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Worker Bill Could Hit Au Pair Trade
Au pair services are warning their customers that the Senate immigration bill could jack up the price of bringing temporary child-care workers into the country.
2 arrested in Camarillo break-ins
Two men arrested in connection with a string of burglaries, including two in Camarillo and others in Los Angeles and Orange counties.
West county pet of the week: Wrinkles
Wrinkles is a charmer and loves to jump up into anyone's arms for a hug..
Ventura County pet of the week: Scotty
Scotty is a young, playful, neutered rabbit who is full of energy.
Thousand Oaks war veteran to be honored at Dodgers game
Nick Damingo, 92, a staff sergant in World War II and the Korean War, will be Veteran of the Game in a battle between Dodgers and Cardinals.
State senate calls for Highway 101 to be part of National Purple Heart Trail
The state Senate on Friday passed a resolution that would add Highway 101 in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties to the National Purple Heart Trail.
Newbury Park post office to relocate June 22 [Map]
Nearly a year after the U.S. Postal Service announced possible relocation plans, the Newbury Park post office is on the move.
Detroit Museum Says No to Sales
Detroit museum officials said they strongly opposed any forced art sales, after the powerful emergency manager of the city indicated that its crown jewels could be sold to pay off creditors in the event of a bankruptcy filing.
Oxnard-area middle school hosts fitness nights for families
For the last time in the school year, parents and students joined together in exercise Tuesday at the Rio Del Valle Middle School gymnasium as part of a grant-funded program that encourages physical fitness.
U.S. Firm's Gear Seen Aiding Syria
Syria's telecommunications providers continue to use technology by Blue Coat Systems to monitor Internet usage, according to Telecomix, a hacker-activist group that has tracked the previous use of the technology.
In moments of utter tragedy, wisdom and joy can emerge
There had been a devastating tornado in Oklahoma, and my thoughts turned to those I know who live there and serve churches there. This is how we live now. We are immediately connected to the latest tragedy.
Older, Yes, but Sharp as a Tack
A group of 42 people over the age of 80 have been identified by Northwestern University researchers as having excellent cognitive function and memory capability typical of those decades younger.
Insects on the Menu
Insects are potentially a vast source of affordable, sustainable protein for the world's growing population—but will Americans really take to grasshopper?
Durable Orders Bounce Back, but Shipments Decline
Orders for long-lasting goods rose in April, largely fueled by aircraft purchases, but other signals suggested the nation's manufacturing sector remains sluggish.
Defense lawyer testifies he doubted Thousand Oaks doctor's explanations
The former lawyer for a Thousand Oaks physician convicted of sexually assaulting a patient testified Friday he doubted some of the doctor's accounts as they prepared for trial.
Experts offer safety tips at start of boating season
As boating season gets under way this weekend, local officials are offering safety tips they hope will contribute to a continuing decline in boating-related deaths and accidents.
Memorial Day traffic starts early in Ventura County [VIDEO]
Memorial Day traffic has started early in Ventura County with slowdowns in Camarillo and Thousand Oaks.
USEC to End Uranium Enrichment at Kentucky Plant
USEC said it was unable to reach a deal for the short-term extension of uranium enrichment at a plant in Paducah, Ky., and will begin ceasing uranium enrichment at the end of May.
