1+ hour, 53+ min ago  (289+ words) CALIFORNIA CITY, Calif. — Community members from California City and neighboring communities gathered in front of California City Hall on July 7 to protest against CoreCivic and bring attention to concerns about the treatment of immigrants held in detention facilities. The peaceful…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (403+ words) Mojave Desert News EKHCD Board members gathered for a recent public meeting to discuss financial updates, community programs, upcoming events, and future planning initiatives aimed at supporting local residents and organizational growth. Board members present included Peralta, L., Royten,…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (347+ words) California City, CA — California City welcomed Congressmember Maxine Waters on April 25, 2026, as she attended the Connected and Crowned Women’s Empowerment Brunch, held at the California City Community Art Center in Central Park. The event, hosted by First Lady Azhar Hawkins…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (224+ words) Mojave Desert News Official Statement from Mayor Marquette Hawkins Pacific Steel Comes to California City  My administration remains firmly committed to transparency, accessibility, and ensuring that the residents of California City are informed and engaged - especially when it comes…...

5+ mon, 3+ week ago  (546+ words) CALIFORNIA CITY – The Calif. City Council appointed a new interim city manager at their Dec. 22nd special meeting, and the Mojave Desert News is bringing you an exclusive interview with him. Mr. Sean Grayson, who began with the city on Jan....

6+ mon, 2+ week ago  (197+ words) Mojave Desert News  JOHANNESBURG – Wreaths Across America ceremonies were held all over the country on December 13th and the small mining town of Johannesburg was no exception; the 15th annual ceremony began at approximately 9am. Several residents from Johannesburg…...