Bakersfield Gets $5M to Prevent Domestic Violence Deaths
A survivor who lost her arm is sharing her story as Bakersfield launches a $5 million violence prevention program. The city is using data to stop domestic violence before it turns deadly.
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Bakersfield Cancer Center Throws Free Luau for Survivors
Cancer survivors and their families are invited to a free celebration in Bakersfield on June 2, complete with hula dancing, food, and a community photo. The Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center's sixth annual event has grown each year, welcoming survivors of all ages and treatment stages.
Bakersfield College Partners with Credit Union for Startups
Small business owners in Kern County now have a powerful new ally in their corner. Bakersfield College Launchpad and Valley Strong Credit Union are teaming up to give local entrepreneurs the financial know-how they need to succeed.
School Nurse Saves Student During Cardiac Emergency
A high school nurse in Bakersfield used her emergency room experience to save a student's life during a critical cardiac event. Jennifer Baldoni's quick response at Frontier High School shows why having trained medical professionals on campus matters.
7-Year-Old Smashes World Record by 27 Seconds
Emelie Chavez just became the fastest 7-year-old distance runner on the planet, crushing the previous world record by nearly half a minute. The shy Bakersfield girl runs at a pace most high school athletes can't match.
7-Year-Old Breaks World Record for 3000 Meters in California
A Bakersfield girl just became the fastest seven-year-old in the world at the 3000 meters, running nearly half a second faster per lap than the previous record. Emelie Chavez crossed the finish line in tears, telling her dad "it hurt so much" before breaking into the biggest smile.
Kern County Wildlife Rescues Triple, Volunteers Needed
A volunteer group in California rescued nearly 100 wild animals this year, triple last year's total, and needs more drivers to keep up with demand. Early births due to climate shifts mean more baby owls, rabbits, and possums need urgent transport to care centers.
Nipomo 8U Softball Team Wins Championship as Underdogs
A group of eight and nine-year-old girls from tiny Nipomo, California, entered their tournament in 7th place and left as champions. The Icebreakers beat teams from much bigger cities to claim the Midseason Madness championship title.
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16 Students in Poverty-Stricken Town Get Full UC Rides
Sixteen high school seniors from one of California's poorest towns just won full scholarships covering tuition, housing, and meals at UC Merced. For students in Arvin, where many families struggle to make ends meet, these four-year rides worth $160,000 each are changing everything.
Kern County Library Volunteers Power Community Programs
Volunteers at California's Kern County Library system are doing far more than shelving books. They're stocking seed libraries, prepping craft programs, and freeing up staff to focus on essential community services like free meals and storytimes.
California Hub Now Charges 200 Electric Semi Trucks Daily
A California charging depot just doubled its capacity to power 200 electric semi trucks per day, matching what traditional diesel stops can handle. The upgrade includes ultra-fast megawatt charging that can fill massive truck batteries in record time.
California Lands $400M Investment, 700 Jobs at Summit
California attracted hundreds of international investors and secured a $400 million expansion deal at the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit. The state led its largest delegation ever, showcasing opportunities across 33 regional partners to strengthen its position as America's top destination for foreign investment.