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2 weeks ago | 
thecamarilloacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
Public safety, infrastructure and economic development took center stage last week at a town hall in which Ventura County Supervisor Janice Parvin and a panel of local officials tackled pressing community concerns. Parvin, who hosted the March 27 event held at 99.1 The Ranch in the Simi Valley Town Center, reaffirmed her commitment to public safety, citing her opposition to Prop. 47, which passed in 2014 and reclassified certain nonviolent offenses as misdemeanors.
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2 weeks ago | 
simivalleyacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
After a tense, two-day hearing that included graphic photos, forensic evidence and a chilling recorded confession, a Ventura County Superior Court judge determined that a man accused of killing his estranged wife in Simi Valley should stand trial for first-degree murder. Despite admitting to investigators three years ago that he killed 25-year-old Rachel Castillo in her apartment in November 2022, Zarbab Ali, 28, has pleaded not guilty to the murder charge with special circumstances.
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2 weeks ago | 
simivalleyacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
A Simi Valley man pleaded guilty in connection with the attempted assassination of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh nearly three years ago at his Maryland home. Nicholas John Roske, 29, was arrested near Kavanaugh’s residence in June 2022, carrying a gun, a knife, zip ties and tactical gear. Authorities said Roske, who had worked as a middle school and high school substitute teacher, traveled to the area by taxi just after 1 a.m. and arrived at Kavanaugh’s home with plans to kill him.
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3 weeks ago | 
simivalleyacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
The Simi Valley Police Department will add two new police dogs and a specialized off-road vehicle to its force on the strength of donations from the Simi Valley Police Foundation. The funding will help fill critical vacancies in the department’s K-9 unit and enhance its ability to patrol remote areas, SVPD said.
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3 weeks ago | 
mpacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
Public safety, infrastructure and economic development took center stage last week at a town hall in which Ventura County Supervisor Janice Parvin and a panel of local officials tackled pressing community concerns. Parvin, who hosted the March 27 event held at 99.1 The Ranch in the Simi Valley Town Center, reaffirmed her commitment to public safety, citing her opposition to Prop. 47, which passed in 2014 and reclassified certain nonviolent offenses as misdemeanors.
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3 weeks ago | 
simivalleyacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
Despite positive trends in crime statistics, the Simi Valley Police Department says it will continue its efforts to engage with the community and address residents’ ongoing concerns. Police officials met with the public recently at a Coffee with a Cop event and also at a town hall hosted by Ventura County Supervisor Janice Parvin to discuss crime data, recruitment efforts and public safety initiatives. Among information they shared were statistics contained in the department’s 2024 crime report.
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3 weeks ago | 
simivalleyacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
Simi Valley customers could see higher sewer bills starting July 1 following a 3.5% annual rate hike for the next five years to fund maintenance and infrastructure projects. City officials said the increases are necessary to generate funding for wastewater collection and treatment systems. An estimated $71.7 million is needed to complete 49 capital improvement projects, including replacing aging pipelines and pump stations, the city said.
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1 month ago | 
mpacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
Spring is in the air, and Moorpark and Simi Valley are brimming with activities to keep families entertained and engaged. From egg hunts and arts festivals to live music and eco-friendly celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season. Here’s a roundup of the must-visit events happening in the area this spring:Celebrate Easter in style at the 2025 Springtime Easter Festival at Underwood Family Farms, 3370 Sunset Valley Road, in Moorpark.
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1 month ago | 
mpacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
Moorpark Country Days, a beloved tradition, will return in October with a new look and a renewed sense of community spirit. The annual event that draws thousands of residents and visitors, will feature a lively parade and street fair, celebrating Moorpark’s vibrant heritage. This year, the Rudy Perez Jr. Memorial Foundation is taking the lead in organizing the event after the Moorpark Chamber of Commerce stepped back from its role in 2023.
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1 month ago | 
simivalleyacorn.com | Michele Willer-Allred
The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District board of directors approved a 6% fee increase for its Before and After School Club programs for the 2025-26 school year, aimed at offsetting rising costs while maintaining the integrity of the programs, which serve hundreds of students across Simi Valley. The 5-0 decision, made during the board’s March 5 meeting, raises monthly fees to $145 for the Before School Club, $403 for the After School Club, and $303 for the Teen Club.
