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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 Drivers Face $300 Fines Under New Pedestrian Safety Law

California Drivers Face $300 Fines Under New Pedestrian Safety Law

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA — A recent change in California’s traffic law is stirring up debate among drivers, especially those who rely on smartphones and mobile ...

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Los Angeles Neighborhoods Rattled by Earthquake, No Immediate Damage Reported

Los Angeles Neighborhoods Rattled by Earthquake, No Immediate Damage Reported

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — A magnitude 2.7 earthquake struck just a mile northeast of the Sherman Oaks neighborhood late Tuesday night, causing a brief ...

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Fitness Influencer and Business Partner Fatally Shot by Estranged Husband, Police Say

Fitness Influencer and Business Partner Fatally Shot by Estranged Husband, Police Say

FONTANA, CALIFORNIA — A fitness influencer mom and her business partner were tragically shot and killed outside a strip mall sushi restaurant in Fontana ...

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San Diego County Adopts $8.63B Budget Focused on Housing, Health, and Safety

San Diego County Adopts $8.63B Budget Focused on Housing, Health, and Safety

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA — The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve the $8.63 billion budget for the 2025-26 ...

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California Attorney General Sues San Diego Nursing Home Chain Over Alleged Understaffing

California Attorney General Sues San Diego Nursing Home Chain Over Alleged Understaffing

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA — The California Attorney General’s Office filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against Sweetwater Care, a San Diego-based nursing facility chain, accusing the ...

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Beloved Theme Park California’s Great America Faces Closure After 2027

Beloved Theme Park California’s Great America Faces Closure After 2027

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA — After decades of thrilling rides, fireworks displays, and iconic treats, California’s Great America may be nearing its final chapter. Six ...

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Republicans Want USPS to Ditch New Electric Trucks in Sweeping Bill

Republicans Want USPS to Ditch New Electric Trucks in Sweeping Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A Senate Republican bill introduced to enact President Trump’s second-term agenda includes a provision that would force the U.S. Postal Service ...

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Historic Wedding Ring Returned After Diver’s Lucky Discovery in Texas Lake

Historic Wedding Ring Returned After Diver’s Lucky Discovery in Texas Lake

PALO PINTO COUNTY, TEXAS — A diver has successfully recovered a 105-year-old diamond wedding ring that slipped off a woman’s hand and fell into ...

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South Los Angeles Gang Leader Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years Behind Bars

South Los Angeles Gang Leader Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years Behind Bars

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — The “shot caller” of a South Los Angeles street gang tied to the Mexican Mafia has been sentenced to 19 ...

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Beloved Brentwood Restaurant A.O.C Shutting Its Doors After 16-Year Run

Beloved Brentwood Restaurant A.O.C Shutting Its Doors After 16-Year Run

BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA — A.O.C. Brentwood, a beloved Westside dining spot from renowned chef Suzanne Goin and restaurateur Caroline Styne, is set to close its ...

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