Good Wednesday afternoon, Valley neighbors — your midweek Northridge Now update is here with a mix of breaking local news, CSUN updates, community events, and stories people across the Valley are already talking about. Afternoon coffee scroll officially activated. ☕🌴

• 🚨 Mother Found Dead, 5-Year-Old Missing in Disturbing Los Angeles Case
• 🔥 Brush fire sparks response near Calabasas as wildfire season heats up
• ⚖️ Rebecca Grossman civil trial continues in high-profile Westlake Village crash case
• 🏫 Canoga Park High School set for major $155 million modernization project
• 📖 Valley mother & son release emotional bilingual children’s book inspired by wildfire loss
• 🎶 CSUN’s The SoCal Sound launches new “Pinfield Sessions” live music series with Matt Pinfield
• 🏅 CSUN Athletics rapid-fire updates including NCAA track competition + women’s soccer schedule release
• 🥬 Farmers markets, Grubfest, graduation season & local events happening across the Valley this week
• 🤝 Valley Referral Network spotlight in Porter Ranch tomorrow morning

Let’s get into it 👇

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Authorities issued an Amber Alert across Southern California after police say a 5-year-old girl was abducted following the death of her mother in Los Angeles.

Investigators say Daleza Fregoso is believed to have been taken by her father, Ruben Fregoso, after the child’s mother was found dead inside a South L.A. home during a welfare check.

🔹 What We Know:

Police continue searching for both the child and suspect as the homicide and abduction investigation remains ongoing.

👉 Full story: FOX LA

Fire crews responded to a brush fire near Calabasas Tuesday as flames sparked concern for nearby neighborhoods and drivers in the area.

Officials say firefighters moved quickly to contain the blaze before it could spread further amid dry conditions and warm temperatures.

🔹 What Happened:

Fire officials continue reminding residents to stay prepared as wildfire season ramps up across Southern California.

👉 Full story: NBC LA

The civil trial connected to the high-profile Westlake Village crash involving Rebecca Grossman and former MLB pitcher Scott Erickson continues this week.

The lawsuit stems from the tragic 2020 crash that killed two young brothers while crossing the street with family members.

🔹 Trial Updates:

The incident has remained one of the Valley area’s most widely discussed legal cases over the past several years.

👉 Full story: NBC LA

Canoga Park High School is set to receive a major $155 million modernization project aimed at upgrading classrooms, infrastructure, and student facilities while preserving the school’s historic identity.

The campus, one of the oldest high schools in the San Fernando Valley, is expected to see significant improvements over the coming years.

🔹 Planned Upgrades:

Local residents and alumni are already reacting with excitement as one of the Valley’s longtime campuses prepares for a major new chapter.

👉 Full story: Daily News LA

One local family is turning heartbreak into healing after losing their home in the Los Angeles wildfires.

Author and wellness entrepreneur Deisy Suarez-Giles and her son Henry recently released When the Sky Lost Its Colors — a bilingual children’s book inspired by their real-life experience navigating fear, loss, and emotional recovery after the fires.

Written in both English and Spanish, the book is designed to help children process difficult emotions while reminding families that hope and healing can still be found after tragedy.

🔹 About the Book:

According to the authors, the story follows a child learning to rediscover comfort and joy after a frightening and uncertain experience — helping kids understand they are not alone during difficult moments.

📲 Supporters interested in purchasing the book or learning more can visit:
When the Sky Lost Its Colors

👉 Watch Full Video: FOX 11 LA

California State University, Northridge radio station The SoCal Sound is launching a brand-new live music series called The Pinfield Sessions, bringing intimate artist performances and conversations directly to local music fans.

The new series is hosted by legendary music personality Matt Pinfield, known for his longtime work in alternative rock radio and MTV.

🔹 What To Expect:

According to organizers, the goal is to create a more personal music experience while spotlighting artists and giving listeners a behind-the-scenes connection to the music itself.

The launch continues expanding The SoCal Sound’s growing reputation as one of Southern California’s major independent music stations connected to the local community and the CSUN campus.

📲 Music fans can learn more through The SoCal Sound and CSUN Newsroom

👉 Full coverage: GoMatadors.com

Caps and gowns are about to take over the Valley as high schools, colleges, and universities across Los Angeles prepare for graduation ceremonies throughout the coming weeks.

The Daily News released its full 2026 graduation schedule, including dates and times for campuses across the San Fernando Valley and greater L.A. area — from local high schools to major universities like CSUN, UCLA, and USC.

Families are encouraged to plan ahead for parking, traffic, and large crowds around campuses during ceremony dates, especially during peak evening and weekend events.

For many Valley families, graduation season marks one of the biggest community milestones of the year — celebrating years of hard work, late nights, and proud moments finally paying off.

👉 LAUSD Schools: LA Daily News

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WEDNESDAY · MAY 27

🥬 Weekly Farmers Market at Northridge Fashion Center

⏰ 5 PM – 9 PM

Fresh produce, artisan foods, flowers, desserts, and local vendors with relaxed midweek Valley vibes.

📍 Northridge Fashion Center

🔗 More info: Northridge Fashion Center Events

FRIDAY · MAY 29

🥬 Olive View Farmers Market

🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Every Friday

📍 14445 Olive View Dr, Sylmar / Parking Lot A · Corner of Eisenhower Ave & Reagan Rd

Perfect stop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and local shopping heading into the weekend. Accepting EBT

🔗 More info: Sylmar NC

FRIDAY · MAY 29

🌮 Granada Hills Grubfest

5:00 – 10:00 PM · Chatsworth St between White Oak & Zelzah · 30+ rotating food trucks. Casual, dog-friendly. The standing Valley food event.

🔗 More info: Facebook

SUNDAY · MAY 31

🥬 Weekly Farmers Market at The Vineyards

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · The Vineyards at Porter Ranch · Fresh produce, artisan foods, local vendors. Mother's-Day-meets-fresh-flowers energy — perfect plus-one for Mom.

🔗More info: More info

TUESDAY · June 2

🥕 Sherman Oaks Farmers Market

🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM · Every Tuesday · Rain or Shine

Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, prepared foods, and local vendors with laid-back neighborhood market vibes in the heart of Sherman Oaks.

📍 Sherman Oaks / Parking lot of the Westfield Mall

🔗 More info: Facebook Page

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