Jocelynn Landon
Jocelynn Landon (she/her) has been a staff reporter with Kern Sol since January 2025. She was born and raised in Bakersfield and is currently attending Cal State Bakersfield, working to obtain her bachelor's in Communications with an emphasis in Journalism. You can reach her at Jocelynn@southkernsol.org Posts by Jocelynn Landon:
“Make a seat at the table”: Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts Latinas in Business and Leadership online webinar
The Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted a Latinas in Business and Leadership online webinar panel discussion on March 13.
Community testimonies lead BCSD to reject autism program cuts
The BCSD district introduced a resolution regarding potentially eliminating the high-functioning autism program, which could affect students starting in August 2025.
Knowing Your Rights shouldn’t come at a cost: Kern County residents “don’t” pay for red cards
With the recent climate in Kern County regarding deportation and the population’s desire to become more informed about their rights, there has been an increased desire for accessible immigration resources in the community.
Cal State Bakersfield students march to show solidarity for marginalized communities
Students at Cal State Bakersfield advocate for change and visibility through a Student for Solidarity March, bringing awareness to not only immigration issues but also issues affecting all marginalized communities on the CSUB campus.
Dr. Shree Walker shatters CSUB with powerful story of resilience
Two years ago, Natasha Harris, CSUB Director of Special Programs and Student Retention Initiatives, was at a conference with some colleagues.
Despite the fear of federal freeze, key Kern County services remain intact
With the recent news of President Trump’s newest executive order to freeze federal funding, many organizations and people in Kern County are questioning what this means for the community.
Bakersfield hosts workshops to re-design Old Town Kern
A community filled with historic charm and roots needs a major upgrade, something that has been in conversation between city officials and residents for decades.
Dreaming beyond the borders: DACA recipients in Kern County share their stories
Born in Pueblo, Mexico, Christal Barrientos was always told by her family to be proud of who she was and where she was from—not defined solely as an immigrant in the United States, but as a little girl with a dream of becoming a doctor.
“¡Sí Se Puede!”: Kern County residents protest ICE raids
For many Kern County residents, these past few days have been stricken with fear as ICE/CBD held raids across the County these last three days in order to target undocumented residents, resulting in the organization of the “All Humans Are Legal” solidarity protest.
ICE agents conduct raids across Kern County
Information spread quickly across social media platforms that ICE was conducting raids in search of undocumented residents across Kern County on Tuesday, January 7.