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California Survey Releases Data on Poverty, Healthcare, and Discrimination
Nearly half of low-income Californians could not afford enough food in the past year, and one in 11 residents reported experiencing a hate act, according to a new report from the California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) released by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research.
California’s tentative budget update includes Medi-Cal cuts, housing aid, and university relief
With California facing a $321.1 billion budget deficit, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a tentative agreement with the state legislature Tuesday that includes cuts to Medicaid access for undocumented residents, increased grants for homelessness and housing programs, and the reversal of funding cuts to the University of California and California State University systems.
Bakersfield meat market brace for impact as food prices continue to rise
As many Americans grow weary of inflation, rising prices, and the cost of living, they are also voicing their struggles to survive in the current economy.
Bakersfield College Launchpad fuels local entrepreneurs with resources and grants
Bakersfield College’s Launchpad, located in the heart of downtown at the KCCD Weill Institute, has become a hub for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking guidance, mentorship, and resources.
Sewer line project set to transform Southeast Bakersfield with housing and economic growth
City officials, community leaders, and funding partners held a celebration of the installation of a new sewer line along South MLK Boulevard in Southeast Bakersfield, last week.
Governor Newsom highlights job creation efforts in Kern County
Governor Gavin Newsom visited a sustainable, low-emissions cement plant in Lebec yesterday as part of his push to expand job opportunities in California’s environmentally friendly industries.