Smugglers were targeted in Kern County, Border Patrol says
While we're still awaiting a full, official statement from Border Patrol as of airtime, 17's Jenny Huh spoke with one agent on-the-ground who said it's not a widespread roundup.
US Border Patrol arrests migrants during latest enforcement operation
Immigrant communities in Kern County, California, are on edge as the U.S. Border Patrol has been seen conducting enforcement operations throughout the region this week.
‘They cannot in any way collaborate’: Leaders emphasize Kern County enforcement is not involved in Border Patrol operations
Community leaders are emphasizing that local law enforcement — the Kern County Sheriff’s Office and Bakersfield Police Department — aren’t doing anything.
Border Patrol confirms arrests in Bakersfield and Kern County
The Border Patrol has been visible in several parts of Kern County the last few days. They confirmed people have been arrested in their operation.
Border Patrol agents spotted in Kern County
Border Patrol was spotted in Bakersfield. Organizations like Loud for Tomorrow have posted on social media, highlighting that raids are currently underway in Kern County.
Kern County lawmakers express concerns over Border Patrol operations
Lawmakers representing Kern County are responding to Border Patrol operations in Bakersfield and surrounding areas.
Border Patrol operation in Kern County spreads worry among residents
From Arvin to Bakersfield to Wasco and other places in Kern County, agents from the U.S. Border Patrol carried out an operation that began Tuesday morning.
Border Patrol apprehends two child rapists in Kern County
The U.S. Border Patrol Sector Chief Gregory K. Bovino said on Instagram that two child rapists were arrested in Kern County.The social media post said:Here in t
Kern County community rallies in protest of Border Patrol raids
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Chevron by Meadows Field Airport continues to be a center of attention in Bakersfield. What is usually a regular stop for field workers on their way to Porterville, ended up being one of the first places raided by Border Patrol in Kern County. Two days after the raid, protesters gathered to plead for support.
Border Patrol operation active in Central Valley
Reports of Customs and Border Patrol activity throughout the Central Valley have been confirmed by a statement released by State Senator Melissa Hurtado. KGET News out of Bakersfield also confirmed
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Border patrol agents make arrests in California’s Central Valley as Trump’s ‘mass deportations’ loom
There are plans by immigration officials to expand the operation across the Central Valley – as far north as Sacramento.
Border Patrol detains dozens of immigrants in Central Valley, advocates say. What we know
Immigration enforcement activity sends shockwaves with Central Valley farmworkers and the agriculture industry.