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Ventura County family convicted in massage parlor scheme

Four family members received state prison sentences for running an illicit massage and commercial sex ring in Ventura County and laundering more than $1.25 million.

Ventura County, CA · 1d
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These are the 15 death row inmates convicted in Ventura County

Gov. Gavin Newsom said he will commute every California death sentence to one of life in prison without parole, calling it the most severe punishment he could lawfully impose and the state could ethically enforce. The governor, who previously issued a moratorium on executions, announced the decision on Nov. 5 – one officials said will mean the 548 inmates with a death sentence would remain in prison and not be eligible for release. "These offenders will die in prison but not by our hand," he said, in an open letter to Californians. Here are the 14 men and one woman convicted in Ventura County on death row: Jeffrey Aguilar: Convicted in 2013 for the Aug. 16, 2008, fatal shooting of Gurmohinder Singh as the 55-year-old businessman left a US Bank branch in Oxnard with $100,000. Tracy Dearl Cain: Convicted in 1988 of beating William Galloway, 63, of Oxnard, to death with a rocking chair and Galloway’s wife, Modena, 55, with his bare fists in 1986. Cora Caro: Killed her three Santa Rosa Valley sons in 1999. She was convicted in 2001. Douglas Dworak: Convicted in 2005 of murdering and raping Crystal Hamilton, 18, of Oxnard. Hamilton’s naked body was found

Ventura County, CA · 1d

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Ventura County strawberry grower closing 6 farms, laying off hundreds of farmworkers

When SoCal Berry Growers submitted the required paperwork to shut down several of their fields in Oxnard and the surrounding areas of Ventura County, it sent shock waves throughout the industry.

Ventura County, CA · 23h

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Major Berry Producer Shuts Down Operations in Ventura County

VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) – A major agriculture employer, with locations throughout Ventura County, is closing down operations. SoCal Berry Growers, an exclusive berry supplier for the Driscoll's brand, made the sudden announcement days ago that they would be shutting down operations at six locations – four in Ventura and two in Oxnard. Industry experts cite The post Major Berry Producer Shuts Down Operations in Ventura County appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Ventura County, CA · 15h

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Oxnard Child-Molestation Conviction in Context of Other Ventura County Cases

Oxnard Police Department — Department Contacted by Victim’s Mother. Pedro Ocampo Alvarez, 58, of Oxnard, was convicted Nov. 4 on 11 felony counts involving a 10-year-old girl, KTLA reported. The outlet said the girl lived in the main house on a property where Alvarez occupied a converted shed, and that neighbors alerted her mother after reporting they had seen him touch the child.

Oxnard, CA · 21h

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Oxnard Chick-fil-A on N. Rose Ave. to Close, Cutting 87 Jobs by Dec. 31

The Chick-fil-A at 2040 N. Rose Ave. in Oxnard is closing for good on Dec. 31, with a state filing listing 87 employees as affected by the shutdown. Worthy Integrated Holdings LLC, which operates the restaurant, filed the notice on Monday, giving workers and the city an unusually specific timeline for the closure.

Oxnard, CA · 2d

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Fillmore, Here’s an Update on our Street Improvements

You may notice streets at different stages of construction. Three separate projects are helping repair pavement, improve accessibility and replace a waterline:. This project includes paving, concrete repairs, curb ramps, accessible parking behind City Hall and resurfacing the Shiells Park parking lot. Most concrete repairs are complete. Remaining work includes pavement markings, signs and other finishing touches.

Fillmore, CA · 2d

The Garden Magazine

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28 Years Later, Accomplice in 1998 Ventura Kidnapping-Murder of Restaurant Owner Receives 25-to-Life Term

Ventura County – Nearly three decades after a botched kidnapping ended in the fatal shooting of a local restaurant owner, one of the last participants in the scheme has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. The case, which began with a debt-related plot in 1998, reached its conclusion this week when Manuel...

Ventura County, CA · 1d

CBS LA

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Red flag warning issued in Los Angeles and Ventura counties

The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties on Saturday.

Los Angeles County, CA · 15h

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Santa Ana winds trigger extreme fire warnings, LA power shutoffs

Santa Ana winds are sweeping across Southern California this weekend, and Southern California Edison is considering shutting off power to nearly 5,000 customers to keep its lines from sparking a wildfire. As of Friday morning, the utility listed 4,639 customers in Los Angeles County and 297 in Ventura County for possible shutoffs.

Los Angeles County, CA · 1h

KTLA

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California drivers are getting some rare good news

Here’s a rare piece of good news for drivers: gas prices have fallen to their lowest level in about a month. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is $5.80 in California, down 57 cents from a month ago. In Los Angeles County, the current average is $5.87 a gallon; […]

Los Angeles County, CA · 17h

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Hidden Down A Ventura Alley, Andria’s Seafood Has Fried Fresh Catch For Harbor Families Since 1984

Some places do not need a fancy sign to stay busy. Along the Ventura Harbor, one small fish shack and market has kept lines forming for decades, feeding local families, road trippers, and folks heading down to Los Angeles. The menu is simple, the chairs are plastic, and the seafood...

Ventura, CA · 2d

SFGate

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Cheeky California coyote makes world history at giant new wildlife crossing

The animal's antics were captured on a trail cam.

Agoura Hills, CA · 2d

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Survivors of a 2018 Thousand Oaks bar shooting are taking dance steps to heal their trauma

When a gunman opened fire at the Borderline Bar and Grill in Thousand Oaks on November 7, 2018, the community was thrown into shock. Twelve people died in the attack on the Borderline Bar and Grill 8 years ago, as well as the gunman. The Borderline never reopened, but a...

Thousand Oaks, CA · 1d

CBS LA

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Murrieta man arrested in alleged fuel theft, distribution scheme

Tigran Gabrielian's work utility vehicle was examined, and additional fuel tanks and large fuel bladders were discovered concealed inside the truck. The vehicle was also equipped with a pump system, including a handle and meter.

Ventura County, CA · 1d

Ventura County Reporter

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News In Brief: Week of Nov. 5, 2026

Port Hueneme man sentenced for murdering bicyclist. A Port Hueneme man who ran over and killed a young bicyclist was sentenced to 27 years to life in state prison on Oct. 27. Investigators said Samuel Rocha, 33, used his Lexus as a deadly weapon to target seven bike riders near the intersection of Pleasant Valley and Ventura roads in April 2021, killing 16-year-old Pedro Valdez.

Port Hueneme, CA · 2d

VC Star | Ventura County Star

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Jostradamus gives healthy outlook for first round of playoffs

The Ventura High football team has the rare opportunity to defend its CIF-Southern Section Division 6 title. And the Cougars may just be getting healthy at the right time of the season. The defending CIF-State Division 3AA regional champion has essentially not been whole the entire season. It lost sophomore running back James Watson in Week 1. Junior Tristan Savage was on pace to lead the Southern Section with 30 touchdowns when he suffered a hamstring injury in Week 7. But both stars could be aligned for the Division 6 first-round game against visiting Baldwin Park at Larrabee Stadium on Friday, Nov. 6. “We’re not 100%,” said Ventura head coach Tim Garcia, “but we are definitely healthier than we’ve been in weeks.” Other key offensive weapons, senior receivers Walker Bullard and Brody Torres, returned from injury in Week 9. Torres had four receptions for 81 yards and two touchdowns in a 35-16 win over Rio Mesa last Friday. “They can get back in the mix quickly because of how seasoned they are,” Garcia said of Bullard and Torres. Watson, who had 1,004 yards and seven TDs in the playoffs as a sophomore last year, has seen limited action in each

Ventura, CA · 1d

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Thousand Oaks Holiday Market Doubles to Two Days With 60 Artisan Shops

Thousand Oaks shoppers will get twice the time to browse this year as Holidays in the Village expands from a single Saturday into a full weekend, running Dec. 5 and 6 at The Oaks shopping center. The free event, now in its fifth year, will feature 60 artisan shops, European-style food and drink, and a new Christmas tree grove benefiting local charities.

Thousand Oaks, CA · 1d

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Channel Islands Harbor Braces for Higher Tides After Seawater Floods Victoria Avenue

Seawater backed up through storm drains and pooled on both sides of Victoria Avenue near Hobie Beach in late October, after tides at Channel Islands Harbor climbed past 8 feet for the first time this season. Harbor officials are now moving sand and rock into low-lying areas, buying sandbags, and working with the city of Oxnard on a possible fix for the drainage system, all while bracing for tides that could climb even higher before winter is out.

Ventura County, CA · 1d

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Oxnard Man, 20, Caught Ditching Gun After Spotting Patrol Officers

Oxnard police arrested a 20-year-old local man early Saturday after officers on patrol spotted him acting suspiciously near a parked vehicle, then watched him discard a firearm and attempt to walk away from the scene near Deodar Avenue and Oxnard Boulevard. According to the edhat, uniformed patrol officers intercepted the...

Oxnard, CA · 2d