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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.

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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Over 1,100 Pounds of Cocaine Seized in Puerto Rico, 3 Dominican Nationals Arrested

Over 1,100 Pounds of Cocaine Seized in Puerto Rico, 3 Dominican Nationals Arrested

Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials recently made a significant drug seizure, intercepting 1,155 pounds of cocaine with ...

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Advocacy Groups Urge California Governor to Commute All Death Row Sentences

Advocacy Groups Urge California Governor to Commute All Death Row Sentences

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA — Over 200 civil-rights organizations have come together to urge California Gov. Gavin Newsom to use his constitutional powers to commute the ...

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$1,000 Speeding Fines Coming to Connecticut as State Targets Extreme Speeders

$1,000 Speeding Fines Coming to Connecticut as State Targets Extreme Speeders

HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT — The Connecticut General Assembly is preparing to take a tougher stance on reckless driving with a new traffic measure that has ...

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Driving Without Inspection Sticker Can Lead to Costly Consequences, DMV Says

Driving Without Inspection Sticker Can Lead to Costly Consequences, DMV Says

If you’re someone who sticks the inspection sticker on your vehicle and forgets about it until next year, this article is for you! While ...

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Fitness Influencer ‘Liver King’ Lands in Jail After Joe Rogan Challenge Gone Wrong

Fitness Influencer ‘Liver King’ Lands in Jail After Joe Rogan Challenge Gone Wrong

AUSTIN, TEXAS — Brian Johnson, the fitness influencer known as “Liver King”, was arrested on Tuesday after allegedly posting threatening messages aimed at podcaster ...

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Trump Administration Alleges California’s Trans Athlete Policy Violates Title IX

Trump Administration Alleges California’s Trans Athlete Policy Violates Title IX

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration has announced that California violated Title IX, the federal civil rights law, by allowing transgender student-athletes to compete ...

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