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Robert Therman

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Raised in Bakersfield, California, Robert Therman is the Antelope Valley reporter for Times Media Service, based in Lancaster, California. Therman covers local news in Lancaster, Palmdale and Quartz Hill, including city government, schools, the aerospace industry, public safety, development and community life. Therman holds a master's degree in journalism.

Stories by Robert Therman

9 stories

  1. September 2026

    1 story: 1 news story

  2. Mon

    News: Science · California

    Magnitude 3.6 earthquake strikes off Hermosa Beach; no damage reported in initial checks

    The USGS reported a magnitude 3.6 quake 3.7 miles off Hermosa Beach; local agencies reported no damage in initial checks.

  3. August 2026

    2 stories: 2 explainers

  4. Fri

    Explainer · Crime and Justice · United States

    What the latest ruling blocking Trump’s mail-ballot plan means

  5. Sat

    Explainer · Science · California

    What California voters know — and do not yet know — about the CALM Zoo ballot measure

  6. July 2026

    4 stories: 4 explainers

  7. Sun

    Explainer · Transportation · Victorville, California

    Victorville rail agreement moves High Desert Corridor planning forward, but construction is still years away

    California High-Speed Rail Authority signs July 20 pact to plan Victor Valley-Palmdale route, with federal decision expected by 2027.

  8. Thu

    Explainer · Food and Dining · Florida

    Burger King’s new Florida-based push explains what the chain is changing for Whoppers and customer service

  9. Sat

    Explainer · Transportation · World

    Why airlines say changing daylight saving time would ripple through flight schedules

  10. Mon

    Explainer · Weather · Ridgecrest

    Preliminary 4.3 quake near Johannesburg rattles eastern Kern County, with final size still under review

    The USGS is reviewing a preliminary magnitude 4.3 earthquake that struck near Johannesburg, rattling Kern County and Southern California.

  11. June 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  12. Tue

    News: Crime and Justice · California

    California couple says mover doubled price mid-move and held belongings after disputed delivery

  13. Thu

    News: Weather · World

    USGS issues red alerts after two major earthquakes hit Venezuela; US readies aid