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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.

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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San Diego Officials Move Forward With $25 Wage Proposal for Tourism Workers

San Diego Officials Move Forward With $25 Wage Proposal for Tourism Workers

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA — The San Diego City Council’s Select Committee on Addressing Cost of Living made a bold move on Wednesday, unanimously passing ...

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State Officials Shut Down 3 Florida Restaurants for Health Code Violations

State Officials Shut Down 3 Florida Restaurants for Health Code Violations

ORLANDO, FLORIDA — In early June, three Florida businesses were ordered to close temporarily due to health concerns, with violations ranging from rodent droppings ...

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California Faces 10-Day Deadline to Comply With Trans Athlete Ban or Risk Federal Funds

California Faces 10-Day Deadline to Comply With Trans Athlete Ban or Risk Federal Funds

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA — The Trump administration announced on Wednesday that its investigation into California’s handling of transgender athletes has found that the state’s Department ...

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Lawsuit Filed Against Orange County Registrar Over Voter Roll Accuracy

Lawsuit Filed Against Orange County Registrar Over Voter Roll Accuracy

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against Orange County Registrar of Voters, Robert Page, accusing him ...

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