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Usc Ross Program In Real Estate Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary With 18 New Graduates

February 13, 2023 – With a 30-year legacy of uplifting the next generation of diverse real estate executives, the USC Lusk Center for Real Estate’s Ross Program announces 18 new graduates for their 2023 winter session. Since its launch in 1993, the program has graduated over 1,000 students and remains a pivotal academic asset to equip professionals with critical real estate development and finance skills.

Jovi February 15, 2023

Bakersfield

Families Speak Against The Unjust Killings By Kern Law Enforcement

The docu-series “Killing County” launched its first season earlier this month focusing on a string of killings from the Bakersfield Police Department and Kern County Sheriff’s Office. Families in the documentary told their stories of losing brothers, husbands, and children unjustly.

Jovi February 13, 2023

Bakersfield

Jovon Dangerfield: An Authentic Artist And Activist

Jovon Dangerfield is an authentic artist and activist, focused on bringing the community together to set a better future for the youth.

Jovi February 7, 2023

Environment

It’s Not Too Late To Prepare and Stay Safe During Heavy Rain & Floods

California started the new year with record rainfall that most residents have seen or felt the impact of. The torrential rain caused not only flooding, mudslides, hurricane-force winds, and power outages but also claimed the lives of 20 people.

News Observer January 24, 2023

Bakersfield

Kern County Board Of Education Approves CAAT Petition Despite Community And Legal Counsel Concerns

Tuesday night Kern County Board of Education approved the Central for Arts and Technology (CAAT) petition to build a charter school with a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The approval was made despite community feedback and recommendations from staff to deny it.

News Observer January 24, 2023

Bakersfield

Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Awards Breakfast Celebration Held

The annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. community awards breakfast celebration was held, Monday, January 16, at the Dr. MLK Jr. Center. The event, themed, “IT STARTS WITH ME: Cultivating a Beloved Community Mindset To Transform Unjust Systems,” attracted approximately 460 elected officials, business owners, and community members.

News Observer January 17, 2023

Environment

Stormy Winter: California Takes Steps to Manage Impact of Weather and Water

Over the last few weeks storms have torn through many of California’s communities, prompting evacuations in areas like Planada and Merced due to widespread flooding.

News Observer January 17, 2023

Local

Watts Area Ministers Celebrated the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

(Watts, CA)- Clouds gave way for another beautiful, sunny day in the greater Los Angeles region. An enthusiastic crowd gathered at the Martin Luther King Jr., Shopping Center, 103rd Street and Compton Avenue. The Watts Area Ministers presented the annual Martin Luther King Day Celebration, Saturday, January 7, 2023.