Alicia's Stories

Unique journeys of local authors with special needs to find their voice

  New foster agency program focuses on reuniting families 

 Professionals talk about their careers without degrees 

Love, joy of life stronger than any disability for couples 

Holocaust survivors reflect on the state of the world, from WWII until today 

 Step Forward Day embodies spirit of service 

 Schools throughout the Conejo Valley are especially unique for their award-winning programs, high test scores and graduation rates that lead the majority of their students to top colleges and universities

 Over an 11-year span, Home Helpers has cared for more than 850 families throughout Ventura and Los Angeles Counties 

Nineties alt-rockers the Gin Blossoms celebrated the 25th anniversary of  their multiplatinum album last year. The band is touring in support of  its new album, Mixed Reality 

  Dr. James Watson Offers a Menu of Options for Breast Reconstruction

 Local groups explore nature with the sport of fishing 

Pot Lifer Museum at the Sespe Creek Collective in Ojai shines light on cannabis-related incarceration

 Ten years in the making, local father-daughter duo makes softball vision a reality 

 Physicians Formula®, Jane Iredale®, and makeup artist Gucci Westman’s line are considered the best makeup brands for women over 40

 Women in business share their stories of reaching heights of success 

Unique programs for people with autism help build strength, social connection

Local survivor sheds light on domestic violence

Raising and releasing of monarchs locally make notable impact on West Coast

 From Lake Piru to Monterey, Southern California woman first to complete 400-mile hike 

 Transgender couple talks about living normal lives 

A look at the issues facing seniors today

Experts discuss creams, treatments, and healthy lifestyle choices that can help diminish the appearance of smile lines

Crepey skin on the legs is a common side effect that comes with age, especially for women. Read about methods and products that are claimed to address this condition

Crepey skin doesn’t just appear on your face – it can show up from neck to knees. Experts discuss the causes of crepey skin and ways to prevent and minimize it  

There are several surgical and clinical treatments for under eye bags with little downtime and effective results. Read more about these methods that experts say actually work.

 Pepperdine University School of Law's Disaster Relief Clinic  provides pro bono legal services to those harmed by wildfires in Southern California 

 Local experts, senior expo focused on raising quality of life in the golden years 

 Oxnard convention features animals, people dedicated to better lives for the abandoned 

 "Ladies and Gentlemen . . . The Penguins!" is a tongue-in-cheek story about four penguins from the Falkland  Islands, a remote British territory, who decide they want to be bigger than the Beatles.  

 Nonprofits give back to those willing to risk their lives 

A healthy digestive system can help prevent arthritis, depression, low-energy, autoimmune disease and acne

 Q 360 uses a holistic approach to harness a wide  range of energy fields to accelerate healing and amplify healing capabilities  

 Fireball Gallery zooms into the Murphy Auto Museum 

 Five generations of boxers in Simi Valley with a murder for hire plot twist 

 Nonprofits aim to meet needs of low income, homeless despite stigma 

 Experts offer recommendations and other tips for this skin disease which can cause red, itchy and painful symptoms

Residents join in the first competitive soccer team for the wheelchair bound

 Locals open up about their journeys overcoming addiction

Central Coast troop members set goals high for the future

 Inventors make life a little easier, the environment a little better 

 The healing power of gardening in a frantic world 

 Libraries seek to help adults, kids struggling with reading, writing 

 Mother talks about suicide of teenage son to help others 

Everything the Malibu Rotary Club does is fueled by the four-way test: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?