Ventura Local News – Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

Daily Ventura

Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

Good morning, Ventura. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Online retail giant Amazon announced yesterday it will stop selling e-bikes that exceed state speed limits+ its policy requires third-party sellers to comply with California law. The decision comes as e-bike injuries have surged, prompting stricter enforcement. Ventura County Star

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ A gray whale washed up dead on Silver Strand Beach and was towed offshore Monday afternoon for natural decomposition. Officials from Channel Islands Harbor Patrol and CICRU conducted a brief exam (finding no injuries) as migrating whales continue to pass along the coast. Ventura County Star
➤ Ocean temperatures off our coast are reported to be 4-8° above normal, which is stressing seabirds and marine mammals that struggle for food. Experts say the heat wave will continue through summer (with possible El Niño intensifying warm conditions), affecting local fisheries and coastal recreation. Ventura County Star

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VENTURA REAL ESTATE

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