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“¡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.
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.
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.
Kern County Workers protest fair pay at board meeting
Kern County workers and members of SEIU members rallied together during the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday regarding financial negotiations with SEIU (Service Employees International Union) Local 521.
Sol on the Street: Thanksgiving Edition
What will you be thankful for this Thanksgiving Day? For some, the holiday season can be the time to reflect on what they feel gratitude for, especially with their loved ones.