Chris Frost

Oxnard—At 4 p.m., Sun. Dec 29, 2024, an Oxnard Police Officer attempted to make a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 400 Block of Cuesta Del Mar Drive. ONE of the vehicle’s occupants suddenly fled and discarded a bag on top of a nearby apartment roof. Officers apprehended the passenger after a brief foot pursuit, and the discarded bag […]

Ventura—Things are looking great at Cassie’s Cats & Kittens, as the Lounge had 38 Cats going out to deserving families throughout the year and plans an even bigger 2025. UNDER Founder Jennifer Thompson’s watchful, caring eye, fueled by passion plus an amazing group of volunteers, the group cares for, socializes, tends to medical needs, and ensures each Kitty has a […]

Oxnard—After two closed sessions on Tuesday, Dec. 31, Council Member Aaron Starr recused himself from discussions and votes about the lawsuit, the City of Oxnard vs Moving Oxnard Forward, in which Starr is an officer. The unscheduled special meeting brought a large crowd to City Hall to make comments, and after another closed session, City Attorney Stephen Fischer said the […]

Ventura—During its Dec. 17 City Council Meeting, Deputy Mayor Dr. Jeanette Sanchez-Palacios was appointed Mayor of the City of Ventura. A lifelong Ventura resident, she earned a Doctorate in Higher Education from California Lutheran University, a Master’s degree in Public Administration from California State University, Northridge, and a Bachelor’s degree in Women’s Studies from the University of California, Los Angeles. […]

Oxnard—During its Tuesday, Jan. 7, meeting, the City Council will contemplate abandoning its current Committee System. NEWLY Elected Council Mem­ber Aaron Starr proposed eliminating the Committee structure During its Tuesday, Dec. 11, meeting. City Manager Alex Nguyen spearheaded the Committee system in Oct. 2018, initially, and it has been functional since 2019. “A long time ago, the City Council had […]

Oxnard—At approximately 1:34 a.m., Sunday, Jan 5, Oxnard Police Officers responded to Eight Street and Oxnard Blvd. to assist the Oxnard Fire Department with a vehicle fire. THE fire was later determined to be arson. Surveillance video captured a male subject at the scene of the arson. After further investigation, Oxnard Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit identified 30-year-old Oxnard resident […]

Ventura—The Board of Supervisors, during its Dec. 17 meeting, discussed developing the East County Family Justice Center. The goal is to bring services to Ventura County’s East Side and assist victims experiencing trauma and debilitating crimes in Moorpark, Oak Park, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, and surrounding communities to access services locally. District Attorney Erik Nasarenko led the conversation and said […]

Ventura—Things are shaping up for a great 2025 at Cassie’s Cats & Kittens, as Founder Jennifer Thompson believes that more Cats will find their furever home this year. THE Lounge had 38 Cats going out to deserving families in 2024, which was down slightly. “We’re looking to redo our lobby with a secure wall and door system,” she said. “We’ve […]

Oxnard—On a 6-1 split vote, the City Council voted to keep its committee system. Council Member Aaron Starr, who brought the item forward, voted no. The City Council had been a five-member body; all five members and the Mayor were elected at large. Six years ago, the City Council transitioned from its five-member at-large system to seven members with six […]

Channel Islands Harbor—Wheels & Waves made its excellent return to Channel Islands Harbor, Sun. Jan. 5, as hot rodders and their incredible rides rolled into Channel Islands Museum’s parking lot, which meant loads of fun and plenty of camaraderie. THE parking lot was loaded with the classics, as the morning featured sunshine, eggs, aromatic bacon, some great lucrative career advice, […]