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The California Arts Council has named downtown Oxnard a California Cultural District. The state-designated districts aim...
01/08/2026

The California Arts Council has named downtown Oxnard a California Cultural District. The state-designated districts aim to showcase cultural diversity and the unique artistic identities found in local communities.

Oxnard in Ventura County was named by the state.

The excavator operator suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment. The damaged rail will be close...
01/07/2026

The excavator operator suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment. The damaged rail will be closed to passenger and freight traffic for an undetermined period. Amtrak is using buses to connect passengers past the affected area.

The damaged rail will be closed to passenger and freight traffic for an undetermined period.

Southern California Gas officials refer to the offices as “underutilized,” as most people now prefer to conduct business...
01/07/2026

Southern California Gas officials refer to the offices as “underutilized,” as most people now prefer to conduct business online or over the phone. The company is planning to hold public hearings on the proposal.

Company officials say that with other options available, the centers are not as necessary as they were in the past.

Crews continue to stabilize hillsides. They’ve installed concrete barriers and may periodically close highway shoulders ...
01/06/2026

Crews continue to stabilize hillsides. They’ve installed concrete barriers and may periodically close highway shoulders as part of the ongoing repair project. Northbound travelers, in particular, may experience delays.

The Gaviota Coast was drenched with 5" of rain over the wekend, which caused flooding, mudslides, and rockslides on sections of Highway 101 west of Goleta.

The Raising Our Light memorial event is this Friday (1/9) at Montecito Union School and will mark a disaster that left 2...
01/06/2026

The Raising Our Light memorial event is this Friday (1/9) at Montecito Union School and will mark a disaster that left 23 dead and caused at least $177 million in damage.

The anniversary of a series of mudflows will be commemorated on Friday.

The company allegedly failed to allow tower site inspections and didn’t adequately train employees on how to respond to ...
01/05/2026

The company allegedly failed to allow tower site inspections and didn’t adequately train employees on how to respond to hazardous material accidents.

Prosecutors say Verizon Wireless failed to properly document hazardous materials at some of its tower sites.

Democratic Rep. Salud Carbajal of Santa Barbara called the Trump Administration's actions reckless and destabilizing. He...
01/05/2026

Democratic Rep. Salud Carbajal of Santa Barbara called the Trump Administration's actions reckless and destabilizing. He also believes that the military action undermines the United States' global standing.

Democratic Rep. Salud Carbajal of Santa Barbara believes the actions harm the U.S. standing in the global context.

The iconic performer designed and built a house in the small town north of Ventura with his first wife, Vivian, as a sec...
01/05/2026

The iconic performer designed and built a house in the small town north of Ventura with his first wife, Vivian, as a secluded retreat from fame. Lisa Kenton, who is the current owner of the property, has restored the property and gives private tours.

This story takes you inside the Cash house.

The former home of Johnny Cash could even become the West Coast’s answer to Elvis’s Graceland.

In late December, the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit announced that it would accept briefs related to the case. ...
01/05/2026

In late December, the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit announced that it would accept briefs related to the case. EDC officials say they expect a ruling on Tuesday, January 6.

In late December, a federal agency gave approval to Sable Offshore Corporation's controversial efforts to restart a pipeline that ruptured on the Gaviota Coast in 2015.

As we begin 2026, we are bringing you some of the most interesting stories which made news in the Tri-Counties during th...
01/02/2026

As we begin 2026, we are bringing you some of the most interesting stories which made news in the Tri-Counties during the past year.

A Hollywood star is putting their best hoof forward to help seniors in the tri-counties.

They’re a four-legged friend who can help provide emotional support and a sense of connection…no, not dogs but miniature horses!

As we begin 2026, we are bringing you some of the most interesting stories which made news in the Tri-Counties during th...
01/02/2026

As we begin 2026, we are bringing you some of the most interesting stories which made news in the Tri-Counties during the past year.

Last January’s Eaton and Palisades wildfire put an incredible strain on animal shelters throughout Southern California, including those on the South Coast. An incredible doggie airlift took dozens of dogs from overcrowded shelters and sent them to new homes in the Midwest.

38 dogs flown in chartered plane from Ventura County to Wisconsin.

As we begin 2026, we are bringing you some of the most interesting stories which made news in the Tri-Counties during th...
01/01/2026

As we begin 2026, we are bringing you some of the most interesting stories which made news in the Tri-Counties during the past year.

A group of volunteers are helping to protect the Channel Islands National Park by taking part in a clean-up of plastic and marine debris.

Channel Islands National Park is home to various marine animals and birds. The islands also collect trash that comes in from ocean currents.

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