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Oxnard police probe death of man found injured days earlier

Oxnard police are investigating the death of a man Nov. 9 found days earlier as a possible assault victim but later possibly tied to a crash. The Oxnard Police Department sent officers to a crash at 2:45 a.m. Nov. 3 in the 200 block of north A Street for a report of a vehicle into a utility pole, according to a news release. Officers found an SUV had crashed into a pole that had been sheared off at the base, but the vehicle was empty, police said. Less than 30 minutes later, police were called about a possible assault victim at W. 241 Second St., about 0.2 miles from the crash. The 56-year-old man had significant injuries and was transported to Ventura County Medical Center, police said. Officers later learned that the man was the registered owner of the SUV. Police learned of the man's death Nov. 9 around 10 p.m. Traffic investigators are investigating the man's death and the hit-and-run crash on A Street. Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact Cpl. Joseph Clarke at 805-385-7750 or at joseph.clarke@oxnardpd.org or the main line at 805-385-7600. This article originally appeared on Ventura County Star: Oxnard police probe

Oxnard, CA · 2d

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Tracking heavy rain Friday evening

Happy Thursday! Temperatures cool from days prior and more clouds appear in the morning. Expect highs of 70s for most with light breezy winds. Marine hazards remain in effect and rip currents will be dangerous. Enjoy the last pleasant day of weather before a big shift begins Friday. Look for...

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 18h

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Oxnard Crash: Investigation and Context

A 56-year-old Oxnard man died nearly a week after his SUV slammed into an Edison light pole on North A Street, and police have now reclassified the crash as a hit-and-run. The man was pronounced dead at 8:56 p.m. on Nov. 9, six days after the Nov. 3 collision, which sheared the pole off at its base and left the vehicle empty by the time officers arrived.

Oxnard, CA · 1d

VC Star | Ventura County Star

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Nonprofit raises funds for family of girl who died in Hueneme crash

A local nonprofit set up a fundraiser to help support the family of a girl who died from injuries suffered after she and her sister were struck by a vehicle in Port Hueneme on Halloween night. Friends of Fieldworkers set up the fundraiser on their website , where visitors can donate to support the family. The nonprofit focuses on providing support to the farmworker community in Ventura County. "We are heartbroken to share that an 11-year-old child of farmworkers has passed away last week, after she and her sister were struck by a vehicle on Halloween night," a post on the nonprofit's Facebook page read. "Both parents are Ventura County fieldworkers and are navigating the loss of their child while trying to remain strong for the child who remains in critical condition." The 11-year-old girl died on Nov. 5 in a Los Angeles County hospital, while her younger sister remains in critical condition, according to the Port Hueneme Police Department. The sisters were struck by a vehicle near the intersection of North Ventura Road and East Clara Street around 7:20 p.m. on Oct. 31, the police previously said. Both girls were transported to the hospital, and the driver of the

Port Hueneme, CA · 14h

VC Star | Ventura County Star

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Event at Jamie Foxx's area home leads to arrests, riles neighbors

Authorities are seeking videos and photos from a massive party in unincorporated Hidden Valley where altercations and other incidents led to two arrests. Deputies with the Ventura County Sheriff's Office were called about a juvenile slashing another juvenile with a knife in the 1300 block of West Potrero Road Nov. 7 shortly before 10 p.m., according to a news release. Deputies arrived to the party with an estimated 3,000 guests. The unincorporated area with large, sprawling properties lies near Newbury Park and Westlake Village. View this post on Instagram The victim had been treated by on-site medical personnel, and the other juvenile was taken into custody and booked into Juvenile Justice Center, sheriff's officials said. Their investigation has since shown the victim had not been stabbed but instead had suffered injuries in a mutual fight. Detectives are still investigating the assault, Sgt. Sean Taylor said. He would not say who owned the home, citing the open investigation. Social media accounts indicate the event called Skvlkfest was hosted at the home of actor Jamie Foxx. Both his Instagram account and his daughter's Anelise Foxx's are connected to Skvlkfest. The event, typically on or near Halloween, was postponed to Nov. 7 because

Ventura County, CA · 2d

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After Dark: Week of Nov. 12, 2026

If you have something related to nightlife — online or otherwise — please email nshaffer@timespublications.com. Due to the erratic nature of entertainment booking, information contained here is subject to change and not guaranteed. Call venues ahead to confirm. SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC!. THURSDAY, 11/12. Live Music. The Arena:TBD, 8...

Ventura, CA · 23h

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Two Rescued from Channel Islands Harbor Jetty After Being Swept Out to Sea

VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) – An adult man and a boy were rescued from the Channel Islands Harbor jetty after being swept out to sea Wednesday afternoon and one was transported with serious injuries. On Nov. 11, first responders were called to the scene of a water rescue around...

Ventura County, CA · 1d

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The Star’s Super 10 football rankings entering CIF-SS quarterfinals

Last week’s ranking in parentheses. 1. PACIFICA 9-2 (1) Comment: The Tritons have won nine straight CIF-Southern Section playoff games, dating back to the 2023 first-round loss to Cajon. This week: Friday, Division 2 quarterfinal vs. Chaminade. More: The Ventura Orthopedics Athletes of the Week 2. MOORPARK 9-2 (3) Comment: The Musketeers have reached back-to-back CIF-SS quarterfinals for the first time since 2018. This week: Friday, Division 5 quarterfinal at San Bernardino-Aquinas. More: First-round fireworks for local high school football teams 3. AGOURA 10-1 (6) Comment: The Chargers have won 10 games in back-to-back seasons for the first time in school history. This week: Friday, Division 5 quarterfinal vs. Charter Oak. 4. ST. BONAVENTURE 7-4 (2) Comment: The Seraphs were kept out of the end zone last Friday for the first time since a 35-0 loss at Oaks Christian in 2024. This week: Season complete. More: VOTE for the @vcspreps football Player of the CIF-SS first round 5. SIMI VALLEY 6-5 (NR) Comment: The Pioneers are in the CIF-SS quarterfinals for the fifth time in eight seasons under Jim Benkert. This week: Friday, Division 5 quarterfinal vs. Temecula Valley. 6. FILLMORE 9-2 (7) Comment: The Flashes are in the CIF-SS

Ventura, CA · 1d

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Community mourns man found dead in Santa Barbara apartment

Lawrence Matthew Brennen Jr., 39, who grew up in Carpinteria and was known to friends and family as “Shorty,” has been identified as the man found dead under suspicious circumstances in a Santa Barbara apartment on Oct. 28. According to the Santa Barbara Police Department, officers responded to...

Santa Barbara, CA · 1d

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VC Election 2026: City council, superintendent of schools and other results from the Nov. 3 midterms

The nationwide blue wave favoring Democratic candidates in the Nov. 3 election washed over Ventura County, with some exceptions. Ventura County’s congressional delegation will continue to consist of all Democrats. Jacqui Irwin of Thousand Oaks won her first term in the House of Representatives in Dist. 26 while Santa Barbara resident Salud Carbajal won reelection in Dist. 24. Brad Sherman of Sherman Oaks will continue representing Dist. 32, which now includes Simi Valley following the most recent redistricting.

Ventura County, CA · 23h

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Southern California man sentenced to prison for trafficking 14-year-old boy in online clothing resale scheme

A Ventura County man was sentenced to prison for trafficking a 14-year-old boy and forcing him to work around the clock to post clothing items for sale online. Brandon Holguin, 27, of Thousand Oaks, began targeting the boy after meeting him at a thrift store, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. Over […]

Ventura County, CA · 2d

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‘Predatory’ Uber Driver Picked Up Woman Outside Calif. Bar, Then She Fell Asleep and He Kept Driving

Simranjit Singh Sekhon, of Bakersfield, pleaded guilty on Nov. 6 to kidnapping to commit rape and admitted the aggravating factor of taking advantage of a position of trust

Bakersfield, CA · 1d

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8 Trees California Homeowners Cannot Trim Without A Permit

Los Angeles quietly lists a scraggly shrub with red winter berries right beside its mighty native oaks for protection. Snip the wrong branch on that humble bush, and you could face fines plus a very awkward city visit. Across California, cities and counties write their own tree rules, so neighbors...

Los Angeles County, CA · 1d

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Latino civil rights group calls for action to save Ventura County strawberry farms

572 farm workers jobs are on the chopping block after Driscoll's supplier SoCal Berry Growers announced it will close six strawberry farms near Ventura and Oxnard in January next year. "It's the epicenter, I think, of one of the major production hubs of berries in America," said David Cruz from...

Ventura County, CA · 2d

News Channel 312

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Beachgoers notice Sand Berm in Carpinteria

CARPINTERIA, Calif. (KEYT) To children the completed sand berm in Carpinteria is a place to play, but to adults it offers some piece of mind during Kelvin waves, King Tides and El Nino storms. "I think the berm is a little lower this year but it is wider and i know the people here know The post Beachgoers notice Sand Berm in Carpinteria appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Carpinteria, CA · 1d

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City of Ventura Launches Annual Santa to a Senior Gift Drive for Older Adults

The City of Ventura invites community members to donate unwrapped gifts through December 9 to brighten the holidays for over 200 local seniors. The City of Ventura’s annual Santa to a Senior program kicks off Thursday, November 12, 2026, to collect gifts for seniors at the Ventura Avenue Adult Center. Gift donations will be accepted through Wednesday, December 9, 2026.

Ventura, CA · 2d

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California Emergency Officials Urge Residents to Prepare for Potential El Niño Winter

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — California emergency responders are preparing for the possibility of a wetter winter fueled by El Niño, warning residents to take precautions now for potential heavy rain, flooding, mudslides and power outages. On Tuesday, PG&E brought together emergency management officials, CAL FIRE and the American...

California · 1d

CBS LA

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Series of rain storms head towards Southern California

CBS LA meteorologists say several low-pressure systems will be moving closer to the region over the next few days, beginning on Thursday night.

Southern California, CA · 10h

Ventura County Reporter

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Sea Turtle Nest in Ventura: Wildlife officials and volunteers will protect, monitor first recorded natural nesting site at San Buenaventura Beach

Kimmi Fontaine had never volunteered for an environmental organization before until the opportunity arose to help Ventura Audubon protect a sea turtle nest buried at San Buenaventura State Beach. “I love sea turtles so much, and whenever I travel, I feel like I gear it around where to see the...

Ventura, CA · 23h

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Girls cross country claims league title

The Carpinteria girls cross country finished the regular season on top of the league standings, as the Warriors runners claimed first place at the Citrus Coast League Cross Country Finals at Lake Casitas in Ojai on Nov. 5. Both the girls and boys teams had excellent performances at the league...

Carpinteria, CA · 1d

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