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‘We don’t need our schools to be so politicized’
In an attempt to hold schools accountable, the Board of Education Improvement Coalition has started to find people for the Board of Education seats.
Groundbreaking new Peace and Justice Center set to transform Bakersfield’s community landscape
Locals can mark their calendars for the groundbreaking new development of the Dolores Huerta Foundation’s (DHF) Peace and Justice Center, which is expected to be finished in Fall 2026.
Elizabeth Martinez is pouring into the community that she loves one connection at a time
Editor’s Note: To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Kern Sol News is highlighting notable Hispanic leaders in Kern County who are working to create positive change in their community.
Advocates speak against solitary confinement in immigration detention centers and prisons
The California State Assembly passed AB 280, the California Mandela Act, and according to a release from Immigrant Defense Advocates, this is the second year it has gotten support from the California legislature.
‘It felt like a slap in the face’: students outraged with CSU tuition increase
Countless students in the California State University (CSU) system are left feeling frustrated, disappointed, and as if their voice doesn’t matter.
McKinley Elementary combats low attendance rates with Walk to School event
McKinley Elementary School students, parents, guardians, and teachers were welcomed to class by Bakersfield High School’s (BHS) cheer team and community volunteers.
‘They dedicated their lives during a time when racism was at an all-time high’: a committee starts to honor African American Vets
Kern County Parks and Recreation District 5 Commissioner Ucedrah Osby requested to start a committee dedicated to creating an African American Veterans Memorial.
Community advocates forge on despite strained relationship with Bakersfield city officials
If a friend were in a toxic or abusive relationship, most people would agree that they’d urge their friend to leave or fight back.
Break the stigma: youth-led event promotes mental health awareness
On August 2, the nonprofit Children First ended their summer high school internship program with a week of daily events showcasing students’ community projects.
Free resources for BC and CSUB students
California State University (CSUB) of Bakersfield and Bakersfield College (BC) are two of the more well-known higher education institutions that offer Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees plus support for transferring students.