Running a little late tonight - appreciate you sticking with us. A lot moved across the Valley today, so here’s a quick, clean breakdown before the weekend:

The baseball world is mourning Garret Anderson, longtime Los Angeles Angels star and Granada Hills Kennedy High School alum, who has passed away at 53.

Anderson went from the San Fernando Valley to becoming one of the most consistent hitters in Angels history — and a key part of their 2002 World Series championship team.

This one lands close to home. Anderson wasn’t just an Angels great — he was from here. For Valley residents, that’s a reminder of how far local talent can go… and why his legacy hits a little deeper.

He spent most of his career with the Angels, earned All-Star honors, and became one of the franchise’s all-time leaders — known for showing up, producing, and never needing the spotlight.

A hometown success story and a quiet legend of the game — gone too soon, but not forgotten.

👉 Full story via Daily News

A group of armed suspects is behind a string of home invasion attempts across the San Fernando Valley — with Granada Hills now confirmed as one of the targets.

Police say at least six incidents are connected, with suspects moving between neighborhoods and attempting to enter homes, sometimes while residents are inside.

This isn’t isolated — it’s a pattern moving through nearby communities. When crews operate like this, they test multiple areas quickly, which puts surrounding neighborhoods like Northridge directly in the path.

Residents are urged to stay alert, especially at night. Watch for unfamiliar cars, people lingering, or any unusual activity around homes.

Lock it up, keep lights on, and don’t ignore anything that feels off. These situations escalate fast — awareness is your edge.

👉 Full Story via ABC7

A shooting near Sepulveda Middle School in North Hills left one person injured, prompting concern from nearby residents and families.

Authorities say the incident happened close to the school area, with emergency crews responding quickly. The victim was transported for medical treatment, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Police have not released full details yet, but the situation appears isolated, with no immediate threat reported to the school itself.

Incidents like this hit differently when they happen near schools — especially in neighborhoods just minutes from Northridge. It’s a reminder of how quickly things can unfold nearby.

Stay aware of your surroundings and keep an eye out for updates as more details come in. Situations like this tend to develop quickly.

👉 Full Story via San Fernando Sun

The San Fernando Valley Audubon Society has been recognized as Nonprofit of the Year, highlighting its long-standing work in conservation and community education across the Valley.

The organization focuses on protecting local wildlife habitats and helping residents better understand the natural environment right in their own backyard.

In a place as built-out as the Valley, groups like this play a quiet but important role — preserving green spaces, wildlife, and a sense of balance in the community.

From birdwatching programs to habitat protection, their work connects people to nature in ways most don’t realize are happening locally.

Not all impact is loud — some of the most important work in the Valley is happening behind the scenes, and this recognition puts a spotlight on it.

👉 Full story via Daily News

A Carolina Pulido has become a recognizable name around California State University Northridge — not through sports or academics, but through memes that perfectly capture student life.

Pulido’s content, shared across social platforms, has struck a chord with students by turning everyday campus experiences into something funny, relatable, and widely shared.

CSUN is a major part of the Northridge community, and stories like this show how student culture is shaping the local identity in real time — not just inside classrooms, but online where attention lives.

Her posts tap into the small, specific moments only students recognize — from campus routines to shared frustrations — which is exactly why they spread so quickly.

It’s a reminder that influence today doesn’t always come from titles — sometimes it comes from being the most relatable voice in the room.

👉 Full story via CSUN Sundial

Softball snagged a power-five scalp, baseball kicks off a Big West homestand TONIGHT, and the men's volleyball regular season ends in Honolulu. Busy weekend for CSUN. 🔴🖤

🥎 Softball: CSUN 6, California 3 (April 16)

📍 Matadors beat the Pac-12's Cal Golden Bears 6-3 at Matador Diamond — a signature midweek win
📍 CSUN has now won multiple straight and enters the weekend with real momentum
📍 Next up: at UC Santa Barbara this weekend (April 18) in a key Big West series

👉 Box score  ·  Series preview

⚾ Baseball: UC Davis Series Opens TONIGHT (April 17, 5 PM)

📍 CSUN (20-15) hosts UC Davis in a three-game Big West series at Robert J. Hiegert Field starting tonight at 5 PM
📍 Coming off Monday's 12-7 comeback over LMU with Thomas, Rickman, Boardman, and Linberg each driving in 2 runs
📍 Watch: Andrew Becker's hit streak (14 games) and Colton Boardman's on-base streak (20 games)
📍 Games: Fri 4/17 at 5 PM, Sat 4/18, Sun 4/19 at Hiegert Field

👉 Full baseball schedule

🏐 Men's Volleyball: Regular Season Ends at #2 Hawaii (Fri & Sat)

📍 #18 CSUN closes the regular season at Bankoh Arena in Honolulu — Friday + Saturday nights, 10 PM PT
📍 Jalen Phillips has 1,000+ career kills (8th all-time at CSUN) and ranks 2nd in the Big West (3.91 kills/set)
📍 Up next: Big West Championship at UC Irvine's Bren Events Center, April 23–25

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