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Op-Ed: Bakersfield Still Needs More Trees
I strongly believe that trees are a vital public health amenity. From my own experiences, I have seen how communities with low tree canopy make it harder for children to spend time outdoors.
Planning Commission Denies Appeal of California City Detention Center Site Plan
On July 7, the California City Planning Commission met to hear an appeal filed by Jehan Laner on behalf of the Dignity Not Detention Coalition regarding CoreCivic’s California City detention center.
GEO Group to Pay Settlement and Provide Additional Protections for Detained Workers
The GEO Group reached a $100,000 settlement with the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) and must provide proper safety equipment to detained workers.
Workers, Advocates Highlight Importance of Heat Safety in the Fields
As temperatures continue to rise across the Central Valley, farmworkers face dangerous heat during their daily work.
New McFarland Detention Center Expands Immigration Facilities in Kern County
On June 30, two Kern Sol News reporters visited the Golden State Annex detention facility located in McFarland.
DJUHSD to Rename High School: Chavez Collegiate High School
The Delano Joint Union High School District held a special meeting on June 29 and voted to rename Cesar E.
Community Members Request County Funding for Drainage Basin
Community members from Athal, now known as Unidos Por el Agua, and Fuller Acres attended the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday to ask for funding for a drainage basin.
Community Calls on County to Still Inspect Detention Centers
During the Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Public Health Department gave an update on inspections conducted at detention centers in Kern County and on the county’s authority.
Community Gathers Outside Valadao Office To Protest Health Care Cuts
On June 30, residents, healthcare workers, and community advocates protested outside Valadao’s office to urge Representative David Valadao, who serves Congressional District 22, to change his vote on defunding public health care.
Arvin Moves Forward With Upgrades to All Five City Parks
A $56,777 donation to Felicita Park will fund new exercise equipment, solar lighting, restrooms, and other improvements.