Brush fire sparks near homes near Chatsworth

Crews Friday were battling an uphill brush fire in Box Canyon between Simi Valley and Chatsworth.

Three Simi Valley teens help local businesses during COVID-19 crisis

At a time when things are really challenging for local businesses, a trio of Simi Valley teens have decided to try and make a difference.

Medical examiner declares Naya Rivera died of drowning, manner of death was accidental

The medical examiner's office confirmed Tuesday that Naya Rivera's body was found in Lake Piru Monday and her cause of death was drowning, adding that the manner of death was accidental.

Search and recovery efforts continue for 'Glee' actress Naya Rivera at Lake Piru

Search and recovery efforts for missing mother and actress Naya Rivera continued Friday at Lake Piru with the help of rescue teams and innovative technology, Ventura County officials said.

Naya Rivera presumed drowned after 4-year-old son found on boat in Lake Piru
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The Ventura County Sheriff's Department said Thursday the search for mother, actress, singer, and author Naya Rivera is now a recovery mission and that she is presumed dead.

Ventura County Medical Center activates emergency coronavirus surge plan due to spike in cases

Ventura County Medical Center has activated its emergency surge plan after its CEO reported the facility has run out of ICU beds for patients who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Ventura County beaches closed to prevent crowding during Fourth of July weekend

Officials announced Ventura County beaches will be closed over the Fourth of July holiday weekend to “prevent crowding that results in the spread of COVID-19.”

Red Flag conditions return to Southland: High winds, low humidity

A red flag warning signifying a high risk of wildfire will be in effect in the Southland through Monday night because of gusty winds and very low humidity in much of Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.

Heat wave to strike Southern California next week

Temperatures will climb into the 90s next week in some valley areas of L.A. County and a few Orange County cities, creating heat wave conditions, National Weather Service forecasters said.

California approves Ventura County for accelerated reopening

Ventura County on Wednesday became the first Southern California county to receive approval from the California Department of Public Health to move forward on an accelerated path to reopening.

Sports Academy retires 'Mamba' from its name 'out of respect' for Kobe Bryant's legacy

The Mamba Sports Academy which was created in partnership with Los Angeles Lakers legend, Kobe Bryant, has retired "Mamba" from its name and will resume as Sports Academy, it was announced Tuesday.

Ventura County officials: 'We are not out of the woods, but want to gradually get on the road to recovery'

Golf courses are opened again in Ventura County, where even as stay well at home orders have been extended till at least May 15th, some restrictions have been eased by health officials, as long as people keep maintaining social distancing guidelines.

Sheriff's deputy arrested for destroying evidence, filing false report

A Ventura County Sheriff's deputy was arrested Friday afternoon for destroying evidence and filing a false report, the Sheriff's Office said.

Better Together: Food Share Ventura County

This week, we're excited to bring you a special series where we have one goal in mind; in times of crisis and challenges, we come together, and we're better off for it. We are better together, and together we are going to get through this pandemic.