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State awards scholarships to Ventura County newborns
Schools & Education
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State awards scholarships to Ventura County newborns

The state of California has launched a new initiative providing college scholarships to newborns across Ventura County to support future education.

13 days ago
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Ventura County Fire Department seeks public input on hazard plan
County Government
Thousand Oaks

Ventura County Fire Department seeks public input on hazard plan

The fire department is asking residents to provide feedback to help update the 2027 Multi Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan for the county.

14 days ago·Ventura County Fire Department
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Ventura Orthopedics Athletes of the Week announced
Sports
Ventura

Ventura Orthopedics Athletes of the Week announced

Local high school athletes are recognized for their outstanding performance in recent sports competitions across the county.

14 days ago·Ventura County Star
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Coastal flood warning issued for Southern California
Surf & Coastal
Ventura

Coastal flood warning issued for Southern California

Authorities have issued a coastal flood warning as unusually high tides are expected to impact the Southern California coastline.

14 days ago·ABC7 Los Angeles
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Ventura Planning Commission to review indoor baseball academy
City News
Ventura

Ventura Planning Commission to review indoor baseball academy

The Ventura Planning Commission is set to evaluate a proposal for a new indoor baseball academy alongside two housing development items.

14 days ago·Ojai Valley News
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Coastal flood warning issued for Ventura County beaches
Surf & Coastal
Ventura

Coastal flood warning issued for Ventura County beaches

Authorities have issued a coastal flood warning as unusually high tides are expected to impact low lying areas along the Ventura County coastline.

14 days ago·ABC7 Los Angeles
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New photos released in Simi Valley Scream mask attack
Public Safety
Simi Valley

New photos released in Simi Valley Scream mask attack

Police have released new photographic evidence related to the 2017 assault case involving a suspect wearing a Scream mask.

14 days ago·ABC7 Los Angeles
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Santa Paula project adds more affordable housing units
Housing & Development
Santa Paula

Santa Paula project adds more affordable housing units

High demand leads developers to convert market rate apartments into affordable housing units at a new development on East Telegraph Road.

14 days ago·Modesto Bee
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Vandenberg Space Force Base schedules record setting rocket launch
Environment
Ventura

Vandenberg Space Force Base schedules record setting rocket launch

A new rocket launch is scheduled from Vandenberg Space Force Base with officials expecting a record setting event for the region.

14 days ago·Ventura County Star
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Texas Roadhouse prepares for Camarillo opening
Food & Dining
Camarillo

Texas Roadhouse prepares for Camarillo opening

The first Texas Roadhouse location in Ventura County is set to open its doors in Camarillo this month following recent construction.

14 days ago·Ventura County Star
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Santa Paula approves conversion of market rate units to affordable housing
Housing & Development
Santa Paula

Santa Paula approves conversion of market rate units to affordable housing

City officials in Santa Paula have approved a plan to convert existing market rate housing units into affordable housing to meet growing demand.

14 days ago·Ventura County Star
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Fire Department Receives Recognition
County Government
Thousand Oaks

Fire Department Receives Recognition

The Ventura County Fire Department has been awarded a renewed Fire Risk Reduction Community recognition for its commitment to safety.

15 days ago·Ventura County Fire Department
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Candidates for State Assembly District 38 discuss Ventura County
County Government
Ojai

Candidates for State Assembly District 38 discuss Ventura County

Candidates running for the State Assembly District 38 seat are scheduled to discuss key issues impacting Ventura County residents.

15 days ago·Ojai Valley News
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Ventura Planning Commission to weigh indoor baseball academy
Housing & Development
Ventura

Ventura Planning Commission to weigh indoor baseball academy

The Ventura Planning Commission is set to review a proposal for a new indoor baseball academy and associated housing developments.

15 days ago·Ojai Valley News
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Ventura College Campus Closure
Schools & Education
Ventura

Ventura College Campus Closure

Ventura College campuses remain closed due to high winds and power outages. Officials are working with Southern California Edison to restore operations.

15 days ago·Ventura County Community College District
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Weekend brings Halloween and fall fun to Acorn country
Community
Simi Valley

Weekend brings Halloween and fall fun to Acorn country

Local communities are preparing for a variety of Halloween festivities and seasonal events taking place throughout the region this weekend.

15 days ago·Simi Valley Acorn
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Flash Flood Warning issued for Lockwood Valley
Environment
Lockwood Valley

Flash Flood Warning issued for Lockwood Valley

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for North Central Ventura County due to heavy storm activity.

15 days ago·Ojai Valley News
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Ventura County residents deserve safer more reliable electricity
Environment
Simi Valley

Ventura County residents deserve safer more reliable electricity

An editorial piece highlights the urgent need for improved electrical grid reliability and safety measures for residents across Ventura County.

15 days ago·Simi Valley Acorn
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Moorpark man charged with molestation of young child
Public Safety
Moorpark

Moorpark man charged with molestation of young child

The Ventura County District Attorney announced felony charges against a Moorpark man following an investigation into the molestation of a young child.

16 days ago·Ventura County District Attorney
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Ventura County Transportation Commission seeks transit contractors
Transportation
Ventura

Ventura County Transportation Commission seeks transit contractors

The commission is soliciting proposals for regional intercity fixed route transit services to begin in May 2027.

16 days ago·Mass Transit
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Stolen cologne recovered by Sheriffs office
Public Safety
Thousand Oaks

Stolen cologne recovered by Sheriffs office

Detectives recovered nearly 100 bottles of stolen perfume and cologne valued at over 16000 from various Ulta Beauty stores.

16 days ago·theacorn.com
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County holds public forum regarding TRUTH Act
County Government
Ventura

County holds public forum regarding TRUTH Act

The County of Ventura hosted a public forum on October 20 to discuss compliance with the TRUTH Act assembly bill.

16 days ago·County of Ventura
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Demographic shifts impact Ventura County workforce
Business
Camarillo

Demographic shifts impact Ventura County workforce

Recent data shows Ventura County is aging with fewer births and families struggling with housing costs which may reshape the local economy.

16 days ago·theacorn.com
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Driver charged with murder in Camarillo Costco parking lot crash
Public Safety
Camarillo

Driver charged with murder in Camarillo Costco parking lot crash

A 35 year old man was arrested on murder charges following a fatal vehicle incident at the Camarillo Costco gas pumps on Tuesday.

16 days ago·CBS Los Angeles
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Round1 gaming arcade and food hall opens at Pacific View Mall
Arts & Culture
Ventura

Round1 gaming arcade and food hall opens at Pacific View Mall

The new entertainment center features Japanese video games and a food hall offering diverse regional dishes from Japan.

16 days ago·VC Reporter
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Forensic audit reveals financial misconduct at County Office of Education
Schools & Education
Ventura

Forensic audit reveals financial misconduct at County Office of Education

An audit found the Ventura County Office of Education violated state laws regarding unauthorized bonuses and lifetime health benefits.

16 days ago·EdSource
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The Acorn newspaper sold to Times Media Group
Community
Thousand Oaks

The Acorn newspaper sold to Times Media Group

After decades of independent operation the local newspaper chain The Acorn has been sold to the Arizona based Times Media Group.

16 days ago·ojaivalleynews.com
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Thousands of birds migrate over Ventura County
Environment
Ventura

Thousands of birds migrate over Ventura County

Live data shows tens of thousands of birds migrating southeast over the region at an altitude of 1900 feet.

16 days ago·BirdCast
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Driver Arrested for Murder in Camarillo
Public Safety
Camarillo

Driver Arrested for Murder in Camarillo

A driver was arrested for murder after striking and killing a pedestrian in a Costco parking lot in Camarillo.

17 days ago·Ground News
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Simi Valley council candidates discuss city future
City News
Simi Valley

Simi Valley council candidates discuss city future

Candidates running for the Simi Valley City Council are debating the future of the city and how to best serve the local community.

17 days ago·Simi Valley Acorn
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Students learn surgical robotics at St Johns Hospital
Schools & Education
Camarillo

Students learn surgical robotics at St Johns Hospital

Foothill Technology High School students visited St Johns Hospital in Camarillo to receive hands on training with advanced surgical robotics.

17 days ago·VC Reporter
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Ventura County Office of Education audit reveals unauthorized bonuses
County Government
Ventura

Ventura County Office of Education audit reveals unauthorized bonuses

A forensic audit found that the former county superintendent issued over 100000 in unauthorized bonuses and discouraged staff from keeping paper trails.

17 days ago·EdSource
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Buenaventura Art Center Gallery opens at Ventura Harbor
Arts & Culture
Ventura

Buenaventura Art Center Gallery opens at Ventura Harbor

The Buenaventura Art Center has officially opened its new gallery space at the Ventura Harbor to showcase local artists and community culture.

17 days ago·Ojai Valley News
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Ventura Unified Surplus Property Sale
Housing & Development
Ventura

Ventura Unified Surplus Property Sale

The school district plans to sell surplus property on North Ventura Avenue to develop housing for local educators.

17 days ago·Yahoo News
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Tens of thousands without power in Ventura County
Public Safety
Thousand Oaks

Tens of thousands without power in Ventura County

Southern California Edison implemented preventative power shutoffs across multiple cities due to Santa Ana wind conditions.

17 days ago·Google News
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Firefighter Injured in Thousand Oaks
Public Safety
Thousand Oaks

Firefighter Injured in Thousand Oaks

A Ventura County Fire Department firefighter was struck by a vehicle while operating at a traffic collision scene.

17 days ago·Ventura County Fire Department
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Ventura County superintendent audit findings
Schools & Education
Ventura

Ventura County superintendent audit findings

A forensic audit revealed the former county superintendent authorized illegal bonuses and discouraged staff from keeping records.

17 days ago·EdSource
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Driver arrested for murder in Camarillo Costco parking lot
Public Safety
Camarillo

Driver arrested for murder in Camarillo Costco parking lot

A man was arrested for murder after allegedly striking and killing a pedestrian with his vehicle at a Camarillo Costco parking lot on Tuesday.

17 days ago·Ground News
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Ventura Superintendent Audit Findings
Schools & Education
Ventura

Ventura Superintendent Audit Findings

A forensic audit reveals the former county superintendent broke state laws regarding pay and discouraged staff from keeping a paper trail.

17 days ago·EdSource
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Housing Rights Center office hours at Ventura City Hall
Housing & Development
Ventura

Housing Rights Center office hours at Ventura City Hall

The City of Ventura is partnering with the Housing Rights Center to provide advice to local tenants and property owners.

18 days ago·City of Ventura
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Ojai and Ventura to host tributes to Dolly Parton
Arts & Culture
Ojai

Ojai and Ventura to host tributes to Dolly Parton

Local venues in Ojai and Ventura are preparing to host special tribute events honoring the legendary musician.

18 days ago·VC Reporter
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Ventura County Credit Union launches financial wellness program
Business
Ventura

Ventura County Credit Union launches financial wellness program

VCCU has introduced a new comprehensive financial wellness program specifically for County of Ventura employees.

18 days ago·CU Broadcast
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Premier America opens relocated Simi Valley branch
Business
Simi Valley

Premier America opens relocated Simi Valley branch

Premier America Credit Union has officially opened its newly relocated branch location within the city of Simi Valley.

18 days ago·simivalleyacorn.com
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City of Ventura hosts Pierpont Beach meeting
City News
Ventura

City of Ventura hosts Pierpont Beach meeting

The City of Ventura invites the public to a community meeting regarding the Pierpont Beach Management Plan on October 21.

18 days ago·City of Ventura
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County prepares for winter storm season
County Government
Ventura

County prepares for winter storm season

Ventura County officials are coordinating inter agency efforts to prepare for potential El Nino storms this winter.

18 days ago·County of Ventura
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Simi punked by colorful historic characters
Arts & Culture
Simi Valley

Simi punked by colorful historic characters

Local residents and visitors were entertained by colorful historic characters appearing throughout the city of Simi Valley.

18 days ago·simivalleyacorn.com
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Ventura men held to answer on felony charges
Public Safety
Ventura

Ventura men held to answer on felony charges

Two Ventura men face felony charges for robbery carjacking and kidnapping in a gang related case.

18 days ago·Ventura County District Attorney
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Enghouse Transportation and Cal ITP expand integrated transit payments
Transportation
Ventura

Enghouse Transportation and Cal ITP expand integrated transit payments

Seven transit operators across Ventura County are launching a coordinated open loop payment program for riders.

18 days ago·PR Newswire
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Notice of Public Forum TRUTH Act
County Government
Ventura

Notice of Public Forum TRUTH Act

The County of Ventura has scheduled a public forum regarding the TRUTH Act for October 20 2026 to discuss interagency cooperation and transparency.

19 days ago·County of Ventura
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Ojai Senior Cup golf tournament results
Sports
Ojai

Ojai Senior Cup golf tournament results

John Derrick secured a victory at the 2026 Ojai Senior Cup after a final hole birdie at Soule Park.

19 days ago·NewsBreak
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Camarillo couple found dead in home
Public Safety
Camarillo

Camarillo couple found dead in home

Local officials are conducting an investigation following the discovery of a deceased couple inside a Camarillo residence.

19 days ago·NewsBreak
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Celebrate Ventura County Clean Air Day
Environment
Ventura

Celebrate Ventura County Clean Air Day

The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District is promoting Clean Air Day initiatives to improve regional air quality and environmental health.

19 days ago·Ventura County Air Pollution Control District
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Moorpark Police Department Arrests Assault Suspect
Public Safety
Moorpark

Moorpark Police Department Arrests Assault Suspect

Officers from the Moorpark Police Department arrested an individual suspected of committing an assault.

19 days ago·Ventura County Sheriff
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Catalytic Converter Theft Crew Arrested
Public Safety
Camarillo

Catalytic Converter Theft Crew Arrested

The Ventura County Sheriffs Office successfully apprehended a group involved in a series of catalytic converter thefts.

19 days ago·Nixle
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Ventura County Elections Division hiring workers
County Government
Ventura

Ventura County Elections Division hiring workers

The county is actively seeking 300 extra help vote center workers to assist with upcoming election operations.

19 days ago·Ventura Breeze
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