Thousand Oaks

Ventura County

Thousand Oaks

Where Rolling Hills Meet Hollywood Dreams

Population: 126,000
147 local businesses80 upcoming events

About Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks unfolds like a California postcard come to life, where oak-studded hills roll into perfectly manicured neighborhoods that house entertainment industry royalty and tech innovators alike. This upscale haven offers world-class hiking at Wildwood Regional Park, where waterfalls cascade year-round, and the iconic Civic Arts Plaza hosts Broadway-caliber performances under starlit skies. Between sipping craft cocktails at The Stonehaus or browsing the luxe Oaks Shopping Center, you'll understand why this jewel of the Conejo Valley feels like the sophisticated escape you never knew you needed.

Upcoming Events

All events

Local Businesses

View all 147 businesses

Latest News in Thousand Oaks

View all news
Filing Your W-2: Tips for Employees and EmployersThousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks Acorn· Jun 8, 2026

Filing Your W-2: Tips for Employees and Employers

Tax season might not be anyone's favorite time of year, but understanding your W-2 is key to keeping things stress-free. Whether you're a Conejo Valley employee checking those boxes or a local business owner in Thousand Oaks getting forms out to your team, knowing the ins and outs of this essential document makes a big difference. The Thousand Oaks Acorn recently highlighted how the W-2 shapes your tax return and keeps employers on the right side of IRS deadlines. For us here in the 805, where so many of us work locally or run small businesses, getting this right means fewer headaches come April. Double-check your personal info, make sure your earnings and withholdings match your pay stubs, and remember that employers have strict deadlines to send these out. It's all about keeping our community's finances on solid ground.

Jury finds Grossman, Erickson liable for $176 million in boys’ tragedyThousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks Acorn· Jun 4, 2026

Jury finds Grossman, Erickson liable for $176 million in boys’ tragedy

A Van Nuys jury has ordered Rebecca Grossman and Scott Erickson to pay $176 million in a civil case stemming from the 2020 Westlake Village crash that killed brothers Mark and Jacob Iskander. The boys, ages 11 and 8, were struck by Grossman’s Mercedes-Benz SUV while crossing in a marked crosswalk. For our community, this verdict brings a measure of accountability after years of grief and legal proceedings. As reported by the Thousand Oaks Acorn, the civil case is separate from Grossman’s criminal trial, which continues to draw attention across the 805 region. This tragedy hit close to home for many in Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village, where families often walk and bike through neighborhood crosswalks. The verdict underscores the devastating consequences of reckless driving in our area.

Jury tags Grossman, Erickson with additional $22.17M in punitive damagesThousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks Acorn· Jun 4, 2026

Jury tags Grossman, Erickson with additional $22.17M in punitive damages

A Van Nuys jury has ordered Rebecca Grossman to pay $21 million in punitive damages and Scott Erickson $1.17 million for their roles in the 2020 crash that killed two young brothers from Westlake Village. The civil verdict, reported by the Thousand Oaks Acorn, comes on top of last week’s compensatory award, sending a clear message about accountability in this heartbreaking case that has shaken our community. For those of us in the 805, this tragedy hit close to home. The loss of those two boys on a quiet Westlake Village street is a wound that hasn’t healed. While no amount of money can bring them back, this jury’s decision underscores how seriously our courts take reckless conduct that endangers lives. It’s a somber reminder to cherish every moment with our loved ones.

Community Resources in Thousand Oaks