Ventura Local News – Sunday, May 4th, 2025

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Sunday, May 4th, 2025

ACCIDENTS NEWS

➤ A fiery crash on southbound Highway 101 near Camarillo Springs Road slowed traffic over the Conejo Grade on May 3—CHP reported two vehicles were involved with one fully engulfed while firefighters requested two ambulances. Ventura County Star

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ On May 2, more than 50 students and parents protested outside Westlake High School, alleging a culture of harassment and misogyny. Ventura County Star

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ The ETA Aquarids meteor shower is set to peak between May 5 and May 6 as Earth passes through dust from Halley's Comet—spectators may see up to 50 meteors per hour if skies are clear. Forecasts for nearby Oxnard indicate mostly cloudy conditions, so local stargazers may need to travel for better views. Ventura County Star
➤ A recent investigation shows that Mexico’s two-container recycling system tested in areas like Puerto Vallarta and Cabo San Lucas simplifies sorting by combining organic and inorganic waste—yet officials found that problems with public education and participation remain. Ventura County recycling coordinators are now boosting outreach efforts to help residents correctly separate food scraps from trash. Ventura County Star

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