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Sheriff’s office to report on ICE access to Kern County individuals at TRUTH Act forum
Next month, local advocacy groups and the Kern County Sheriff’s Office will reveal data about the local immigrant community at Kern County’s first TRUTH Act Forum.
Two former teachers to join KHSD board and have big plans for the district
For the first time in two decades, two women will serve as Kern High School District trustees, helping to steer the direction of the one of the state’s largest districts.
ROUNDUP: Kern County election results
Here are the unofficial Kern County election results as of 8 a.m. Wednesday morning.
21st Congressional District
Incumbent David Valadao defeated Democratic challenger TJ Cox.
YOUTH PERSPECTIVES: First-time voter wants to make a difference with his vote
Adan Cruz, a 21-year-old Bakersfield College student, voted for the first time today, Election Day 2018.
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COMMON: ‘Voting is one of the greatest things a young person can do’
Academy Award-winning actor and three-time Grammy recipient Common told local students they have the power to make a difference by voting.
Kern County’s new ACLU office seeks to protect ‘cherished constitutional rights’
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Southern California celebrated the opening day of the new Kern County office Thursday morning with a press conference in front of the Liberty Bell in downtown Bakersfield.
Community Blog
The California Endowment seeks input from partners for future work
The California Endowment is seeking input from its partners on how funds should be allocated over the next few years.
Beyond South Kern
South Kern Sol’s executive director inspires youth to lift up their voices and dream big
Editor’s Note: To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, South Kern Sol is highlighting notable latinos in Kern County who are working to create positive change in their community.