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How CARB’s ACF rule can transform California
On August 26, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) released the first draft of their Advance Clean Fleet (ACF) rule.
ICE continues to transfer inmates despite COVID-19 surge in Kern County
As Kern County faces a rise in COVID cases and reaches ICU bed capacity, ICE is putting the lives of detained immigrants and residents in danger because of their decision to transfer inmates during the pandemic.
City of McFarland votes to keep detention facility in San Diego open
On Aug. 18, the McFarland City Council unanimously voted to keep the Western Region Detention Facility in San Diego from closing.
What you need to know about the California recall of Governor Newsom
For the second time in California history, a recall attempt against the Governor of California qualified for the ballot.
BCSD creates COVID-19 dashboard to detail weekly positive cases
The Bakersfield City School District has implemented a COVID-19 dashboard that will reflect positive COVID-19 cases reported to a school or department by an onsite student or staff member.
Housing authority providing financial assistance during COVID-19 pandemic
The Kern County Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for their Rent and Utility Assistance Program, a program that provides short-term assistance for rent and/or utility costs.