Ventura Local News – Monday, December 29th, 2025

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Monday, December 29th, 2025

Good morning, Ventura. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ A heavy December storm damaged the historic Mission Basilica San Buenaventura built in 1782 as caution tape blocks its steps; repairs could cost $400,000 for the bell tower and over $1 million for the property (Father Tom Elewaut) while more rain is expected. KEYT

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Star photographer Juan Carlo curates his top photos of 2025 that capture local sports victories, civic milestones, and cultural events in the area and beyond. The collection highlights moments from high school championships to community celebrations (showing life across Ventura County). Ventura County Star

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Ventura County is expecting gusty Santa Ana winds through Dec. 30, with gusts up to 60 mph in Simi Valley and (1 to 2 inches) of light rain on New Year's Eve in coastal and valley areas; earlier heavy rainfall raised landslide concerns but conditions later improved. Ventura County Star
➤ A storm during Christmas week dropped over 10 inches of rain on Ventura County, raising creek levels and causing localized flooding in low areas. Ventura County Star

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Santa Barbara beat Dougherty Valley 75 to 64 and San Marcos beat Davis Sr. 54 to 50 in Day 2 of the SB Holiday Classic, and today Ventura will face Granada Hills at 1:30 p.m. at Dos Pueblos High School—other games continue in the tournament. KEYT
➤ Local boys water polo players earned All-CIF Division 1 honors after leading their teams to top finishes. Dos Pueblos juniors Grant Nelson and Lucas Neushul, San Marcos senior Will Stuart, and Buena High senior Jack Pointer received the honors, with Stuart signing with Pepperdine and Pointer joining the Naval Academy. KEYT

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