Victoria Rodgers
Victoria Rodgers is an editor and reporter for Kern Sol News. Born in Bakersfield, CA, she received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Rockford University in Illinois. She can be reached at victoria@southkernsol.org. Posts by Victoria Rodgers:
Lawsuit accuses KCSOS of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation
On January 14, Candace Neal filed a lawsuit through her attorneys at CollinsKim LLP against the Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS), alleging a workplace culture of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
Attorney General Bonta issues guidance to protect immigrant communities
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a new package of legal guidance to help state and local law enforcement, prosecutors, and defense counsel uphold state laws designed to protect immigrant communities.
Farmworker communities accuse State pesticide regulation of racism
Angel Garcia of Californians for Pesticide Reform (CPR) speaks at the news conference before the Department of Pesticide Regulation’s hearing on the pesticide 1,3-D/Telone in Visalia on January 8, 2025.
Know your rights: town halls start tonight in Kern County
Over the next few days, a collaborative group of legal counsel, attorneys, organizations, and community experts will host three different town hall presentations to help people learn about their constitutional rights in the United States.
Free child vaccinations available this January
Adventist Health is teaming up with First 5 Kern to provide free vaccinations and health services for children and families across Kern County throughout January, offering vital support to underserved communities.
Calls to shut down Kern County detention centers grow louder
In a complaint accusing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of medical negligence and weaponizing healthcare access, 21 people detained at Golden State Annex and Mesa Verde ICE Processing Facility detailed allegations of being labeled as “malingerers” to limit legal representation, medical errors, untreated health conditions, and language barriers.
California implements new rule on pesticide notification
On Thursday, the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) announced its new rule requiring advance public notice of certain hazardous agricultural pesticide applications.
Bakersfield Installation Ceremony welcomes new city council members
On Wednesday evening, Bakersfield’s City Council meeting marked a significant transition as newly elected members Larry Koman (Ward 5) and Zach Bashirtash (Ward 6) were officially sworn in, ushering in fresh representation for their districts.
Youth Academy to empower Southeast Bakersfield through sports and education
The City of Bakersfield’s Recreation and Parks Department announced plans yesterday to launch a Youth Sports and Education Academy in 2025, aiming to uplift and inspire youth in Southeast Bakersfield.
Programs available to help Kern County residents afford electric vehicles
Access Clean California (ACC) programs are now open for applications, offering grants and rebates to help residents, including those in Kern County, purchase or lease electric vehicles.