Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
Good morning, Santa Clarita.
The Santa Clarita Film Office announced six productions are filming in the valley from Sept.
8 to Sept. 13 — including Internet/Web project CA30, short films Working Title and Moral Dirt, student film Mapu Tofu and TV projects Golf and Untitled Reality Show. This filming continues the trend of last year's 897 location film days and supports the local economy through the city's film incentive program.
College of the Canyons is accepting enrollment for over 455 late-start short-term classes for Fall — classes start in September, October and November at Valencia, Canyon Country and online.
Students who enroll are considered returning students for winter session — giving them earlier access to registration and more course options.
All schools in the Saugus Union School District were named All Stars by America’s Healthiest Schools for earning top marks in nine wellness categories—joining 168 national awardees, district leaders said the honor reflects their commitment to both physical and mental health.
Superintendent Colleen Hawkins and board President Patti Garibay added that the recognition shows the district’s focus on building healthier learners.
Today, City Manager Ken Striplin said Santa Clarita crews work in the Cone Zone to repair potholes, refresh lane markings, and clear debris as students return and summer winds down—drivers are urged to slow down, obey work zone signs, and yield to emergency vehicles.
These measures help keep roads safe for commuters and local workers.
Rep. George Whitesides spoke at a congressional forum at College of the Canyons in Valencia on August 29 — he discussed federal support to boost local business, affordable housing, workforce training, and wildfire resilience while urging residents to share their ground truth with his office.
Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo launched a tax relief website for families affected by the Chiquita Canyon Landfill — the website gives step-by-step guidance on using Franchise Tax Board forms after the tax relief law passed in July.
She said she will push for further relief through her community assistance bill — a measure that would extend property tax relief further.
Rep. George Whitesides joined the bipartisan Restore Trust in Congress Act on Monday—he aims to ban members of Congress and their families from owning or trading individual stocks.
He said divesting from company stocks helps avoid conflicts of interest while serving the public.
West Ranch secured its first win of the season by defeating Antelope Valley 23-13 on the road, with head coach TJ Yonkers saying Blake Johnson will start after returning from injury—helping the team break a losing streak.
The Wildcats built a lead early and kept it, setting the stage for a promising season as they prepare to host Thousand Oaks next.
The Master's University women's volleyball team won over Arizona Christian University on Sept.
6 at The MacArthur Center, recording an 8—1 finish in 2025 GSAC play after winning in three straight sets of 25—16, 25—21 and 25—13. The Lady Mustangs boosted their win with strong blocks and service aces and will host Occidental College on Sept. 12.
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