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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Good morning, Ventura. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX may launch its Falcon 9 rocket today from Vandenberg Space Force Base to send Starlink satellites into orbit if weather conditions allow. Local viewers in Ventura can watch from nearby sites (such as spots along the coast), though the mission is subject to delays due to technical or weather issues. Ventura County Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 10, federal officers raided cannabis farms owned by Glasshouse Brands Inc. in Carpinteria and Camarillo, arresting 361 undocumented individuals, rescuing 14 migrant children, and causing a worker's death when a person fired a gun at officers—sparking protests and the cancellation of local events—amid heated debate over immigration enforcement. KEYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Young Artists Ensemble will present ‘Shrek, the Musical’ starting July 25 at Newbury Park High School Performing Arts Center at 456 N Reino Road—featuring teens age 13 to 19 in shows at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays, with extra performances on July 30 and 31 under the direction and choreography of Mayme Paul. Moorpark Acorn
- ➤ Since its debut on July 11, 5-Star Theatricals’ production of 'Frozen' has drawn a warm local crowd at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center—audiences cheered during the 'Let It Go' scene and praised Monika Peña and Ellie Smith despite a slower second act. The show will run until July 20. Moorpark Acorn
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Attorney Justin Effres advises Ventura drivers to review their car insurance policies and carry the highest Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist limits to protect against accidents when the other driver has little or no coverage. He explains that this coverage helps pay for medical bills and lost income, providing a vital safety net for families in serious crashes. Moorpark Acorn
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congress passed a spending cuts bill on Friday that rescinded nearly $1.1 billion in federal funds for public broadcasting, cutting Ventura's KCLU support by $300,000—public stations may face reduced programming this fall. Mary Olson joined News Channel on Friday at 5 p.m. to discuss the changes—local stations are planning cost-cutting measures. KEYT
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.
~ Carl Jung
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