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VC Star | Ventura County Star

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Ventura teachers, other workers set date for planned strike

Teachers and other school employees in Ventura will go on strike on Dec. 2 if they haven’t agreed on a new union contract by then. The union for teachers and the one for other employees held a news conference Nov. 12 outside of the Ventura Unified School District’s adult education center, where union members and leaders announced the upcoming strike date. Members of the two unions voted nearly unanimously last month to authorize a strike if they couldn't reach an agreement with the district on a new contract. With almost 14,000 students, Ventura Unified is the fourth largest school district in Ventura County. A strike would be the first in the district's history, and probably the first in the county's history, union officials said. "We are ready to fight for a fair and equitable contract," said Carol Peek, the president of the union for most non-teacher employees. "We are ready to strike for an agreement that we all deserve." The two sides are still trying to avert a strike. The bargaining teams met twice earlier in the week, days before the union's announcement of a strike date, and both union and district officials said they will continue meeting to try

Ventura, CA · 12h

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

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VC Star | Ventura County Star

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Ventura County cities debate license plate reader cameras

A growing number of residents across Ventura County are raising concerns about privacy, surveillance and data collection from the use of automated license plate reader cameras. The systems are used in nearly every city in the county, including areas patrolled by the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Ventura is among the latest cities debating the technology, which uses cameras mounted on poles and patrol vehicles to capture license plate information. The Ventura City Council plans to review options for the police department’s use of the cameras on 5 p.m. Nov. 12 at a special meeting , said Police Chief David Dickey. Council members could renew or terminate the existing contract, according to the staff report. Also known as Flock Safety cameras, these devices have drawn national attention following reports of unauthorized access to footage that led to arrests and investigations involving police and sheriff’s officers. Ventura resident and activist Michelle Rosenblum said she opposes the cameras and plans to tell the City Council to cancel the contract with Flock at the meeting. “It is a tremendous violation of our privacy,” she said. “To me, what’s the difference between having Flock cameras on every corner versus us all having to wear ankle

Ventura County, CA · 1d

Ventura County Reporter

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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 · 1d
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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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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

KEYT

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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 · 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

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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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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

VC Star | Ventura County Star

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Ventura Unified board puts plan to close schools on pause

Ventura Unified School District leaders have promised families that they will no longer close any of its 26 campuses next school year. During a Nov. 10 meeting, the five board of education members agreed to pause their plan to close schools , which was initiated roughly a year ago to avoid further layoffs amid declining enrollment and looming budget deficits. If the board does decide to close any campuses, they will not do so before the 2028-29 school year, trustees said. “We have put people through a rollercoaster of emotions and we have to own that, but I don’t think that moving forward just to not have people stay uncomfortable in the uncertainty is the right decision,” Trustee Sabrena Rodriguez said. The school closures advisory committee, made up of 23 parents, teachers, students and other volunteers, met eight times from March through October and ultimately submitted its list of recommendations to the board last month. The group did not recommend closing any of the district’s four middle schools or five high schools. Instead, the committee recommended Lemon Grove School as its top choice for closure, followed by Mound Elementary, Poinsettia Elementary, E.P. Foster Elementary, Sheridan Way Elementary and Junipero Serra

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VC Star | Ventura County Star

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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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‘Predatory’ Uber Driver ‘Exploited’ Intoxicated Female Passenger Who Fell Asleep During Ride

An Uber driver in California is facing seven years to life behind bars after admitting to assaulting a female passenger who fell asleep during one of his rides. On November 6, 2026, Simranjit Singh Sekhon of Bakersfield pleaded guilty to kidnapping to commit rape and admitted the aggravating factor of taking advantage of a position […]

Bakersfield, 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

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 · 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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Mission Produce Looks to Growth with Avocados Following Calavo Acquisition

Following Mission Produce’s announced of the acquisition of Calavo Growers last January, the company is building on its expanded access to fruit, distribution capabilities, and product portfolio. The Oxnard, CA based company now has greater access to fruit in Mexico and California and broader distribution capabilities. It has been...

Oxnard, CA · 1d

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Camarillo Girls Basketball team captain leads by example

From the very first time she stepped onto the hardwood as a third grader, Emerson Martin knew she had found her thing. Her journey from a soccer kid to a baller wasn’t always easy, though. Through years of hard work and a dedication to excellence, she excelled both on...

Camarillo, CA · 2d

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Veterans Honored at Oxnard Ceremony

OXNARD, Calif. (KEYT) People of all ages took part the Veterans Day Celebration in Oxnard. The Channel Islands High School Raiders Band performed in Plaza Park. Naval Sea Cadets Posted the Colors. Veterans groups placed wreaths by the Veterans Memorial. People from all branches were encouraged to wear their uniforms. Guest speakers talked about the The post Veterans Honored at Oxnard Ceremony appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Oxnard, CA · 1d