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ICE Raids in Latino California District Spark Fears of Voter Suppression

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA — A surge in federal immigration arrests across California’s Central Valley is fueling accusations of voter intimidation in a closely contested congressional district where Latino voters make up a large majority of the population. Federal immigration agents have increased operations in and around Bakersfield and nearby communities in recent weeks. Preliminary Department of Homeland Security data reviewed by Reuters showed arrests in Bakersfield climbing to nearly 10 per day in mid-October, while agents arrested at least seven people over several days in Wasco. The White House directed the enforcement surge, according to a U.S. official cited by Reuters. The activity is occurring in California’s 22nd Congressional District, where Republican Rep. David Valadao faces Democrat Randy Villegas. Villegas called the timing a “very clear attempt” to intimidate voters, while Valadao acknowledged the fear within immigrant communities and said enforcement should focus on people who pose public-safety threats. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); There is no public evidence establishing that the raids were ordered specifically to reduce voter turnout. However, immigrant-rights groups say the operations are discouraging some U.S. citizens from leaving home or participating in the election because they fear encounters with federal agents

Bakersfield, CA · 9d

KGET

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A look at local Kern County races

Kern County, CA · 5d

KERO 23 Bakersfield

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Kern County voters weigh in on California governor's race as

Kern County, CA · 5d

yourcentralvalley.com

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Officials announce Randy Villegas as projected winner of key battleground CA-22 seat, defeating David Valadao

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Randy Villegas is officially projected to win the race for Congressional District 22, flipping the red battleground seat blue, according to the Associated Press on Wednesday morning. By the time the AP called the race for Villegas on Nov. 4, the progressive first-time candidate led...

Bakersfield, CA · 5d
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Ramkabir Motel housing project construction in central Bakersfield set to begin November

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The transformation of a vacant motel on Union Avenue into housing units is anticipated to begin early this month and wrap up after about 10 months, according to the regular Bakersfield City Council meeting agenda for Wednesday. The Council is set to consider combining two separate grant funds in the total […]

Bakersfield, CA · 7d

KMPH.com

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Dog rescued after heard crying from covered truck bed in Kern Co

KERN COUNTY, Calif. (FOX26) — A dog was rescued by firefighters after it was heard crying from a covered truck bed in Kern County. The Kern County Fire Department says they were contacted by a concerned citizen who heard the dog barking from the covered bed of a pickup truck.

Kern County, CA · 7d

Bakersfield Now

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Kern County registrar outlines ballot chain-of-custody, vault storage and signature checks

BAKERSFIELD, Calif (KBAK/KBFX) With Tuesday’s midterm election approaching, Democracy Defenders Action, a progressive advocacy group, held a virtual briefing on competitive races and potential election threats, including how disputes over vote counting and certification could play out after Election Day. The presentation portion of the briefing was off the...

Kern County, CA · 7d

KGET

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Incumbent Bryan Batey leading in Kern High School Board Area 5 race

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — In the race for the Kern High School Board’s fifth service area, the race’s incumbent Bryan Batey is leading in the polls. According to poll data from around 10 p.m., Batey was leading in the race with 55% of the vote, or about 7,300 cast for him. His opponent, Michelle Shaw, […]

Bakersfield, CA · 5d

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Study pinpoints Bakersfield's most dangerous spots for collisions

A new study has identified some of the most dangerous areas for collisions in Bakersfield, with the area around 23rd Street, 24th Street, and Chester Avenue topping the list.

Bakersfield, CA · 11d

KGET

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State disclosure forms show elected officials accepting wine, free tickets and more while in office – but the law says it’s above board

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – Hundreds of dollars worth of wine, free concert and event tickets and custom clothing.  California law says elected officials can accept these gifts – up to a certain extent – but it’s a litmus test for voters.  Once per year, elected officials, candidates for office and some public employees must file […]

California · 10d

The Cool Down

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California homeowner with asthma gets gas appliances replaced for free, plus solar and a battery

Perez's property was the first home to receive a full retrofit through the program.

Kern County, CA · 8d

KGET

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Bakersfield City Council to consider purchasing new trees in response to drought-related loss

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield City Council on Wednesday is set to continue weighing the purchase of trees through a local provider following discussion from a previous meeting. The city wants to buy 15-gallon and 24-inch box trees from Zack’s Big Trees & Nursery in Bakersfield, according to the meeting agenda. The trees would […]

Bakersfield, CA · 7d

hsjchronicle.com

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Civil Rights Groups Warn County Election Day Rules Could Hinder Media Coverage of Voting

Several of California’s largest counties have rolled out Election Day media policies that press advocates say overstep state law and threaten First Amendment protections for journalists covering the polls. A coalition of news organizations, spearheaded by CalMatters, along with the First Amendment Coalition, sent a formal letter to Kern...

Kern County, CA · 7d

SJV Water

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State refuses to declare golden mussel emergency because there is no “long-term solution”

Kern County water managers and officials were left scratching their heads after the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) refused to declare an emergency due to golden mussels because “…there is no identified long-term solution to eliminate or control the continuation of the Golden Mussel Invasion,” according to a letter from CalOES.

Kern County, CA · 10d

Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register

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Live election results for key Tulare County races

Voters in Tulare County face dozens of choices in the midterm elections, and results are rolling in. We're tracking real-time results in key races on local voters' ballot. Polls in California close at 8 p.m. on Nov. 3. This will be updated as results are reported by the California Secretary of State and the Tulare County Registrar of Voters . Find your polling place to vote in person between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Election Day by entering your address at sos.ca.gov/elections/polling-place . You can also find your polling place on the California Secretary of State’s website or by calling: (800) 345-VOTE (8683). View the guide online here . Live: Updates as Tulare County votes in 2026 midterm election Check voter status: Check your voter status at My Voter Status to confirm mailing address and status. Track your ballot: Track your vote-by-mail ballot by signing up for Where's My Ballot to receive text, email, or voice status alerts. More information: More Tulare County FAQs can be found here . Election results will be updated as reports are released by Tulare County Registrar of Voters. Check back for updates. The results show the top three vote getters, if the race

Tulare County, CA · 7d

YourCentralValley.com

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$71 million improvements coming to Highway 99 interchange in Visalia

Construction has begun on the $71.1 million Highway 99 Caldwell Avenue Interchange Project in Visalia to improve traffic flow through new roundabouts.

Visalia, CA · 10d

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City of Bakersfield grease drop-offs open for holiday season

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The city of Bakersfield is opening their holiday grease drop-off locations for the season. The city is reminding its residents not to dispose of cooking grease down residential sink drains as it can cause clogs and backup. The grease collection locations are as follows: These locations are open from 8 a.m. […]

Bakersfield, CA · 7d

Bakersfield Now

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Autumn storm brings wet finish to the month in Kern County

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — We're closing out one month and entering another on the wet side around Kern County. An autumn storm from the North Pacific, combined with a southern stream system from a strong subtropical jet stream, is moving in from the West Coast into the Desert Southwest.

Kern County, CA · 8d