Simi Valley Acorn

06/18/2026

Simi Valley man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly attacking people inside a Target store, prompting an emergency evacuation, authorities said. The alleged crimes come just two days after he was let out of jail, records show.

A Simi Valley man was arrested June 17 after allegedly attacking multiple people inside a Target store, prompting an emergency evacuation and leaving several pe

06/15/2026

VC GREEK FESTIVAL — Friday, June 26, through Sunday, June 28: From delicious food and pastries to lively Greek music, dance performances and lessons, church tours, a vendor row and a kidz zone, there’s something for the whole family… OPA!

06/14/2026

Puppy kisses, square dancing and a whole lot of heart!
The Simi Valley Boots & Slippers Square Dance Club recently hosted its annual benefit dance for Guide Dogs of America, raising funds to help provide life-changing service dogs to those in need. Read how a night of dancing is making a lasting difference.

The happy wag of puppy tails filled the Simi Valley Senior Center on June 16 as dozens of dancers traded spins and dosi dos for a chance to help change lives.

06/14/2026

Concerns over School Resource Officer staffing in Simi Valley public schools are prompting a new joint effort among city, school district and police officials to review campus safety coverage and consider whether long-term funding changes are needed.

Concerns over School Resource Officer staffing in Simi Valley public schools are prompting a new joint effort among city, school district and police officials t

06/13/2026

Approximately 400 Royal High School seniors crossed the graduation stage June 4, celebrating a milestone marked by resilience, reflection and hope for the future.

Senior speaker Kai Robson reminded classmates that each graduate took a unique path to reach this moment, overcoming challenges along the way. The ceremony also honored classmate Noah Pineda, whose memory was felt throughout the evening as graduates paid tribute to their friend and teammate.

“Anything holding your heart down doesn’t have to define your future,” Robson told the Class of 2026.

Approximately 400 Royal High School graduates gathered on the football field June 4 for a commencement ceremony shaped by themes of memory, resilience and movin

06/13/2026

Simi Valley voters will decide this November whether to increase the city's hotel tax from 10% to 12%.
Approved by the council on June 8 to be placed on the ballot , the measure would apply to hotel stays and short-term rentals such as Airbnb properties. If approved, city officials estimate it would generate about $400,000 annually for city services.

Simi Valley voters will decide this November whether to raise the city’s hotel tax from the current 10% to a proposed 12% after the City Council unanimously v

06/11/2026

Jurors in the civil case of Iskander v. Grossman ordered punitive damages of $21 million against Rebecca Grossman and $1.17 million against Scott Erickson, further punishing the defendants for conduct that led to the deaths of two young Westlake Village brothers in a 2020 traffic collision.
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Jurors in the civil case of Iskander v. Grossman ordered punitive damages of $21 million against Rebecca Grossman and $1.17 million against Scott Erickson, further punishing the defendants for conduct that led to the deaths of two young Westlake Village brothers in a 2020 traffic collision.

https://www.theacorn.com/articles/jury-tags-grossman-erickson-with-additional-22-17m-in-punitive-damages/

06/11/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Apollo High School Class of 2026! 🎉

Apollo High School wrapped up graduation season for the Simi Valley Unified School District on Wednesday, June 10, as 36 seniors crossed the stage and celebrated a major milestone surrounded by family, friends and supporters.

The ceremony was filled with smiles, cheers and plenty of pride as graduates looked ahead to their next adventures. We wish all of Apollo's graduates the very best in the exciting journeys that await them! 🌟🎓

Look for coverage of all the high school graduations in the print edition of the Acorn this week and next.

Photos by Michele Willer-Allred/Acorn Newspaper

06/08/2026

June 12-14: Ventura Home, Food & Wine Expo features home improvement upgrades, landscaping and tiny homes. Plus, drink tastings, global travel discounts and more. Admission is free! Go to venturahomeshows.com.

06/08/2026

The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District has approved a construction contract for an $8 million indoor activity center that supporters say will transform local recreation opportunities for families and children.
The facility will feature amenities including indoor sports courts, a gymnastics area, ninja course, dance and fitness studios, VR rooms a three-story indoor playground and more, but concerns over costs led to a split vote among board members.
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The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District moved another step closer to building its long-discussed indoor activity center on May 27, approving an $8 million