John Schipper

Adult division chief at the Ventura County Behavioral Health Department

Adult division chief at the Ventura County Behavioral Health Department

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In April, a brutal murder took place in Ventura.

A senseless stabbing in Ventura angers citizens, sparks action on homelessness

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On Thursday, March 7, President Biden will deliver the State of the Union address to a Joint Session of Congress. Tune into KCRW to follow along NPR's live coverage at 6 p.m. PST.