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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 β€” 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 β€” making local news accessible, engaging, and meaningful.

Child Tax Credit Could Top $2,000 Under GOP Plan, But Millions May Miss Out

Child Tax Credit Could Top $2,000 Under GOP Plan, But Millions May Miss Out

Both the House and Senate versions of the budget reconciliation bill include an increase to the child tax credit; however, the House proposal provides ...

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Authorities Arrest Gang Members After Daylight Stabbing in Thousand Oaks

Authorities Arrest Gang Members After Daylight Stabbing in Thousand Oaks

Four individuals, including three documented gang members, have been arrested in connection with a violent stabbing that occurred last month in Thousand Oaks. The ...

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Researchers Say Plastic Bag Bans and Fees Are Delivering Major Results

Researchers Say Plastic Bag Bans and Fees Are Delivering Major Results

It’s been more than a decade since California implemented its soft ban on single-use plastic bags at grocery stores and other businesses. Now, as ...

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4 SoCal Suspects Accused of Stealing $93M in COVID Relief Fraud

4 SoCal Suspects Accused of Stealing $93M in COVID Relief Fraud

Four individuals in Southern California are facing charges for allegedly defrauding the government of $93 million through a large-scale COVID-related tax fraud scheme, marking ...

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Santa Monica Police Apprehend Suspected Gunman After Extensive Manhunt

Santa Monica Police Apprehend Suspected Gunman After Extensive Manhunt

SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA β€” Police have arrested a man suspected of being involved in two separate shootings in Santa Monica, following a citywide search ...

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Culver City Ice Cream Vendor Detained by ICE, Sparks Community Outcry

Culver City Ice Cream Vendor Detained by ICE, Sparks Community Outcry

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA β€” A Culver City community is in shock after Ambrocio Lozano, known locally as Enrique, a beloved ice cream vendor, was ...

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Authorities Florida Men Held Party With Alcohol and Over 2 Dozen Kids

Authorities: Florida Men Held Party With Alcohol and Over 2 Dozen Kids

DELAND, FLORIDA β€” Two Florida men, Carter Jeffries, 24, and Christian Gennaro, 19, have been arrested after allegedly hosting a party that involved alcohol ...

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Teen Fatally Shot in NYC Park Following Water Gun Fight Turned Violent

Teen Fatally Shot in NYC Park Following Water Gun Fight Turned Violent

BRONX, NEW YORK β€” Darrell Harris, a 17-year-old teenager, was tragically shot dead on Tuesday evening during what began as a playful water gun ...

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Florida Man Arrested After Shooting Over Beer Price at Fort Lauderdale Gas Station

Florida Man Arrested After Shooting Over Beer Price at Fort Lauderdale Gas Station

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA β€” Abdulla Monther, a 46-year-old man, was arrested following a shooting incident at a Valero gas station in Fort Lauderdale, allegedly ...

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Arizona Governor Vetoes Two Budget Plans, Raising Shutdown Concerns

Arizona Governor Vetoes Two Budget Plans, Raising Shutdown Concerns

PHOENIX, ARIZONA β€” Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed two proposed budget plans on Wednesday, criticizing them as partisan and reckless, with state lawmakers scrambling to ...

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