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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.

Daily Fantasy Sports Betting Is Illegal in California, Says AG Rob Bonta

Daily Fantasy Sports Betting Is Illegal in California, Says AG Rob Bonta

SACRAMENTO, CA — In a move that could reshape the landscape of fantasy gaming in California, Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a legal opinion ...

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Lawsuit Filed to Restore In-State Tuition for Undocumented Students in Texas

Lawsuit Filed to Restore In-State Tuition for Undocumented Students in Texas

GARLAND, TX — A fierce legal battle is underway to restore the Texas Dream Act, a landmark policy that allowed certain undocumented college students ...

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Ohio Dog Dies of Heat Stroke Despite AC Tragedy Prompts Warning for Pet Owners

Ohio Dog Dies of Heat Stroke Despite AC: Tragedy Prompts Warning for Pet Owners

SUGARCREEK, OH — What began as a joyful drive to meet a rescue dog turned into a heartbreaking tragedy when Bruno, a 4-year-old Newfoundland, ...

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States Crack Down on Reckless Driving with GPS Speed Limiters Washington Leads the Charge

States Crack Down on Reckless Driving with GPS Speed Limiters: Washington Leads the Charge

OLYMPIA, WA — With traffic deaths surging to a 33-year high in Washington and similar trends nationwide, several U.S. states are taking aggressive steps ...

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Rescue Efforts Continue as 24 Die in Texas Flooding, 20 Still Missing

Rescue Efforts Continue as 24 Die in Texas Flooding, 20 Still Missing

KERR COUNTY, TX — Catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country has left at least 24 people dead and more than 20 still missing, ...

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Man Charged in Girlfriend’s Murder 42 Years After She Went Missing in Oregon

Man Charged in Girlfriend’s Murder 42 Years After She Went Missing in Oregon

Josephine County, Oregon — A human skull discovered in a field decades ago has finally led to a major break in a chilling 1983 ...

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Ex Democratic State House Candidate Indicted in South Texas Vote Harvesting Case

Ex Democratic State House Candidate Indicted in South Texas Vote Harvesting Case

Frio County, Texas — A grand jury has indicted nine individuals — including prominent local Democrats and former candidates — in connection with an ...

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Connecticut Adjusts Car Tax Formula, Impacting Residents’ Bills

Connecticut Adjusts Car Tax Formula, Impacting Residents’ Bills

Southington, Connecticut— If you’ve opened your Connecticut motor vehicle tax bill this week and were shocked by the total — you’re not alone. Many ...

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Man Awarded $23 Million After Losing Toes in NYC Subway Accident

Man Awarded $23 Million After Losing Toes in NYC Subway Accident

New York City, New York — A Bronx jury has awarded nearly $23 million to a man who suffered life-altering injuries after falling onto a ...

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Montana Family, Including Two Children, Killed in Tragic Crash with Semi on Interstate

Montana Family, Including Two Children, Killed in Tragic Crash with Semi on Interstate

Colorado — A heartbreaking crash along Interstate 70, about 75 miles east of Denver, claimed the lives of three family members from Montana, including ...

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