Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Ventura. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ James Storehouse, a local nonprofit, is hosting a Thanksgiving basket drive to help foster youth by collecting nonperishable items like a turkey roasting pan and canned sides—drive will continue through November 14 and volunteers may help assemble the baskets. The program aims to show these children that they are cared for during a time of change. KEYT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chipotle Mexican Grill paid $246,000 to settle alleged violations of the state gift card redemption law, as announced by the Ventura County District Attorney's Office on Thursday. The settlement requires the chain to launch a refund website and update its gift cards with clear instructions for returning balances under $10 — ensuring consumers receive the funds owed them. KEYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cal Lutheran University inaugurated Dr. John Nunes as its ninth president on Oct. 17 after he served as interim since June 2024, a decision made as the school faced enrollment and revenue declines. At his ceremony, Nunes said he was 'all in' to serve — emphasizing his commitment to the school’s mission and community. Thousand Oaks Acorn
- ➤ CVUSD expanded Title IX reporting and training after a protest in May and concerns raised by students and parents. The district updated class posters and high school ID cards with a QR code linking to WeTip, and staff received trauma informed training — steps that followed a board resolution adopted on June 4 — to help protect students. Thousand Oaks Acorn
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is a game of leverage. The more leverage you create, the more luck you have.
~ Naval Ravikant
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