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Salas likely winner in race for 32nd Assembly seat
Nov 12, 2012 at 6:53 PM
The latest vote count shows Democrat Rudy Salas widening his lead over Republican challenger Pedro Rios.

Election summary: local, state results
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Nov 7, 2012 at 10:48 AM
With all precincts reporting, here are the highlights of local and state election results.

Election summary: local, state results
Nov 7, 2012 at 10:52 AM

With all precincts reporting, here are the highlights of local and state election results. Click on the name of the candidate or proposition for more information.

RACES

State Assembly, 32nd District (too close to...
Delano, Northeast Bakersfield, Northwest Bakersfield, Oildale, Southeast Bakersfield, Southwest Bakersfield, Tehachapi, Kern River Valley, Central Bakersfield

Ad impressions at heart of Salas, Rios campaign conflict
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Oct 27, 2012 at 9:46 AM
Rudy Salas, a Democrat running a campaign for the state's 32nd Assembly District, has faced criticism from his opponent for what his opponent claimed was a misleading radio ad. The spot in question was pulled off the air last weekend.

Public invited to candidate forum at CSUB
Oct 22, 2012 at 2:58 PM

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The public is invited to a candidate forum Wednesday at California State University, Bakersfield.

Associated Students Inc., which serves as the primary voice of student interests and issues, is hosting...
Southwest Bakersfield

Public invited to candidate forum at CSUB
Oct 22, 2012 at 2:58 PM
The public is invited to a candidate forum Wednesday at California State University, Bakersfield.

Farm bureau hosts forum for political candidates
Apr 19, 2012 at 8:46 AM
The Kern County Farm Bureau is hosting a public forum Thursday night for folks interested in meeting their political candidates.

Farm bureau hosts forum for political candidates
Apr 19, 2012 at 8:46 AM

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Farm Bureau is hosting a public forum Thursday night for folks interested in meeting their political candidates.

The forum will focus on the needs of people living and working in...
Delano, Northeast Bakersfield, Northwest Bakersfield, Oildale, Southeast Bakersfield, Southwest Bakersfield, Tehachapi, Kern River Valley, Central Bakersfield

Former Sen. Ashburn to make run at old Kern Co. post
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Feb 16, 2012 at 12:37 PM
Former state Sen. Roy Ashburn is returning to Kern County politics. Ashburn told Eyewitness News on Thursday that he's running for the county's 1st District seat that will soon be vacated by the retiring Jon McQuiston.

Kern. Co. supervisor announces run at state office
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Feb 7, 2012 at 12:50 PM
McQuiston, currently the 1st District supervisor, announced plans Tuesday to run for the newly drawn 32nd California Assembly District seat. If elected, he would represent Delano, McFarland, Shafter, Wasco, Arvin, Lamont and parts of Bakersfield,...

Kern. Co. supervisor announces run at state office
Feb 7, 2012 at 1:21 PM

Jon McQuiston plans to step away from the Kern County Board of Supervisors when his term ends later this year, but that doesn't mean he's done with politics.

McQuiston, currently the 1st District supervisor, announced plans Tuesday to...
Central, Delano, Northeast Bakersfield, Northwest Bakersfield, Oildale, Southeast Bakersfield, Southwest Bakersfield

New redistricting boundaries opens door for local politician
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Aug 16, 2011 at 6:45 PM
Over the past couple of months, a group of residents from across California worked on a plan to draw political district lines for Congress and the state's Assembly and Senate. The new maps were put together by regular citizens.

Legislative roundup: Rubio, Valadao, Fuller, Grove win
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Nov 3, 2010 at 9:20 AM
California Democrats have increased their legislative clout despite a Republican backlash that prevented their capturing the supermajority they have long sought in the state Senate.

You Decide 2010
Oct 15, 2010 at 4:52 PM
Election day is here. With so much at stake, it's important to get all the information. Here you'll find a breakdown of the candidates and issues with helpful links to additional information.

Mettler cleared by jury for rally scuffle
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Jul 22, 2010 at 6:41 PM
A civil jury Thursday sided with Ken Mettler in a lawsuit that stemmed from his actions during a political rally in 2008. Plaintiff Robert Badewitz alleged Mettler attacked him and violated his civil rights. Mettler filed a counter-suit.