Tom Kisken is a Health and General Assignment Reporter at Ventura County Star. He covers a diverse range of topics, from medical errors in hospitals to regional events, including his annual adventures at the Ventura County Fair. Tom's work has been featured in notable outlets such as Yahoo News, USA TODAY, and AOL, Inc.
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Tom Kisken focuses on local news within the United States, particularly in California's Ventura County. His coverage encompasses a wide range of topics including healthcare, government & politics, and culture & society.
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By: Tom Kisken
Containment of the Sandy Fire stood at 61%. Simi Valley schools are expected to reopen Tuesday.
The Ventura County Fair's long-standing Dia de la Familia event will feature three bands.
EMD music is back at the Ventura County. DJ Marshmello performs July 30.
By: Tom Kisken
Santa Clara Valley residents fear the planned closure of hilltop Santa Paula Hospital in 2030 will make it harder to get care when they need it.
Photo gallery: Check out the owl family that claimed Ventura's Cemetery Park as its home.
Owls nested in a magnolia tree in a high-traffic Ventura park used by dog owners. Here's what happened.
By: Tom Kisken
A change has emerged regarding the successor to Father Tom Elewaut as pastor of Mission Basilica San Buenaventura.
Photo gallery: About 120 students graduated from Nordhoff High School on June 11.
A Canadian citizen who lives in the Ojai area was released by court order from detention after eight months at Adelanto.
By: Tom Kisken
News By Tom Kisken, Ventura County Star USA Today Network via Reuters Connect Updated June 24, 2026 5:41 AM
