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Op-Ed: Inside CoreCivic’s California City Detention Facility
On January 6, 2025, I had the opportunity to visit detainee Fernando Chavez at Core Civic’s Detention Center in California City.
Dr. Yu Loses Medical License, Mother Speaks Out
As of January 2, 2026, Dr. Han Yu was ordered to stop practicing medicine for the time being due to failing his competency exam.
Federal Child Care Funding Freeze Affects State Programs and Service Delivery
On Jan. 6, 2026, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) moved to freeze access to major federal programs that support child care subsidies and family services.
Athal Community Goes Without Water For Almost a Week
UPDATE: A community member confirmed the water was restored Saturday night (January 17); however, they are still advocating for change.
Community Meetings for Sewer Rate Updates
The community is welcome to join several upcoming meetings regarding the proposed sewer rate increases in Bakersfield.
Federal Judge Stops ICE Civil Arrests at Immigration Courts in Part of California
On December 24, Federal Judge Casey Pitts halted policies that allowed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest individuals attending routine immigration court hearings.
Pareja decide abandonar Estados Unidos por miedo a ser detenidos y deportados debido a políticas migratorias agresivas
Por Alfonso Sierra / El Popular
BAKERSFIELD, CA – Una pareja que ha vivido en la ciudad de Bakersfield durante 35 años ha decidido enfrentarse a una de sus peores pesadillas.
Kern County District Four Holds Community Clothing Drive
From Dec. 18 to Jan. 31, Kern County District Four will host a clothing drive open to community participation.
Bakersfield Realtor Explains Housing Market and Steps to Buying a Home
Buying a home for the first time can be a daunting thought, especially as the cost of homes rises.
Kern County Public Health Discusses 2025 Data and Holiday Health Tips
As 2025 comes to a close, Michelle Corson, Program Manager and Public Relations Officer for Kern County Public Health, discussed preliminary data on topics including Valley Fever and measles.