Today, the City of Bakersfield announced they have been awarded a $1.9 million state grant to support and address homelessness through mental health services, substance-use disorder treatment and diversion programs.
The Fearless for Justice March aims to raise public awareness about Sikhs facing repression
Bakersfield resident Rajinder Singh Chauhan was 17 years old and living in New Delhi on October 31, 1984, a day that changed his life forever.
Despite being one of the fastest-growing demographic groups in the U.S., Latinas continue to face a stark pay gap.
Camila Chávez, daughter of Dolores Huerta accepts an award on behalf of her mother. Andres Chávez, grandson of Cesar Chávez is standing next to her.
In an effort to help more families in Kern County access higher education, the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS) is offering up to $1,500 in free funds for eligible students.
Riddhi Patel, who was arrested and accused of 21 felony counts after she made threatening remarks towards Bakersfield city council members during the Bakersfield City Council meeting last April appeared in court this week for the preliminary hearing.
Photo from Services, Immigrant Rights & Education Network (SIREN)
As labor and hunger strikes have come to an end inside Kern County’s immigration detention centers, the personal stories of detainees and their families reveal the deep emotional wounds caused by these facilities.
Camila Chávez and her mother, Dolores Huerta at DNC in Chicago.
Once again, Dolores Huerta (who else?)