VENTURA COUNTY CALIFORNIA

Nov 23 2025CRIME

Uncovering the Mysterious Death of Celeste Rivas

The discovery of Celeste Rivas' body has left investigators with more questions than answers. The body was found in a shocking state, making it difficult to determine the cause of death. Sources close to the investigation reveal that the body was frozen, decapitated, and dismembered, with limbs cut into multiple pieces. All parts were partially frozen and had been th...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Texas's Redistricting Map: A Supreme Court Interruption

The Supreme Court recently stepped in, halting a lower court's decision that suggested Texas's new congressional map might be racially biased. This temporary block, signed by Justice Samuel Alito, will stay in effect for a few days while the court decides if the Republican-friendly map can be used in the upcoming midterm elections. The conservative-leaning Supreme C...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Keeping Local Leaders Safe: A Growing Concern in the Bay Area

The Bay Area is seeing a rise in threats against local leaders. In October, someone was charged with sending hate-filled emails to Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee. The emails included violent language and racial slurs. They even threatened to harm police officers and other officials. This isn't an isolated incident. California Governor Gavin Newsom recently passed a law t...

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Nov 23 2025CRIME

The Text That Stole a Fortune: A Cautionary Tale

In Clinton County, Iowa, a man named Boston found himself in a nightmare after a simple text message. It all started with a message that seemed harmless: "Hello Mark, I've been expecting your call. " Boston, thinking it was a wrong number, replied politely. Little did he know, this was the beginning of a sophisticated scam. The sender, who called herself Julie, quic...

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Nov 23 2025HEALTH

A Rare Bird Flu Case Leaves One Dead in Washington

In a surprising turn of events, a person from Washington State has passed away after contracting the H5N5 bird flu, marking the first known human case of this particular strain worldwide. This individual, from Grays Harbor County, was an older adult with existing health issues and kept a small flock of various domestic birds at home. Health officials discovered trac...

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Nov 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meta's Secret Study: What Happened When Users Took a Break from Facebook and Instagram?

Meta Platforms, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been accused of hiding research that showed its products negatively impact users' mental health. In a legal battle, school districts in the U. S. claim Meta shut down a study called "Project Mercury" after it found that taking a break from these platforms reduced feelings of depression, anxiety, lonelines...

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Nov 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Social Media Giants: What They Know and What They Hide

Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been accused of hiding research that shows their platforms can harm mental health. This came to light in court documents from a lawsuit filed by U. S. school districts against Meta and other social media companies. In 2020, Meta conducted a study called "Project Mercury. " They worked with a survey company to see ...

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Lexington's Beef Plant Closure: A Big Deal for Local Farmers and Workers

The news that Tyson Foods is shutting down its beef plant in Lexington has left many people surprised and worried. This plant is a big deal because it processes about 5, 000 cows every day and employs around 2, 700 people. For many in the community, this news came as a shock. David Jobman, who raises cattle and is a leader in the Dawson County Cattlemen group, said ...

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

A Rare Case: Washington's First Human H5N5 Avian Flu Death

In a rare and unfortunate event, a person in Washington state has passed away after contracting the H5N5 strain of avian influenza. This is believed to be the first confirmed human case of this particular virus. The individual, who lived in Grays Harbor County, was an older adult with pre-existing health conditions. Health officials have chosen not to disclose the p...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

California's $20 Fast Food Wage: A Double-Edged Sword?

California's move to set a $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers has sparked a heated debate. On one hand, workers are seeing better paychecks, but on the other, restaurant owners are feeling the pinch. The state's fast-food industry is still standing, but it's not all smooth sailing. Workers like Zane Marte have seen a real difference. Marte, who worked at Jack in...

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