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The Ventura County Sheriff's Department responded to Britney Spears' home after she posted a video on social media that showed her dancing with knives, authorities confirmed to ABC News.

The fentanyl crisis is personal for Vanesha Flores. Her 22-year-old son died early last year after taking the powerful drug. The Port Hueneme woman isn't afraid to show the human cost as she attended a town hall meeting Wednesday on the drug tied to a surging number of overdose deaths. She held Junior Angel Gonzalez’s senior picture, the image showing a youth smiling broadly and wearing a tuxedo.

Oxnard Police Department's Major Crimes Unit arrested and charged a 34-year-old Oxnard resident who was already incarcerated on Thursday in connection with a murder in July of this year. The post Oxnard Police arrest and charge man for July 12, 2023 murder appeared first on News Channel 3-12.

Port Hueneme is taking steps to slow down speeders. The City Council unanimously passed an ordinance in an initial vote last week to lower speed limits on 10 streets by 5 mph. In two separate but unanimous votes, the council also agreed to begin assessing possible locations for speed bumps and to purchase a motorcycle for the Port Hueneme Police Department.

An Oxnard man has recently plead guilty to reckless evading and insurance fraud in Ventura County, California. Diego Galvan (DOB 09/09/86), was charged with one count of reckless driving while evading a peace officer and one count of insurance fraud, both of which are felonies, according to a recent press release from the Ventura County District Attorney's Office.

The Ventura Pier, most of which remains closed to the public after January storms knocked out multiple support pilings, is anticipated to open early next year. Construction on the pier could start in late February or early March and it will take 30-45 days to complete repairs, said Bill Ayub, city manager, at a City Council meeting on Monday. The timeline pushes the opening to around April at the earliest.

Here's a roundup of recent incidents and announcements from Ventura County agencies:. California Highway Patrol officers closed down parts of northbound Highway 101 in Oxnard early Tuesday when they found a 57-year-old man unconscious in the driver’s seat of an SUV stopped in the median. The driver died within...

It seems appropriate during this Oktoberfest season that Ventura County’s largest festival venue has taken up the issue of hosting events that celebrate a different kind of intoxicant. The Ventura County Fair directors last week voted to adopt cannabis event guidelines that could pave the way for hosting trade...

When it comes to seeking top-notch medical care, knowing which hospitals excel in specific procedures and conditions can make all the difference. In this article, we delve into the best in Ventura, CA that have earned their rank for their outstanding performance and dedication to patient well-being. As you navigate through this guide, discover the healthcare providers that have set the standard in specific procedure or condition and empower yourself with the knowledge to make the best choices for your health.

Banana-flavored beer is on deck for the Port of Hueneme’s 10th annual Banana Festival on Saturday. The free, family friendly event begins at 10 a.m. with a parade on Market Street in Port Hueneme and ends at 5 p.m. After the parade, which will feature local bands and dance...

California officials confirmed the discovery of an insect carrying the bacteria linked to huanglongbing (HLB) in citrus in a residential tree in Santa Paula, Calif. This is the first confirmed discovery of an infected Asian citrus psyllid in Ventura County. “This really is a devastating find,” said Ben Faber, UC...

A high school teacher with the Moorpark Unified School District is under investigation after they were caught on camera making racist and anti-immigration comments at a Santa Clarita gas station.

Nature of Incident: Ventura County helicopter crew experiences laser strike. Unit(s) Responsible: Ventura County Sheriff’s Office / Ventura County Fire Department: (S)suspects, unknown Oxnard / Camarillo. Narrative: On the evening of 09-23-2023, Ventura County Copter 3 was conducting patrol operations when the crew chief and pilot experienced three separate...

Prosecutors have filed a lesser charge of involuntary manslaughter in what was previously a murder case where a woman is accused of fatally stabbing a man she was dating at his Thousand Oaks condominium in 2018. The change was prompted by a forensic psychologist's review, on behalf of prosecutors, who...

On the evening of September 23, 2023, Ventura County Copter 3 was conducting routine patrol operations when the crew faced three separate laser strike incidents, prompting concern and a call for public assistance to identify the perpetrators.

A hiker discovered skeletal remains in a Thousand Oaks park earlier this week, officials said Wednesday. The local resident was hiking in an open space between the 302-acre Arroyo Conejo Preserve and the 1900 block of Roadrunner Avenue when he discovered the remains in a ravine, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded […]

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around camarillo..

Authorities are investigating a bizarre death on Highway 101 in Ventura County which caused major traffic delays Tuesday. The CHP received a report of an SUV stopped on the northbound side of the highway near Rose Avenue in Oxnard just before 5 a.m. Tuesday morning. The vehicle was partially in the center divider, and partially blocking traffic.

I hope everyone gets out and votes in the 2024 election. Before you vote, stop listening to all of the sound bites from the candidates, and try doing some real research. Go outside your comfort zone and look up on unbiased websites to get your information. For those of you...

Ojai’s city council on Tuesday adopted an ordinance that codifies an elephant’s right to bodily liberty