Good morning, Ventura.

An $80 million investment will upgrade Port of Hueneme by dredging the harbor, rebuilding wharfs, transitioning to cleaner equipment, and creating jobs, with part of the funds relocating a commercial squid fishing operation to Ventura and supporting workforce programs as projects roll out over coming years.

Scientists warn that warming Pacific waters+ a developing El Nino could strain local marine food webs and reduce species that support seabirds, salmon and other marine life.

Forecasts say these warm waters may persist through spring and intensify by fall, prompting close monitoring of shifting ocean conditions.

The Milky Way will be bright enough to see during the Fourth of July weekend, with the best view expected on July 14.

Ventura stargazers can visit dark locations (such as local open fields) away from city lights to enjoy the display.

As of June 30 the CDC reported 48 West Nile virus cases nationally with nearly 80% severe, prompting health experts to urge Ventura residents to adopt mosquito bite prevention measures to lower the risk of serious illness.

Officials warn the early season could signal a severe year for the virus.