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Doris Oliver

Doris Oliver is a proud Ridgecrest native with a deep passion for bringing local stories to light. With over 2 years of experience in community reporting, Doris has built a trusted voice in the Community. Her work focuses on covering the issues that matter most to Ridgecrest residents — from public safety and education to local government and community events. Driven by a belief that informed citizens make stronger communities, Doris is committed to delivering accurate, timely, and impactful news. Through ridgecrestpact.org, she aims to bridge the gap between people and the stories shaping their everyday lives — making local news accessible, engaging, and meaningful.

California Official Under Fire for Comments on Gangs and Immigration Raids

California Official Under Fire for Comments on Gangs and Immigration Raids

CUDAHY, CALIFORNIA — Cynthia Gonzalez, the vice mayor of Cudahy, a small Southern California city, is facing backlash after posting a controversial video on ...

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Retail Theft Wave Continues With $3K Bath & Body Works Heist in Vallejo

Retail Theft Wave Continues With $3K Bath & Body Works Heist in Vallejo

VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA — Two people were arrested in Vallejo on Saturday after allegedly stealing over $3,000 worth of Bath & Body Works candles from ...

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Former Antioch Police Officer Sentenced to 7 Years for Excessive Force and Fraud

Former Antioch Police Officer Sentenced to 7 Years for Excessive Force and Fraud

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA — Morteza Amiri, a former Antioch police officer, was sentenced to seven years in prison on Tuesday after being convicted of ...

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In-N-Out Files Lawsuit Against YouTuber for Impersonating Employee

In-N-Out Files Lawsuit Against YouTuber for Impersonating Employee

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA — In-N-Out Burger is taking legal action against popular YouTuber Bryan Arnett for allegedly impersonating an employee of the fast-food chain and ...

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Rep. Kat Cammack Evacuates Offices Due to Imminent Death Threats After Ectopic Pregnancy Comments

Rep. Kat Cammack Evacuates Offices Due to Imminent Death Threats After Ectopic Pregnancy Comments

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL) announced late Wednesday that her congressional offices were evacuated due to imminent death threats against her and ...

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Dating App Bumble to Lay Off 30% of Employees Amid Cost-Cutting Push

Dating App Bumble to Lay Off 30% of Employees Amid Cost-Cutting Push

AUSTIN, TEXAS — Bumble, the popular online dating company, announced Wednesday that it will lay off approximately 30% of its workforce, equating to around ...

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Seven Decades Later, Search for Lost Airliner Over Lake Michigan Is Called Off

Seven Decades Later, Search for Lost Airliner Over Lake Michigan Is Called Off

LAKE MICHIGAN, USA — After 20 years of searching, a group dedicated to uncovering the wreckage of Northwest Orient Flight 2501, which crashed into ...

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Oakland Community Tackles Illegal Dumping Through Grassroots Effort

Oakland Community Tackles Illegal Dumping Through Grassroots Effort

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA — Illegal dumping continues to be a persistent issue in Oakland, but a grassroots community group called the Urban Compassion Project (UCP) ...

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Oakland Mother Desperate for Answers After Daughter’s Disappearance in January

Oakland Mother Desperate for Answers After Daughter’s Disappearance in January

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA — A worried mother in Oakland is pleading for answers after her 21-year-old daughter, Heaven McGee, disappeared more than five months ago. ...

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Search Ongoing for South LA Hit-and-Run Driver, $50K Reward Offered

Search Ongoing for South LA Hit-and-Run Driver, $50K Reward Offered

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — Los Angeles Police are once again appealing to the public for information in the deadly hit-and-run crash that claimed the ...

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