News in Santa Clarita

75% of Youth Overdose Deaths Involved Fentanyl
Santa Clarita Parents Are Sharing Their Stories to Help Other Families From 2020 to 2024, 75% of overdose deaths among young people ages 10 to 19 involved fentanyl, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Fentanyl can be found in counterfeit pills and…

Supporting Old Town Newhall
By Mayor Laurene Weste When a community loses a place that has been part of its history, the loss is felt far beyond the walls of a building. That is what makes the recent fire in Old Town Newhall so painful. We lost historic buildings, beloved local businesses and The MAIN…

Applications Now Open for 2027 Community Services and Arts Grants
Non-Profit Organizations Invited to Attend Virtual Information Meetings on September 18 The City of Santa Clarita is now accepting applications for the 2027 Community Services and Arts Grants Program, with $200,000 in funding available to support eligible non-profit organizations…

Protecting the Santa Clara River, One Volunteer at a Time
By Councilmember Jason Gibbs The places we value most are often the ones we choose to care for together. In Santa Clarita, our quality of life is shaped not only by the community we have built, but by the natural environment we have a responsibility to protect. That commitment…

Make an Impact This Make a Difference Day
Looking for a way to give back and make a meaningful impact in Santa Clarita? On Saturday, October 24, the City of Santa Clarita invites residents of all ages to get involved in the fourth annual Make a Difference Day, a nationwide day of service that brings communities together…

Stronger Together in Old Town Newhall
By City Manager Ken Striplin Old Town Newhall has always been more than a destination. It is a place where neighbors gather, families make memories and local businesses pour their time, energy and dreams into creating something special for our community. The fire that swept…