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California State Senator Melissa Hurtado has introduced a bill that has recently passed the Senate Agriculture Committee and will now advance to the Appropriations Committee. According to Hurtado, SB 224 would put California in control of its food supply chain by preventing foreign governments from purchasing agricultural land in the state. 23ABC's Breanna Polk has more about the bill and its aims.

Donald Trump's attorneys have not found the classified documents the former president described on a recording uncovered by federal prosecutors according to two sources. In the July 2021 recording, Trump describes holding onto a classified Pentagon document about a potential attack on Iran.

At the beginning of the summer season, 23ABC brought you stories about how to keep kids both active mentally and physically. With students heading back to school in the next couple weeks, 23ABC’s Ruby Rivera spoke with experts about Kern County literacy rates now and how you can still prepare your child for the next school year.

Former President Donald Trump and his legal defense team are preparing for his arraignment Thursday after his third indictment on criminal charges. A Washington, D.C. grand jury voted to indict Trump in the special counsel investigation into alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election and the deadly January 6th insurrection.

Earlier in the year, the Panama Buena Vista Union School District received a petition from Willie J. Frink College Prep to establish a charter school. On Tuesday, August 8, the PBVUSD Board of Trustees approved the new Southwest Bakersfield charter school. Residents in support of establishing the Willie J. Frink College Prep Charter School celebrated the board's decision, while others voiced concerns about what this will mean for local kids and their educational options. 23ABC's Breanna Polk attended the meeting to find out more.

Officials are now confirming a missing American woman and her daughter have been freed by their captors in Haiti. There are still a lot of unanswered questions in this case like who exactly is responsible for the kidnapping but what we do know is that the mother and daughter are both apparently safe.

As students begin their first days back at school, many will be met with new resources to help them succeed. Sometimes, students need a boost to reach their full potential.

Imagine constantly getting pains in your lower back, abdomen, and pelvis. Sounds uncomfortable, right? This is a reality for many women with uterine fibroids.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urías was arrested near BMO Stadium in Los Angeles.

As hot days become more extreme and common, California education researchers are urging that school districts be required to develop heat plans to keep students safe.

The Kern County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Monday to approve the preliminary recommended county budget for fiscal year 2023-24. The preliminary budget as submitted amounts to a total of $3.7 billion, representing roughly a 12 percent increase from FY 2022-23. The supervisors will continue their discussions on the budget in their meeting on Tuesday, July 25. The final budget hearing and adoption vote is scheduled for August 29. 23ABC's. Breanna Polk has the story.

Scripps News Congressional Correspondent Stephanie ​Liebergen brings us up to date on how the White House is tackling climate change.

While rush hour is typically a time when everyone wants to get where they need to go as quickly as possible, sometimes a little waiting can actually make your commute go by faster. Soon, drivers commuting through Bakersfield using Highway 58 or Highway 99 will have to stop before entering the freeway during busy traffic hours due to new ramp meters. 23ABC's Veronica Morley has the story.

Drinking water at a party where everyone is drinking something fruity and colorful may not be the ideal drink for some. For those not wanting to drink, the feeling of being left out can lead to a decrease in partygoers.

Bakersfield College students are hitting the books today as the fall semester officially begins. This year, the college has a newly appointed interim president in Steven Watkin, who is already saying it's going to be the "best year yet."

Joine Kern Living host Ryan Nelson and Kern County Animal Services Director Nick Cullen as they introduce us to the pet of the week: Calliope!

One in three women and one in two men will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime according to the American Cancer Society and a recent study finds certain kinds of cancer are being diagnosed more often in younger adults.

Many things have changed across 6 decades, and today we remember the day 60 years ago when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stood at the base of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. and delivered what's widely known as the "I Have A Dream" speech. A few years prior to the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, in February of 1960, Dr. King led a peaceful march from Lowell Park to Harvey Auditorium at Bakersfield High where he was scheduled to speak. Though the history of that day may be fading, King's message has not. 23ABC's Sam Hoyle spoke with Black leaders and educators in Bakersfield to gain their perspective on the progress won and the progress to come.

Wednesday's Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting resulted in the approval of roughly $2.7 million to go toward installing security cameras and other equipment for use during election season.

Following the January 6 insurrection, Kevin McCarthy called the violent attack on the capitol undemocratic, un-American, and criminal, and did place some of the blame for it on former president Donald Trump. The speaker, however, told 23ABC's Mike Hart that he believes a vote to impeach Trump would only serve to further divide the country.

This year's inflation has driven up the cost of many things, including school supplies, and some parents may be struggling to get their kids the things they need to prepare to head back to school. That's why Calvary Bakersfield Church is hosting their Back-to-School Summerfest event to help those in our community who feel the pain of pinching pennies. 23ABC's Dominique LaVigne visited Calvary Bakersfield to find out more.

Join Kern Living host Ryan Nelson as he visits the East Bakersfield Night Market!

As summer winds down there's a looming fear for many students heading back to school: a shortage of ADHD medications. The CDC estimates six million children between the ages of three and 17 have been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

Have you figured out where you want to retire yet? Even hearing the word "retire" may make you think of sandy beaches, luscious golf courses, and perfect weather year-round. According to a new report from Bankrate one state will give you the best bang for your buck.

A zoo in China is pushing back against bizarre claims that some of its animals may not be animals at all.