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Health Advocates Warn Senate Inaction Could Leave Millions Without Coverage
The U.S. Senate on Thursday failed to pass competing health care proposals aimed at extending or replacing enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits, a legislative setback that advocates warn could send insurance costs soaring for millions beginning in 2026.
Q&A: Brianda Castro Discusses Central Valley Air Quality
By: Angel Rivera
Brianda Castro, Climate Equity and Environmental Justice Associate at the California Central Asthma Collaborative, discussed air quality in the Central Valley and how people can protect themselves and drive change.
Officials Discuss Aquifer Exemption Plan at Community Hearing
On Dec 9, California Geologic Energy Management (CalGem) and the California Water Board. held a public hearing to discuss the proposed expansion of Class II injection in the Kern River Reservoir in the North Central areas of Kern County to increase oil recovery.
Kern County board drops plan to post Ten Commandments in classrooms
The Kern County Board of Education on Tuesday decided not to move forward with a proposal that would have required the Ten Commandments to be displayed in classrooms at several county schools.
Allensworth Celebrates 160 Years Since the 13th Amendment’s Passage
At Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park, inside the First Baptist Church, a special event was held on Saturday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
Through Adversity, Delano Local Becomes New Elected Mayor
Salvador Solorio-Ruiz, a Delano local who has been active in the community since he was a youth, has been elected to serve as the Delano mayor.
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House of Hope Announces Next Food Distribution For Local Residents
In a continued effort to serve local families in need, the House of Hope, a ministry of the Church of the Living Savior, is preparing to host their next food drive on Dec.
Beyond South Kern
California Governor Candidates Discuss Health, Housing, and Equity
Four out of the ten candidates for California governor for the 2026 governor election shared their plans to tackle health inequities, housing costs, and climate challenges on Friday during a statewide forum hosted at the University of California, Riverside.