Good morning, Ventura.

SpaceX is set to launch its Falcon 9 rocket today from Vandenberg Space Force Base on a classified mission — contracted by the U.S. Space Force — with a live stream beginning shortly before liftoff.

Nearby Ventura residents may also hear sonic booms as the booster separates.

The Santa Ana winds are expected today through Friday across Ventura County, prompting a red flag warning and potential power shutoffs by Southern California Edison to prevent sparks.

Fire crews are on standby while park closures in the Santa Monica Mountains help reduce wildfire risks.

Today at 10:15 a.m., Ventura residents are invited to join the Great California ShakeOut drill to practice drop, cover, and hold on and learn how to secure emergency supplies (the event promotes using the MyShake app for quake alerts).

SpaceX will launch its Falcon 9 rocket today from Space Launch Complex 4-East (a site at Vandenberg) for a classified US Space Force mission.

Ventura residents can watch the event from local spots such as Ventura Pier.

Residents in La Conchita are preparing for a strong El Niño season by reviewing evacuation plans + signing up for VC Alerts as county officials remind them of past landslides and urge them to leave if conditions become unsafe.

Garmin is expanding its Marathon Series to Ventura, adding the city as the fourth stop.

The two-day event is set for Aug. 27, 2027, with races including a full marathon and 5K starting and finishing downtown & offering views of the Santa Ynez Mountains and Pacific Ocean.