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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.

Federal Agents Seize $573K in Counterfeit Rolexes and Designer Sunglasses in Pittsburgh

Federal Agents Seize $573K in Counterfeit Rolexes and Designer Sunglasses in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials in Pittsburgh have seized over two dozen counterfeit luxury items, including Rolex watches and ...

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Perot Museum Debuts 'Bug Lab' Exhibit Featuring Giant Insects and Interactive Displays

Perot Museum Debuts ‘Bug Lab’ Exhibit Featuring Giant Insects and Interactive Displays

Dallas, Texas — The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is gearing up to open a brand-new exhibit titled The Bug Lab, a hands-on, interactive ...

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Tenant Arrested After Failing to Kill Landlord and Crashing Car Into Shared Residence

Tenant Arrested After Failing to Kill Landlord and Crashing Car Into Shared Residence

Jensen Beach, Florida — A 69-year-old Florida man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly inviting his landlord to dinner, only to viciously attack ...

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Attempted Dispensary Robbery in South LA Leaves One Dead, One Hospitalized

Attempted Dispensary Robbery in South LA Leaves One Dead, One Hospitalized

South Los Angeles, California- A robbery attempt turned deadly late Thursday night outside a marijuana dispensary in South Los Angeles, leaving one man dead ...

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5-Year-Old Piano Prodigy Set to Perform at Walt Disney Concert Hall and Carnegie Hall

5-Year-Old Piano Prodigy Set to Perform at Walt Disney Concert Hall and Carnegie Hall

Los Angeles, California — At just five years old, Alec Van Khajadourian is captivating audiences and music lovers around the world with his extraordinary ...

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Halloween-Themed Restaurant Beetle House LA Announces Imminent Closure

Halloween-Themed Restaurant Beetle House LA Announces Imminent Closure

Hollywood, California — A Final Farewell to Beetle House LA, After nearly a decade of serving up spooky fun and Halloween thrills year-round, Beetle ...

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Brad Pitt’s $5M L.A. Estate Ransacked in Shocking Break-In

Brad Pitt’s $5M L.A. Estate Ransacked in Shocking Break-In

Los Angeles, California —  Brad Pitt’s Property Targeted by Burglars While He’s Abroad. Los Angeles police are investigating a break-in at a residence reportedly ...

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California Donors Show Little Enthusiasm for Kamala Harris' Potential Governor Run

California Donors Show Little Enthusiasm for Kamala Harris’ Potential Governor Run

San Francisco, California — Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ potential candidacy for California governor in 2026 is not garnering much enthusiasm from Democratic fundraisers, ...

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Oil Profit Penalty in California Faces Possible Delay as Regulator Recommends Pause

Oil Profit Penalty in California Faces Possible Delay as Regulator Recommends Pause

California should pause Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to penalize oil companies if their profits increase too much, said a top energy regulator Friday. This ...

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Authorities Urge Vigilance as Summer Heat Boosts Hot Car Death Risk for Children

Authorities Urge Vigilance as Summer Heat Boosts Hot Car Death Risk for Children

Fort Lauderdale, Florida – A record heat wave that affected the East Coast of the United States during the first week of summer has prompted ...

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