Santa Clarita Weekly

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 17, June 22, 2024

The Environmental Protection Agency cited Chiquita Canyon Landfill for violating the Clean Air Act, causing pollution. Landfill has not responded yet.Saugus High grad Abbey Weitzel is competing in the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials.The Dodgers won 2 out of 3 games against the Royals but lost Betts and Yamamoto to injuries. Return dates unknown.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 16, June 15, 2024

Chris Trunkey, a member of the Saugus Union School District governing board discusses censorship in libraries and book fairs, and efforts to create a more inclusive environment for students. Additionally, we'll report on the LA County Board of Supervisors' decision to extend rent increase caps in unincorporated areas, including the Santa Clarita Valley. In sports, the Dodgers won two out of three games against the Yankees, and the Rams are moving their training camp from Cal Lutheran to Loyola Marymount University, with a focus on new offensive line addition Jonah Jackson.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 15, June 8, 2024

The Chiquita Canyon Landfill has been polluting nearby communities and the operators are offering financial relief programs. Congressman Mike Garcia was criticized by George Whitesides for his silence on Donald Trump's recent felony convictions. The Hart High School Baseball team was honored at Dodger Stadium and the Dodgers bullpen got a boost with the return of Evan Phillips.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 14, June 1, 2024

A recent Lumina Foundation-Gallup study highlighted a concerning trend: a significant number of college students nationwide are contemplating leaving school due to emotional stress and mental health concerns. To gain a deeper understanding of this issue, Santa Clarita Weekly spoke with Jerry Danielsen, a member of the Board of Trustees for College of the Canyons (COC). Updated news on Santa Clarita High School Track and Field. Tim Haddock attends the Los Angeles Rams Spring practice.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 13, May 25, 2024

Residents near the Chiquita Canyon Landfill have faced air, water, and land pollution for months. We'll discuss the ongoing environmental damage with a local expert. In high school sports, Hart's baseball team won a championship despite a debated call and Canyon track and field shined.

Santa Clarita Weekly Episode 12, May 18, 2024

The San Gabriel Mountains National Monument expands into Santa Clarita Valley, adding protections and funding for over 100,000 acres of land. In education news, the California State PTA emphasizes student access to diverse books after a local book fair controversy. West Ranch High School wins the CIF Southern Section boys volleyball championship, while Hart High School advances to the baseball finals.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 11, May 11, 2024

Santa Clarita Weekly discusses a book fair controversy at Mountainview Elementary with author Kimberly Brubaker Bradley joining to debate book banning in schools. Hart High School wins a marathon baseball game in the CIF playoffs, Valencia softball and volleyball teams gear up for their matches.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 10, May 4, 2024

Two books were deemed inappropriate by a Moms for Liberty-affiliated PTA group at Mountainview Elementary and removed from the book fair without authorization. The CIF Southern Section baseball and softball playoffs are set, with the Foothill League sending five teams and Valencia softball receiving a bye in Division 2. The Dodgers extended their winning streak to six games last week with sweeps against the Nationals and victories over the Blue Jays.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 9, Apr 27, 2024

Democrat George Whitesides outraised incumbent Republican Congressman Mike Garcia in the contentious race for CA27. In sports, the Foothill League saw some big swings in standings this week. On the professional side, the Dodgers are struggling, going 2-4 last week. In brighter local racing news, Valencia's own Colton Herta competed in the Grand Prix of Long Beach.

Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 8, Apr 20, 2024

The Chiquita Canyon Landfill received another notice of violation for draining storm runoff water into the Santa Clara River and possibly the groundwater supply. 
In sports, the Saugus baseball team won two Foothill League games and have a four-game winning streak. The Saugus softball team won three games, including a huge blowout win over West Ranch.