Don't mean to sound paranoid but the more I read about the Santa Susana lab failure and the recent Woolsey fire the more concerned I am. Curious if anyone had their water or soil tested if they live close to this area. There is a shocking amount of cancer cases around here that are well documented by scientific professionals.
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A traditional election requires you to choose a single candidate and hope for the best. In a crowded field, as in this year's election, voters have to choose between voting for candidates they believe in and voting for those they think are likely to survive the primary and advance to the general. Vote splitting is on everyone's mind, and voters, Democrat and Republican alike, are struggling to choose which candidate to support in hopes that their choice makes the final two.
And, of course, Independent and Third-Party candidates are entirely left out of the process and labeled as a "throw-away" vote. (Sorry, largest block of voters who are registered as Independents. No soup for you!)
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My mind is blown. BLOWN. In a good way. Because we just had another friggin kick-friggin-ass show so goood! Another amazing Monday of Hand-Brewed Comedy at Hand-Brewed Beer! I don’t want to be crass but… WE’RE DOIN’ THIS SH*T AGAIN NEXT MONDAY because it’s so much fun and it’s so funny and the beer is so good and the food is so yummy! I mean what a fun friggin time and it could be yours! All you have to do is come to a free show, buy a beer, laugh. I mean, incredible. Incredible stuff, folks. Love ya
I bought play sand to use for my fish tank and I only need like 10-15 pounds of it but I bought a 50 pound bag because that’s all they had. Does anybody know what I can do with this sand??
My gardener’s equipment was stolen today while he was working on several homes near the corner of Semple St. and Barnes Ave.
They were driving what appeared to be a silver 2009–2012 Dodge/Ram 1500 crew cab pickup truck. The truck did not have license plates, and the individuals were wearing masks.
It also appeared they may have already stolen equipment from another gardener, as there were already tools and landscaping equipment in the truck bed before they took his.
Please keep an eye out, and if anyone in the area has security footage or saw anything suspicious, please reach out. Hoping we can help recover his equipment and prevent this from happening to others in the neighborhood.
"Ventura County residents are being warned about a recent increase in catalytic converter thefts across the county.
'In the past few months, there have been over 50 reported thefts of catalytic converters in most cities and various unincorporated areas within the county,' the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office said in a Community Alert issued Wednesday.
Most of the thefts have occurred during the late-night and early-morning hours, often targeting vehicles parked on streets and in driveways, officials said.
Surveillance footage has revealed the following information to investigators:
- Suspects typically work in pairs or small groups
- They often use two vehicles
- The thefts are carried out in less than two minutes
- Suspects acting as lookouts may be armed
'Due to the potential risk, citizens are urged not to approach or confront the suspects,' the Sheriff’s Office said.
Anyone who sees suspicious activity is urged to report it by calling 911 or by contacting their local law enforcement agency’s non-emergency number, depending on the urgency of the situation.
Residents are encouraged to take the following steps to reduce the risk of becoming a victim:
- Remain aware of your surroundings
- Park vehicles in well-lit areas or inside a garage when possible
- Install motion-activated lighting and security cameras
- Consider installing a catalytic converter anti-theft device
- Etch your vehicle identification number, VIN, onto the converter
- Activate vehicle alarms
Anyone with information about the recent thefts is asked to call the Ventura County Organized Retail Theft Task Force’s recorded tip line at 805-383-8703. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477." - KTLA 5 News
Hi everyone I’m a dad that is originally from the sfv but moved out to Simi 4 years or so ago. It’s been really hard to make friends out here. My wife goes to this “mom’s group” hangouts at parks and stuff. I thought why not make one for dads? Was wondering if anyone would be interested in meeting up for something like that? Our kids get to meet new friends and hopefully dads get to meet friends also.
Edit: I have a 9 year old daughter, 5 year old boy.
Guuuyyyyys last week was hillaaaarrrriiiouusss. Thanks for coming! If you missed it, don’t worry, I have a special surprise. We’re doing it again on Monday!! Can you frikn believe that?!?! We do this bish every Monday at the legendary Hand-Brewed Beer. They got great beer, @craez.cravingz is there with great food, and us? We bring the great comedy. It a no brainer for a Monday! Why else are you going to do after work? Go home and watch the same show and wait patiently for Tuesday? Come on bruh, we are offering you a modicum of defiance against the work week! And that modicum is filled with laughter! It’s oozing with laughter! Come ooze!!!! And LAUGH!!!!!!
See ya 5/11 at 7:30 at Hand-Brewed Beer, 9771 Variel Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311
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"Simi Valley police arrested a suspicious subject Tuesday after he was spotted climbing from rooftop to rooftop while wearing what appeared to be an Amazon delivery vest.
Police said it’s unknown whether the suspect had any affiliation with Amazon or why he was wearing a delivery vest.
Around 9 a.m., dispatchers received a call from a resident reporting a suspicious-looking individual peering into vehicles near North Calle La Sombra and East Via Alegre.
Officers located a suspect who matched the caller’s description, wearing an Amazon delivery vest, latex gloves and carrying a large backpack. He was later identified as 33-year-old Simi Valley resident Jaroslav Hriancik Jr.
After spotting responding officers, Hriancik reportedly led them on a foot pursuit through a nearby neighborhood.
During the chase, police said the suspect was seen climbing onto rooftops in the 5800 block of Fearing Street, moving from roof to roof.
After establishing a perimeter and using a drone, officers were reportedly able to safely track and contain Hriancik on a rooftop.
Following a brief standoff, he reportedly surrendered without incident. A search of the area did not reveal any vehicles or residences that had been burglarized, police said.
Hriancik was arrested and booked at the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Center on suspicion of resisting a police officer, an outstanding felony warrant and a post-release community supervision hold.
Simi Valley police told KTLA they did not have any further details about the suspect’s possible affiliation with Amazon, as he chose not to answer questions when he was being read his Miranda rights.
KTLA reached out to Amazon but has not yet received a response.
The Simi Valley Police Department is encouraging residents to report suspicious activity by calling the non-emergency line at (805) 583-6950 or dialing 911 in emergency situations." - KTLA 5 News
I know posts about homelessness usually go sideways on Reddit fast.
People argue.
People stereotype.
People talk about “the homeless” like they’re one giant faceless category instead of individual human beings with wildly different stories.
But something happened recently in Simi Valley that genuinely reminded me why this town is special.
A local moms group started rallying around a homeless man named Anthony — most people know him as Ton Ton — and his senior dog, Arrow.
And before anyone rolls their eyes and assumes this is some performative internet thing, hear me out.
This man isn’t asking for luxury.
People are simply trying to help him get a van.
A van means:
safety for him and his elderly dog
protection from weather
secure storage for belongings and artwork
stability
dignity
a chance to stop surviving moment-to-moment
That’s it.
And what’s been incredible is watching how many people in this community responded with compassion instead of cynicism.
The original post in the moms group absolutely exploded. Thousands of people viewed it. People shared the GoFundMe. Others offered supplies, dog food, encouragement, resources, and kind words.
Not because everyone suddenly believes they can “solve homelessness.”
But because they still believe people matter.
Honestly, that’s what I wish more internet conversations understood.
You do not have to agree with every decision someone has ever made to acknowledge their humanity.
You do not have to personally donate.
You do not have to become a full-time activist.
But somewhere along the way, online culture convinced people that compassion is weakness and that mocking struggling people somehow makes you smarter or more “realistic.”
It doesn’t.
If anything, the response from this town proved the opposite.
The strongest communities are not the ones that pretend suffering doesn’t exist.
They’re the ones that refuse to become emotionally numb to it.
And maybe that’s why this story resonated so deeply with people here.
Because most of us are a lot closer to hardship than we’d like to admit. One medical issue. One layoff. One tragedy. One impossible season.
At the end of the day, I don’t think people will remember who won arguments online.
I think they’ll remember whether they chose cruelty or humanity when they had the opportunity to choose.
And I’m proud that so many people in Simi Valley chose humanity.
I've tried Reds and Zeff bbq and they both are not the good, they are mediocre at best. Reds is semi decently priced but honestly you get what you pay for and with Zeff bbq its on par with Reds and just stupidly overpriced. I've heard great things about green acres, but was wondering if there are any other awesome bbq joints in Simi that are actually worth a try.
Two nights in a row someone has either shot a mortar firework or something near Patricia? Anyone else know whats going on? Almost felt like a flash bang.
"The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office announced two suspects were arrested in connection to a string of burglaries targeting computers on Freightliner trucks in the El Rio area.
Detectives reportedly began investigating a group of individuals targeting the trucks during the month of April 2026.
The suspects would reportedly approach the vehicles during the nighttime hours, break a window to gain entry, then steal the onboard Common Powertrain Controller (CPC) computers before fleeing.
The computers are essential for vehicle operation and cost $3,300 to replace, according to the sheriff’s office. Victims were unable to use their trucks until they had replacements installed.
Similar crimes had reportedly occurred in neighboring Oxnard and Simi Valley. Following an investigation, detectives identified the suspects as 46-year-old Lenin Leyva and 39-year-old Ryann McMurtrey of Los Angeles.
Detectives conducted a traffic stop with the Fillmore Police Department on McMurtrey’s vehicle on April 29 in the 1400 block of East Harvard Boulevard in Santa Paula.
Stolen CPC computers were recovered during a search of the vehicle, which was also seized as evidence, the sheriff said.
Leyva and McMurtrey were booked into the Ventura County Main Jail on charges of grand theft, burglary and vandalism. They’re being held in lieu of bail.
Leyva is also reportedly currently on Post Release Community Supervision for a prior burglary conviction out of Los Angeles County." - KTLA 5 News
Looking to get sneakers and shoes cleaned. What are your reliable quality spots?
GUYS we are freaking back again with another great lineup! Come get your laughs on at the best value comedy show in LA, right here in Chatsworth! We’re putting on lineups you would see at the Improv, Comedy Store, etc. But instead of schlepping, finding parking, buying an expensive ticket and buying expensive drinks… you can just come to a free show with a very affordable two item minimum at your favorite local brewery! (Holy crap that’s a good fkn deal)
Has anyone noticed it being unusually busy in town today? I’m on the east part of town and seemed like a lot of cars coming in over the hill this morning. Lots more cars parked in the plaza in Tapo Canyon/Alamo (Vons/Kohls area) and even down Tapo in the dead shopping center with Neighborhood Market.
Not a complaint or anything. Just curious and wondering if anything’s going on today?
I have a bunch of artichokes free to anyone that wants them. On the plant still, but pretty big and varying stages of ripe. DM me!
Looking to hire a local magician for a birthday party. Y’all know anyone?