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Ventura County Star, Camarillo

T.O. inspector, man charged for allegedly soliciting bribe for permit

T.O. inspector, man charged for allegedly soliciting bribe for permit

A city of Thousand Oaks building inspector and a man he allegedly colluded with were charged for soliciting a bribe from a contractor.

Ventura County Star, Camarillo

Issues with referendum, camera abuse, kudos to Dr. Yu | Letters

Issues with referendum, camera abuse, kudos to Dr. Yu | Letters

Letters include concerns over referendum on the Downtown Civic Arts Plaza redevelopment, how police can use camera systems for wrong reasons, and a well-deserved retirement for Dr. George Yu.

Ventura County Star, Camarillo

Bringing a bag to 2026 Ventura County Fair? It will need to be clear

Bringing a bag to 2026 Ventura County Fair? It will need to be clear

A new clear bag policy means many purses and backpacks won't be allowed into the Ventura County Fair.

Israel Police Search for Mother Suspected of Abducting Two Children from Canada

Israel Police Search for Mother Suspected of Abducting Two Children from Canada

The Israel Police are actively searching for a 20-year-old woman, Aliya Joy Hirschberg, who is suspected of abducting her two young children and bringing them to Israel from Canada. The investigation was initiated by the Jerusalem District's Lev Habira police station following a complaint. Hirschberg allegedly took her children, aged three and one, to Israel after a dispute with her husband in Canada. Since their arrival in Israel in August 2025, their whereabouts have remained unknown. The police have issued an exit ban on Hirschberg to prevent her from leaving the country and are appealing to the public for any information regarding their location.

Palm Beach Post

Riviera officer charged with DUI, told officers 'we are on the same team'

Riviera officer charged with DUI, told officers 'we are on the same team'

PBSO arrested a Riviera Beach police officer for drunk driving in Loxahatchee. While being handcuffed, he told them 'we are on the same team.'

Michigan Attorney General Investigates Swatting Incident Involving Buttigieg

Michigan Attorney General Investigates Swatting Incident Involving Buttigieg

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has launched an investigation into a swatting incident involving former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. The incident occurred when authorities were falsely alerted to Buttigieg's home, leading to a temporary separation from his two children. The false report claimed Buttigieg had committed violent crimes, prompting an investigation that was later confirmed to be baseless. The attorney general's office is treating this as a potential felony, emphasizing the seriousness of such malicious acts and the risk of copycat incidents targeting public figures.

Federal Officials Investigate Sea Lion Kicking Incident at La Jolla Cove

Federal Officials Investigate Sea Lion Kicking Incident at La Jolla Cove

Federal officials are investigating a video that appears to show a person kicking a sea lion at La Jolla Cove in San Diego. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of Law Enforcement is leading the investigation. The video, which surfaced on social media, shows an individual repeatedly kicking the sea lion while another person can be heard laughing. The sea lion is protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, which mandates that people maintain a distance of at least 50 feet from such animals. San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria condemned the act as animal cruelty and has instructed local law enforcement to review the footage.

Suspect Arrested for Alleged Theft of Construction Equipment in San Diego

Suspect Arrested for Alleged Theft of Construction Equipment in San Diego

A suspect has been arrested in San Diego's North Park neighborhood for allegedly stealing construction equipment. The incident, which occurred early Sunday morning on University Avenue, was captured on social media, showing the suspect driving the stolen equipment. The San Diego Police Department is investigating the case, and the extent of the damage caused by the incident is currently unknown.

Newport Beach Police Department Increases Patrols to Prevent End-of-Summer Party Disruptions

Newport Beach Police Department Increases Patrols to Prevent End-of-Summer Party Disruptions

The Newport Beach Police Department has announced an increase in patrols to manage and prevent disruptions from an anticipated end-of-summer beach party. This decision follows a previous incident on July 4th, where a similar gathering resulted in hundreds of arrests. The department is taking proactive measures to ensure public safety and maintain order during the event. Organizers and attendees have been warned about the potential consequences of unlawful behavior. The police aim to prevent a repeat of the July 4th scenario by closely monitoring the event and enforcing local laws.

Ventura County Star, Camarillo

Ex-caretaker pleads guilty to theft from elderly Oxnard man who died

Ex-caretaker pleads guilty to theft from elderly Oxnard man who died

A woman pleaded guilty to stealing from an Oxnard man she cared for before he died.

Ventura County Star, Camarillo

Here's when every Ventura County district, college returns to school

Here's when every Ventura County district, college returns to school

All Ventura County's schools will open their doors for the 2026-27 school year in August. Here's a list of each district's and college's start date.

Ventura County Star, Camarillo

L.A. man accused of scamming woman in Oxnard out of nearly $20k

L.A. man accused of scamming woman in Oxnard out of nearly $20k

An L.A. man pleaded not guilty after allegedly posing as a bank fraud investigator to scam an woman in Oxnard out of roughly $20,000.