledad Canyon Road east of Canyon Country spread to nearby brush Monday morning, Los Angeles County fire officials confirmed.

Morning M3.5 earthquake rattles Castaic area

As many Santa Clarita Valley residents were preparing to start their Friday, an earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale jolted those still in slumber out of their beds.