At the California State Capitol, a significant political rift is emerging over retail theft laws, with accusations of dirty politics flying across party lines. The controversy centers around a proposed statewide ballot initiative aimed at toughening retail theft laws, which has now met with fierce opposition from Democratic lawmakers. Backers of the initiative, which seeks … Read more
Two separate reports issued by the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office on May 28 have cleared police officers involved in two fatal shootings in Simi Valley and Oxnard. These investigations into the incidents that occurred on April 28, 2022, and March 12, 2023, respectively, concluded that the officers’ actions were justified. The DA’s office routinely … Read more
In a significant move towards enhancing renewable energy capacity, the Clean Power Alliance (CPA) has approved new power purchase agreements (PPAs) aimed at expanding solar and battery storage infrastructure in California. The CPA’s board of directors recently sanctioned these agreements, signaling a robust commitment to sustainable energy solutions for the region. Partnering with BHE Renewables, … Read more
In a high-profile case that has captured national attention, college professor Loay Abdel Fattah Alnaji, 51, of Moorpark, has pleaded not guilty to all charges related to the death of a Jewish man during dueling protests over the Israel-Hamas war in Thousand Oaks last year. Alnaji, a computer science professor at Moorpark College, is accused … Read more
Serial Attacker Sentenced to 32 Years to Life in California A California man has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of a series of assaults on women and a teenager. Edgar Rodriguez Ruelas, 42, of Woodland Hills, was found guilty on May 2 of attacking five females between 2017 and 2020, the Ventura County … Read more
A recent report from the Ventura County Grand Jury has highlighted significant issues in the cities of Oxnard and Ventura regarding the processing and approval of development plans, particularly for housing projects. The Grand Jury’s findings emphasize the need for both cities to enhance their efficiency in handling permits, pointing to a variety of underlying … Read more
In a bizarre twist of agricultural crime, four residents of Los Angeles County have been arrested for allegedly stealing hundreds of pounds of avocados from a Southern California farm. The suspects, identified as David Melchor, 18; Jesus Pozos, 23; Valentin Pozos, 33; and Epifania Pozos, 37, are all residents of Norwalk. They were apprehended thanks … Read more
In recent local crime news, a suspect has been arrested in connection with a tragic shooting in Oxnard, a group has been caught red-handed stealing avocados, and authorities have identified the victim of a fatal car crash in Fillmore. Here’s a detailed look at these incidents and more. Man Arrested in Oxnard Teen’s Death Oxnard, … Read more
EdSource’s comprehensive report on policing in California schools reveals that nearly a third of police calls are for serious incidents, with over a third of these involving violence. The data, sourced from nearly 46,000 police calls covering 852 school sites, showcases the extensive presence of police in educational settings across the state. Incident Breakdown: About … Read more
Saving money is a crucial financial goal for many Americans, but depending on where you live, this goal can be more challenging to achieve. Recently, personal finance outlet FinanceBuzz conducted a comprehensive analysis of 125 U.S. cities with populations exceeding 200,000 to determine where it’s hardest to save money. This study considered several factors, including … Read more