Haley Duval
Haley is a reporter for Kern Sol News since December of 2023. She was born and raised in East Bakersfield and went to Foothill High School. Haley studied Journalism at Bakersfield College. When Haley is not reporting, she enjoys writing poetry, reading, traveling and spending time with friends and family. She can be reach at haley@southkernsol.org. Posts by Haley Duval:
DOJ Opposes Mental Health Diversion for Ex-Kern Supervisor Scrivner
A spokesperson representing the California Department of Justice (DOJ) said it opposed the court’s decision to grant mental health diversion to former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner, who faces multiple felony charges, including child endangerment and possession of an assault weapon.
‘Power comes from relationships’: Daniel Rodela organizes in Kern County
Daniel Rodela was still a child when he first visited Taft in the summer of 1994, but the image he encountered stayed with him for decades.
Faith in the Valley hosts Seeds of Hope gathering in Kern County
Community members from across Kern County gathered Sunday at Taft United Methodist Church for Seeds of Hope, a faith-based event focused on helping residents work together to improve their communities.
California lawmaker calls for federal review in Scrivner criminal case
Former Kern County Supervisor Zachary Scrivner appears in court during his mental health diversion hearing in Bakersfield, Calif.,
Judge Grants Zack Scrivner Mental Health Diversion
Former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner walks out of Kern County Superior Court on Friday after a judge granted him mental health diversion.
Kern supervisors advance Hart Park repair project
Photo of the riverbank along the Kern River at Hart Park in Bakersfield, Calif., in March.
California laws taking effect in 2026
A broad set of new California laws will begin taking effect in 2026, affecting schools, workplaces, consumers, public safety and other areas.
First Palestinian Culture Fest held in Bakersfield
Music, traditional dance, and the aroma of Palestinian food filled the air Saturday as community members gathered along Stockdale Highway for the first annual Palestine Culture Fest, the first event of its kind held in Bakersfield.
Kern County board drops plan to post Ten Commandments in classrooms
The Kern County Board of Education on Tuesday decided not to move forward with a proposal that would have required the Ten Commandments to be displayed in classrooms at several county schools.
Bakersfield Seeks Public Input in Search for New Police Chief
The city of Bakersfield is asking residents to share their views on what qualities they want to see in the next chief of police as longtime Chief Greg Terry prepares to retire this spring.