A much needed commuter bus link between Santa Clarita and the San Fernando Valley will debut Sunday, March 5, with daily service from the McBean Transfer Station in Santa Clarita to the Sylmar Metrolink Station in the Valley. The new Route 8 bus will run on a seven-day schedule with buses departing about every 30 minutes, weekdays from 5:50 a.m. to 9:45 p.m., Saturdays from 6:20 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. and Sundays from 7:20 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

A suspect wanted for the attempted rape of a 12 year old girl is caught.The suspect, Marcus Fennell Pierce, was apprehended earlier today in the San Fernando Valley. Pierce was wanted in connection with the attempted rape and battery of his 12 year old niece on Monday in Canyon Country. Police received reports that Pierce may have been hiding out in a motel, and had the area under surveillance. Once found, the suspect was brought into custody with no resistance. Sheriff's officials are holding a news conference today at 1:30pm in Whittier to discuss the details.

Senator George Runner (R-Antelope Valley) has introduced a community college bill package that will provide more access to students and eliminate bureaucratic barriers for community college to acquire much-needed classroom and facility space. “California’s community colleges are vital to our educational system and we must ensure that students have better access to courses and community colleges are given all the tools necessary to acquire adequate classrooms and facilities,” said Senator George Runner (R-Antelope Valley).

In tonight's high school basketball wildcard, the Hart Indians defeated the Saints of Santa Maria 83-61 in this CIF Division 1A playoff game. The Indians will play Ventura this Friday. Tune to AM-1220, KHTS this Friday at 7:15PM when Canyon High goes against Righetti.