Breanna Polk
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Kern County officials give updates on flood response
On Monday, March 13, Kern County first responder agencies held a press conference to give updates about the flooding and the county's response so far. → Read More
State water board addresses critical overdraft of 6 California groundwater basins
The Kern groundwater basin is one of the half dozen in the state identified as "inadequate" by the California Department of Water Resources. → Read More
Bakersfield City Council approves H Street Corridor Improvement Project
The H Street project is part of the larger Downtown Corridor Improvement Project, which aims to make Downtown more safe and accessible for pedestrians and bicyclists. → Read More
Winter weather continues to impact Kern County roads
CHP Bakersfield Officer Tomas Martinez says it plainly: "If you can postpone your trip, please postpone it." → Read More
A Phenomenal event is coming to kick off Women's History Month
Becoming Phenomenally You of Bakersfield is bringing the Phenomenal Woman empowerment event back to the Bakersfield Country Club in March. → Read More
Bakersfield self-care entrepreneur wants others to know they can succeed
Alexandria Guyton, owner of A&B Naturals Eco Market in downtown Bakersfield, says her inspiration is being an example of success to the younger generations. → Read More
United Way of Kern's Chocolate Affair event returned to Bakersfield
United Way of Kern hosted its ninth annual Chocolate Affair. The event is a fundraiser where all proceeds go towards their programs that enhance childhood literacy throughout the community. → Read More
IRS urges accurate tax filing and scam awareness for 2023 season
Raphael Tulino with the IRS says that "under no circumstance" will the IRS ever call a taxpayer uninvited and make demands for information or money. → Read More
Black Trailblazers: Celebrating the legacy of leadership
Community leaders Traco Matthews and T Johnson say the best way to honor the legacy of Black leaders of the past is to pass it on to the Black leaders of the future. → Read More
Central Valley town Allensworth celebrates Black history
Community members gathered in Allensworth for active learning experiences that highlight the history of the central valley on Sat, Feb 11. → Read More
Honoring the legacy of Black inventors: Everyday items that shape our world
Today and every day, millions of Americans will use, enjoy, and be protected by the creations and innovations of African American inventors. → Read More
Bakersfield high schoolers start STEM fair for underprivileged youth
A group of high school seniors hosted a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fair for foster and under-served youth in the community. → Read More
Behind 'Killing County': A deep dive into the docu-series
“Killing County,” the ABC News Studios and Hulu docu-series is now available to watch online. The series takes a look at police tactics here in Kern. → Read More
Black resistance is the theme of this year's Black History Month
Black History Month is a time not only to acknowledge how far the Black community has come, but to honor the advocates who keep moving forward. → Read More
A local look at Tyre Nichols' death and what needs to change
The police body camera footage of the tragic death of Tyre Nichols, the 29-year-old Memphis man who was beaten during his arrest, was released on Fri, Jan 27. The protests were peaceful nationwide. → Read More
Candlelight vigil marks one year since the death of 16-year-old Angel Berumen
Angel's mother, Jasmine Burleson, says her mission to seek justice continues because "my son deserved better than to just be left on the street." → Read More
New USDA program provides funding for rural businesses, ag producers, to make energy efficiency upgrades
Officials with the USDA met with community members at Bakersfield College to talk about the REAP Project, which provides funds meant to improve the quality of life in rural areas. → Read More
How does a story become the news? A behind-the-scenes look at
For National News Literacy Week (January 23-27, 2023) 23ABC is inviting you to peek behind the curtain and see what really goes into making the news you watch every night. → Read More
Reflecting on the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Sunday marked 50 years since the supreme court issued its landmark decision in Roe v. Wade, recognizing the constitutional right to abortion. → Read More
Kern County Human Trafficking Task Force hosted an Anti-Trafficking Volleyball Tournament
January is Human Trafficking Awareness month and that is why the Kern County Human Trafficking Task Force is hosting events to help spread awareness → Read More