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The Obama Administration is under fire today for its decision to force religious-affiliated groups to cover contraceptives in their health care plan. The Catholic Church says it's a violation of conscience and Republicans are calling it an attack on religious freedom. Video

The Arvin City Council considered performance evaluations of the City Manager and Police Chief. Video

A man has hospitalized with burn injuries after trying to save his animals from a fire at his east bakersfield home. Video

The reputation of being one of the fattest counties in the state may be a blessing in disguise. Video

Sheriff’s deputies say the victim knocked on the door then collapsed on the doorstep. Video

Food waste from schools is being processed into compost for fields. Video

Every month, Child Protective Services receives about 2,000 calls from people in Kern County who suspect child abuse. But, every year the number of children killed or severely injured goes up. Video

A former investigator with the Public Defender's office is suing the county and his former employer. Video

Kern County Supervisor Jon McQuiston has annouced he's running for State Assembly in the 32nd District. Video

Teachers in the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District have another contract offer on the table that could cut 1.3 million dollars in salaries and benefits. Video