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:
Bakersfield meat market brace for impact as food prices continue to rise
As many Americans grow weary of inflation, rising prices, and the cost of living, they are also voicing their struggles to survive in the current economy.
Californians gather in Delano to honor Cesar Chavez and support immigrant rights
People from across California gathered in Delano on March 31 to demonstrate their solidarity with immigrant communities and to celebrate former civil rights advocate Cesar Chavez, who once led a five-year strike challenging California farmers in Delano, demanding fair wages and better working conditions for farm laborers.
Mental health awareness takes center stage at Wasco’s first arts festival
The City of Wasco recently hosted its first Mental Health Awareness and Arts Festival, bringing the community together to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and celebrate creativity.
Environmental groups and water agencies present their arguments at the 5th Appellate Court in Fresno
On March 20, a hearing was held at the 5th District Court of Appeals in Fresno, where attorneys presented arguments to Judges Detjen, Peña Jr.,
Bakersfield residents rally to bring water back to the Kern River
Bakersfield residents gathered on Saturday, March 15, to participate in the March for the River, an event aimed at raising awareness about water diversion issues affecting the Kern River.
Basic human rights shouldn’t come at a cost: community member speaks out
Last week, the GOP introduced a budget plan that would eliminate Medicaid and SNAP assistance nationwide, a move that threatens essential support for millions of low-income individuals and families.
Detained, beaten, and denied rights: protesters demand release of immigrant in McFarland
On February 21, Bay Area resident Ulises Peña Lopez was detained in Santa Clara County and transferred to the Golden State Annex Detention Center in McFarland, California.
Community raises concerns over Earlimart School District’s spending and layoffs
Through a post shared on social media by Delano Life, community members were able to read in detail what parents, teachers, and families are asking from the Earlimart School District.
Delano residents voice concerns over North Kern Cemetery maintenance
Over recent months, many have expressed their concerns and frustrations regarding the North Kern Cemetery in Delano on social media and in public.
“We will always fight”: Kern County students rally for immigrants
On Wednesday, high schools in Bakersfield led a peaceful protest, showing their solidarity for those who cannot use their own voice.