Playoff football, from high school to the NFL, is all about tough defense and running the ball effectively. Thousand Oaks ...

An unexpected problem arose on California’s way to a better recycling future. Buyback centers disappeared. Those who recycle only through their curbside programs may not have noticed, but many people ...

Politicians who genuinely care about families will find a way to get them out of their automobiles. Seat-belt laws and car-seat regulations have reduced the number of young children who are killed ...

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE—Above, people enjoy early holiday shopping during the 39th annual Christmas Boutique at Holy Cross Church in Moorpark on Nov. 9. At left, Dan Gallo, a Moorpark resident, ...

The bright lights and family fun adventure of the Holiday Road returns this year with opening night at 5 p.m. Fri., Nov. 29 and runs various nights through Sat., Dec. 28 at King Gillette Ranch, 26800 ...

When Erin Cooper was diagnosed with breast cancer, she was presented with sobering survival-rate statistics. What she really needed, she said, were stories of strength. Now, instead of just sharing ...

FRIGHTFUL FUN—Above, members of Moorpark Volunteers in Policing and the Sheriff’s Mounted Volunteer help with security at the annual Haunted High Street in Moorpark on Oct. 31. Top right, Marco Reyes, ...

As the first phase of hazardous debris removal begins at homes in the Mountain fire burn area, Southern California Edison is batting down rumors that its equipment may be responsible for the blaze.

California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control invites the public to participate in its “Soil Smarts” workshop on Tues., Dec. 10 that will focus on the next steps in the cleanup process at the ...

In the race to represent Area 4 on the Ventura County Community College board, updated results posted Tuesday showed that only 21 votes separated the two leading candidates, with incumbent Bernardo ...