Crystal Navarro
Crystal Navarro has been a staff reporter with Kern Sol since January 2025. She was born and raised in Delano and attended the University of Roehampton in London, England. There she obtained her Bachelor's of Art in English Literature. You can reach her at Crystal@southkernsol.org Posts by Crystal Navarro:
CA Organization Fights for Reproductive Justice for Detained Individuals
The California Latinas for Reproductive Justice (CLRJ) is a statewide organization that advocates for healthcare access, reproductive rights, and bodily autonomy for Latina/e women, young girls, and the whole community.
Community Organizations Discuss Efforts to Fight Data Centers
On August 27, a series of community organizations from across California joined together to discuss the fight against the rise of data centers in their respective communities.
Tulare County Residents Continue To Oppose Proposed Data Center
On August 18, the Tulare County 24th District Agricultural Association (DAA) held its monthly meeting at the Tulare County Fairgrounds, where concerned constituents offered public comments about a proposed data center by Global Stack LLC.
Earlimart School District Continues Free Meal Program for Students
The Earlimart School District (ESD) recently announced that it will amend its policy to provide free meals to students under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
Tulare Council Rejects Request for Data Center Informational Session
On August 4, in a 4-1 vote, the Tulare City Council meeting decided not to discuss the pros and cons of a data center, even though a council member had requested to place the item on the agenda for August 18 to decide if they should have a study session at a future date.
San Joaquin Valley Air District Discusses AB 617, Air Pollution in Shafter
On August 8, the California Strategic Growth Council and Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) invited the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District to provide an update on the Valley Air Quality efforts being made in Shafter.
Kern County Board Approves New Regulations for Sidewalk Vendors
On Tuesday morning, the Kern County Counsel’s Office requested that the Kern County Board of Supervisors amend the following: Chapter 5.04 and Section 19.08.450 of the ordinance code regarding sidewalk vendors and add Chapter 5.31, which the board approved with a 5-0 vote.
New McFarland Detention Center Expands Immigration Facilities in Kern County
On June 30, two Kern Sol News reporters visited the Golden State Annex detention facility located in McFarland.
DJUHSD to Rename High School: Chavez Collegiate High School
The Delano Joint Union High School District held a special meeting on June 29 and voted to rename Cesar E.
Poplar Nonprofit Faces Eviction After Years of Service
In May, the Central Valley Empowerment Alliance (CVEA), a grassroots organization based in Poplar, California, received an eviction notice from the Poplar Community Service District to remove its belongings from the Larry Itilong Center in town.