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Summerland’s leaking oil well finally gets capped
After years of legal and legislative battles, an abandoned, leaking oil well off Summerland Beach has been capped. A new fund is helping undocumented immigrants who can’t access federal disaster assistance.
By Jonathan Bastian • • 24m ListenAfter years of legal and legislative battles, an abandoned, leaking oil well off Summerland Beach has been capped. A new fund is helping undocumented immigrants who can’t access federal disaster assistance. There’s some major political upheaval stirring in Oxnard. And we tour an alternative living space in Santa Barbara.
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4 storiesThe Becker Well gets capped
After years of legal and legislative battles, an abandoned, leaking oil well off Summerland Beach has been capped. Last week, crews filled the Becker Well with concrete and capped it with a welded plate. Crews capping the Becker Well.
Read the story3 minWhere can undocumented disaster victims go for aid?
If your property was destroyed or you missed out on some paychecks because of the Thomas Fire or mudslides, you have until next Friday to apply for federal assistance.
Read the story4 minChaos on Oxnard City Council
As many prepare for California’s June primary, voters in Oxnard will have to cast important votes before that, including whether or not to oust the mayor. The reason behind the special election? Waste water rates.
Read the story8 minTo afford living in Santa Barbara, think small and get creative
It’s no secret that living along the Central Coast has gotten unbearably expensive for many. But, one up side? Residents who really want to stay are getting creative.
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