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Raised in Redlands, California, Susan Griggs is the senior Hesperia reporter for Times Media Service. Griggs covers local government, education, elections, public safety, development and community programs in Hesperia and the wider High Desert. Griggs holds a master's degree in journalism and founded the community publication Our Hesperia.

Stories by Susan Griggs

68 stories

  1. June 2026

    21 stories, continued: 4 investigations, 1 explainer, 16 news stories

  2. Sun

    News: Health · United States

    Florida expert says green bananas can still bring health benefits as cold storage can stall ripening

  3. Sun

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Michigan parents charged in death of 7-year-old son, court records say

  4. Sat

    News: Politics · California

    Newsom urges Californians to reject billionaire wealth tax as measure heads to November ballot

  5. Sat

    News: Travel · United States

    Alberta trail video shows woman backing away from charging grizzly as bear safety advice spreads

    After a recent grizzly encounter near Mount Engadine Lodge on Rummel Lake Trail, Alberta Forestry and Parks highlights key bear safety tips.

  6. Sat

    News: Politics · United States

    Carville says he can’t stay in same party as Mamdani-backed candidates, urges Democrats to consider a schism

  7. Thu

    News: Sports · California

    United States falls to Türkiye 3-2 in Los Angeles, still headed to round of 32

  8. Thu

    News: Military · United States

    Florida tattoo shop bars military members and veterans, drawing backlash over anti-service post

  9. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii concealed-carry rule in 6-3 ruling

  10. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Senate rejects Kaine Iran war powers resolution after Trump meets with Republicans

  11. Tue

    News: Technology · California

    Waymo recalls 3,871 vehicles over freeway construction zone risk, limits highway driving in interim

    Waymo restricts freeway driving after NHTSA reports vehicles entered closed construction zones in the San Francisco Bay Area and Phoenix.

  12. Tue

    News: Education · Hesperia

    HUSD Class of 2026 Sets Records in Graduation Success

  13. Mon

    News: Technology · United States

    Chevrolet unveils next-generation 2027 Silverado 1500 with new V8s and updated digital cabin

  14. Fri

    News: Military · United States

    Trump unveils refurbished Qatar-donated Boeing 747-8i for interim Air Force One role

  15. Thu

    Explainer · Business and Finance · United States

    Schwab and Cboe are reportedly preparing a yes-or-no trade on the S&P 500. Here’s what it means

    Charles Schwab and Cboe are reportedly developing yes-or-no S&P 500 contracts for retail brokerage clients to launch in the coming months.

  16. Sun

    Investigation · Business and Finance · United States

    What the record shows about SOXX, the chip ETF at the center of 2026’s AI rally

  17. Sun

    Investigation · Sports · United States

    Champs at last: Knicks win first NBA title in 53 years, beating Spurs 94-90 in Game 5

  18. Sun

    Investigation · Business and Finance · United States

    Obama Center reserve fund draws scrutiny as contractors allege unpaid bills

    The Obama Foundation faces scrutiny over its $1M endowment balance and millions in alleged unpaid bills to Chicago construction contractors.

  19. Sat

    Investigation · Travel · United States

    World Cup visitor wave is reaching beyond stadiums into American diners, gas stations and small-town stops

  20. Fri

    News: Education · Hesperia

    HUSD Class of 2026 Earns Nearly $6 Million

  21. May 2026

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  22. Thu

    News: Education · Hesperia

    HUSD Class of 2026 Sets New Records

  23. Wed

    News: Education · Hesperia

    HUSD Seniors Earn Nearly $6M in Scholarships

  24. Tue

    News: Sports · Hesperia

    Oak Hills HS Athletes Sign Big High Desert Talent to College Programs Across the West

  25. April 2026

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  26. Wed

    News: Education · Hesperia

    Hesperia Unified to Honor Dozens of Longtime Educators at Annual Retirement Ceremony

    Hesperia Unified will celebrate 48 retirees whose decades of service helped shape generations of High Desert students, continuing a long-standing tradition of honoring commitment to education…

  27. Sat

    News: Environment · Hesperia

    Hesperia Lake Park Reopens After Storm Damage

  28. Thu

    News: Education · Hesperia

    Hesperia Schools Invest in Attendance, Arts, and Achievement

  29. March 2026

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  30. Fri

    News: Education · Hesperia

    Hesperia Unified Hosts “Principal for a Day” and Backyard BBQ Celebration

  31. Wed

    News: Education · Hesperia

    CHP, Hesperia High Partner to Highlight Dangers of Drunk Driving with “Every 15 Minutes” Program

  32. Wed

    News: Religion · Hesperia

    Wild Wind Ranch Spring Hoedown Showdown

  33. January 2026

    5 stories: 5 news stories

  34. Fri

    News: Food and Dining · Hesperia

    Olive Garden Hesperia: First Location Coming to High Desert Gateway

    Hesperia is getting its first Olive Garden! Lewis Retail Centers and the City announced the new restaurant for High Desert Gateway, highlighting the area's economic growth.

  35. Wed

    News: Business and Finance · Hesperia

    Stater Bros. Hesperia Store Closing on Main Street in 2026

  36. January 2026 continues on page 3 with 3 more stories.