The Importance of Alleviating the Doctor Shortage in Kern County

Assemblymember Dr. Jasmeet Bains introduced the Grow Our Own Doctors Act last week. If passed, the University of California (UC) system would have a year to build a medical school in Kern County, and if they don’t, California State University, Bakersfield, or the Kern Community College District would have the authority to do so. 

Black Student Achievement Takes Center Stage in Governor’s Race

With Black students in California continuing to face wide gaps in reading, math proficiency, discipline rates, and access to advanced coursework, seven gubernatorial candidates made their case directly to Black families during a statewide education forum hosted by The Sacramento Observer in partnership with California Black Media and the Black in School Coalition.

California Lawmaker Revives CalCare Proposal for Statewide Single-Payer Health Care

California Assemblymember Ash Kalra and the California Nurses Association reintroduced legislation that would create a single-payer health care system in the state.

Food Pantries Across Kern Help Alleviate Food Insecurity 

In rural Kern County, limited resources and funding have made addressing food insecurity a challenge. Local community organizations, churches, small businesses, and donors have worked together to provide food assistance through distributions and food pantries in smaller communities.

House Passes SAVE Act Tightening Voter Registration

The House on Wednesday passed the Save Act, a bill that would make major changes to federal voting rules, including requiring proof of U.S.

KCCD Hosts African American Leaders Luncheon

Thursday, the Kern Community College District (KCCD) held an African American Luncheon with a panel of local Black leaders to discuss what leadership looks like and how they serve their communities.