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Woman shot in 'random' attack at Apple Valley gas station, suspect jailed
A man shot and severely wounded a woman at an Apple Valley gas station late Tuesday in what authorities described as a seemingly "random" attack. The shooting was first reported about 7 p.m. outside the business at the corner of Apple Valley Road and Yucca Loma Road, according to San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department officials. ...
Teen arrested after assaulting two people at a home in Apple Valley
APPLE VALLEY, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A 17-year-old teenager from Apple Valley was arrested after assaulting two people at a home, officials said. On Saturday, April 13, 2024, at approximately 10:43 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a residence in the 21300 block of Pine Ridge Avenue regarding an assault. Deputy...
Man killed in head-on crash in Phelan identified as local father
A man who died after a SUV crossed into opposing traffic lanes and struck his car head-on in Phelan over the weekend, killing both drivers, has been identified as a 27-year-old father of two. Tommy Solis of Phelan died at the scene of the crash, which took place about 8:15 p.m. Sunday along Phelan Road, just east of Tumbleweed Road, according to San Bernardino County Coroner's records. ...
Job crisis in the High Desert: where has all the decent work gone?
The job crisis in the High Desert is no new phenomenon; many residents have either struggled to find employment themselves or knows someone who has. It's commonplace for locals to apply to at least a dozen jobs before hearing back, if at all. Interview after interview with no positive result can quickly...
Veterinarians sound alarm over a potentially fatal disease striking dogs in the High Desert
Apple Valley-based Animal Care Hospital is sounding the alarm about a potentially fatal disease from fish that has affected dogs in Southern California and the High Desert. Animal Care Hospital officials, which include doctors Ron Boyd and Tess Clark, contacted the Daily Press on Monday regarding dogs that have become ill due to...
Hinkley man killed in Hesperia wreck
A 67-year-old Hinkley man died following a three-vehicle collision in Hesperia on Monday night, authorities said. The collision was first reported about 10:35 p.m. on Mariposa Road near Boxwood Avenue, fire department logs show. Hector Gagliardi died at a hospital following the wreck, according to San Bernardino County coroner's officials.
Man and woman sought in knifepoint robbery at Hesperia beauty shop
A man and a woman fled with cash following a knifepoint robbery at a Hesperia beauty supply shop on Thursday afternoon, authorities said. The incident took place about 2:25 p.m. at Sally’s Beauty Supply, 12717 Main St., according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. A man entered...
Retired NASA astronaut to speak at ‘Stargazing Party’ at Mojave River Forks in Hesperia
Retired NASA Astronaut José Moreno Hernández, depicted in the movie, "A Million Miles Away" will speak at a ‘Stargazing Party’ at Mojave River Forks in Hesperia. The San Bernardino County Regional Parks and Library system will host the astronomical event from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Mojave River Forks Park and Campground at 17891 Highway 173.
Army veteran, media personality ‘Dick’ Dorwald to be remembered
For years, Army veteran Richard Calvin “Dick” Dorwald engrained himself in the High Desert community as he worked on TV, radio and the theater. On March 7, Dorward "took his final bow," Cultural Arts Center Director Karla Franko said. He died at his home at the age of 91. A memorial service for Dorwarld will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, April 20 at the Cultural Arts Center of the High Desert, 15615 Eight St., in Victorville.
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