BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The unemployment rate in Kern County recorded its first increase since April, rising by nearly 10% between May and June, according to a report from the California ...

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ICE plans to open the state’s largest immigration detention center in Kern County’s California City, sparking opposition and fear of increased deportation efforts.

AD-35 is a seat Gonzales has eyed before, in the 2024 cycle, though he ultimately bowed out.

The APC program is for individuals who are ready to turn a new leaf in life. In the program they teach their students social skills, and lessons that will help them reintegrate back into society.

A federal court has issued an injunction against U.S. Border Patrol following a series of immigration raids earlier this year in Kern County, prompting renewed scrutiny from civil rights advocates.

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Initial location: Kern County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Pico A new wildfire was reported 8:35 p.m. July 10 in Kern County, California. Pico Fire has been burning on private land for ...

Fire name: Power A new wildfire was reported 2:37 p.m. July 19 in Kern County, California. Power Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service for 41 hours.

Initial location: Kern County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Lakeside A new wildfire was reported today at 4:46 p.m. in Kern County, California. Lakeside Fire has been burning on private land.

Fay Fire initially started 3:19 p.m. July 15 in Kern County, California. It has burned 648 acres after being active for four days. As of Saturday morning, the fire crew effectively contained 49% ...