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‘We Gather Not in Despair, but in Defiance,’ Speakers Tell Bakersfield ‘No Kings’ Rally
Hundreds of community members gathered Saturday at Mill Creek Park in Bakersfield for the “No Kings” rally, part of a nationwide event promoting equality, justice, and civic participation.
Vigil for Palestinians contrasts with Charlie Kirk memorial in Bakersfield
A protest rally and vigil in support of Palestinians was held Tuesday evening at The Park at River Walk in Bakersfield, at the same time and location where a memorial event for conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was organized.
Latination 12 returns to Bakersfield with art, music and culture
Live music performing during Latination 12 on Sept. 5, 2025, in downtown Bakersfield. (Crystal Navarro/Kern Sol News)
A long-running Bakersfield arts festival made its return to Downtown Bakersfield, to celebrate Latino culture, music and art.
Agricultural Task Force hears from Bakersfield farmers on barriers to land access
The California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force held a listening session in Bakersfield on Tuesday, July 15, at Compassion Christian Center.
Shafter becomes first city to receive pesticide alert
Rural communities within Kern County are often at risk for the worst air and water quality and are not informed when pesticides are going to be sprayed, affecting many in their own backyard.
Rep. Ro Khanna to hold town halls in Republican-led CA districts
Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) will host a series of town halls on Sunday, March 23, in California districts that are currently held by Republicans.