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Thurman Boiles
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Raised in Moraga, California, Thurman Boiles is the Sacramento reporter for Times Media Service. Boiles covers local news in Sacramento and crime and justice across California, including public safety, breaking events and the laws and regulations that shape them. Boiles holds a master's degree in communication with a focus on journalism.
Stories by Thurman Boiles
22 stories
September 2026
2 stories: 1 explainer, 1 news story
Mon
News: Environment · Hesperia
Hesperia Lake Park reopens after Juniper Fire closure
Hesperia Lake Park reopened Saturday, Sept. 26, after an emergency-services closure during the Juniper Fire, Hesperia Parks & Recreation announced.
Fri
Explainer · Environment · Victorville
Victorville Seeks Volunteers for Oct. 24 Cleanup
August 2026
3 stories: 3 explainers
Tue
Explainer · Crime and Justice · High Desert
Deputies Recover $151K in Train Cargo Near Barstow
Wed
Explainer · Energy · California
California’s replacement-tire rules explained: What changes in 2029 and 2033
The California Energy Commission approved new rolling-resistance standards for replacement tires starting in 2029 to reduce vehicle energy use.
Fri
Explainer · Technology · World
What Augmental’s $1,400 MouthPad can do — and who can buy it
July 2026
14 stories: 8 explainers, 6 news stories
Thu
Explainer · Health · United States
Study suggests a specially made tomato drink may lower inflammation markers — but only in a small trial
Sat
Explainer · Transportation · World
Airlines say changing daylight saving time would ripple through flight schedules
Airlines for America warns changing daylight saving time would disrupt global flight schedules, including July Europe-North America routes.
Wed
News: Health · United States
Officials review Taco Bell link as Michigan outbreak points to lettuce
Wed
News: Health · High Desert
San Bernardino County plans $10 pet vaccination and microchipping clinic in Phelan Thursday
Wed
Explainer · Technology · California
Google’s new Search privacy setting could save your photos and voice prompts. Here’s what it means
Google rolls out Search Services History, a new setting letting Google Account users control how their voice, image, and search data is saved.
Mon
Explainer · Weather · California
What the preliminary 4.3 earthquake near Johannesburg means for Southern California
Sat
Explainer · Health · United States
What your resting heart rate can tell you about your health
Sat
Explainer · Business and Finance · United States
More than 550,000 Kobalt yard tools recalled over battery fire hazard
Lowe's is recalling 554,000 Kobalt 24V and 48V yard tools because their USB-C lithium-ion batteries can short-circuit and catch fire.
Fri
Explainer · Technology · California
Why Apple’s early security update matters as AI speeds up hacking
Wed
Explainer · Transportation · California
What Hollywood Burbank Airport’s new $1.3 billion terminal means for travelers
Mon
News: Politics · California
Newsom blames Trump for DOJ probe, but reports say inquiry began under Biden
Mon
News: Crime and Justice · California
Newport Beach police arrest 402 during July 4 celebrations, about half in one Balboa Peninsula incident
Sat
News: Environment · High Desert
Officials do not confirm reported Nash Fire near Barstow in public CAL FIRE listings
Fri
News: Health · United States
FDA raises Zapp’s and Dirty potato chip recall to highest risk level over salmonella concern
The FDA upgraded a recall of certain Zapp's and Dirty potato chips to Class I over potential salmonella contamination in New York.
June 2026
3 stories: 3 news stories
Tue
News: Business and Finance · California
California couple says movers doubled price mid-move and kept belongings after delivery dispute
Sat
News: Military · World
Gulf states condemn Iran after drone attack on Bahrain
Thu
News: Energy · California
BLM approves Central Coast leasing updates, opening path for new oil and gas sales