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Op-Ed: The Emotional Toll of ICE on Families

January 23, 2026 / By
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By: Mariangela Velazquez, Youth Reporter

Recently, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, also known as ICE, has been a problem all over the country.

Op-ed: AI and ChatGPT Usage Should be Limited

January 14, 2026 / By
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By: Alyssa Ramirez

The new and most popular AI ( artificial intelligence) tool in the world is ChatGPT.

 Sol On The Street: Small Businesses Reflect on the Year

December 23, 2025 / By and
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Kern Sol News spoke to small local businesses in Delano and McFarland to ask a few questions: What accomplishments are they proud of this year, and what do they hope to accomplish by the end of next year? 

Op-Ed: An Open Letter from California Jobs First Governance Council

October 10, 2025 / By
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Op-Ed by: Joey Williams and Lori Pesante

Hagare’ Naam (Hello in Kawaiisu),

There was much excitement two years ago when community members were asked if they had an interest in running for the California Jobs First Governance Council (“GC”), formerly known as CERF, to select projects for $9 million in CJF Catalyst funding. 

COMMENTARY: Kudos to CSUB for recognizing local historical labor icons

October 7, 2024 / By

Camila Chávez, daughter of Dolores Huerta accepts an award on behalf of her mother. Andres Chávez, grandson of Cesar Chávez is standing next to her.

Mariachi exhibit hits a personal note

July 15, 2024 / By
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Iconic singer Javier Solis performs in concert accompanied by Mariachi Potosino in Chicago, early 60s. My father is the second from left playing violin.