Ruby Rivera

Bakersfield

Multi-Media Journalist at KERO-TV (Bakersfield, CA)

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Owner representatives speak out on East Bakersfield apartment complex issues

1 day ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) - After speaking with tenants part of an East Bakersfield apartment complex claiming to live in unsafe conditions, 23ABC has now spoken with owner representatives to get the other side. On May 30, tenants with an East Bakersfield complex claimed unsafe living conditions such as a broken fence, exposed wiring, cracks in the foundation, outdoor sewage leakage, and mold buildup with in the units.
Suspects involved in kidnapping and robbery of 70-year-old Delano woman set free on good behavior

2 days ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

DELANO, Calif. (KERO) - 30-year-old Christian Rojas Chauta and 47-year-old Claudia Castellanos Toqueca, two CDCR inmates have recently been released for good behavior. Initially in prison for robing a Delano elderly woman. The duo was originally charged with nine felony counts, the couple plead no contest to one count of burglary and were sentenced to two years in prison. However both were recently released this past May.
Historic Forty Acres site vandalized

4 days ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

DELANO, Calif. (KERO) - The Tomasa Zapata Co-op Service Station, one of the most historic buildings at Forty Acres, was found defaced with by staff on Monday morning. Staff part of Forty Acres in Delano came into work Monday morning and found one of their buildings with graffiti on it. Officials with the National Chavez Association saying although Forty Acres has been vandalized in the past, it's never gone to this extent.
East Bakersfield residents claim unsafe living conditions in apartment complex

1 week ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) - An East Bakersfield apartment complex is facing some upset tenants after they claim unsafe and hazardous living conditions. Tenants are now taking a stand and signing a petition for action. Residents Luis Perez and Cory Grate have lived at their East Bakersfield complex for about 12 years now. In March of last year, they say they started to become more concerned with apartment management.
California family escapes fire thanks to loyal dog

1 week ago | kesq.com | Ruby Rivera

By Ruby RiveraClick here for updates on this story BAKERSFIELD, California ( KERO) - A southwest family is grieving the loss of their home but not their lives after their dog, Lulu, woke them up in the middle of the night on Saturday due to a fire that broke out. - According to Bakersfield Fire Department, a fire broke out at a southwest residence in the backyard, which eventually made its way inside. - BFD says the family was alerted of the fire by their dog, Lulu, who started barking.
Family escapes fire thanks to loyal dog

1 week ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) - A southwest family is grieving the loss of their home but not their lives after their dog, Lulu, woke them up in the middle of the night on Saturday due to a fire that broke out. According to Bakersfield Fire Department, a fire broke out at a southwest residence in the backyard, which eventually made its way inside. BFD says the family was alerted of the fire by their dog, Lulu, who started barking. The family was able to get out of the home unharmed.
Delano Navigation Center faces possible closure

2 weeks ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

DELANO, Calif. (KERO) - The Delano Navigation Center has been funded by HHAP funded provided by the county since 2021. However, come June 30, that money is set to run out. DNC officials are now looking into new funding. The Delano navigation center opened its doors to the community back in 2021. Operating out of the parking lot of the DADD during the evenings from 4 pm to 9 pm.
Community briefing held by office of Attorney General regarding latest report on immigration facilities

2 weeks ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) - In April, 23ABC reported on the findings from a report on immigration facilities. Now, a community briefing has been conducted on that same report with the overall goal of informing the public. On Thursday, May 22, officials with attorney general Rob Bonta's office held a meeting regarding their findings on the 4 report on detention centers.
McFarland Animal Services working to increase awareness through community outreach

2 weeks ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

MCFARLAND CALIF. (KERO) - The McFarland Animal Shelter is located just three miles outside of city limits but far enough to where they say many don't know about them. Now, officials are working to create more community events. The McFarland Animal Shelter officially opened back in 2020. Though it's been in operation for five years, officials say one of their biggest hurdles is bringing awareness to the shelter's existence as there located 3 miles outside of city limits.
How to Stay Protected against common bites and diseases

3 weeks ago | turnto23.com | Ruby Rivera

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) - The Kern Mosquito Vector and Control District gives tips and tricks on how to stay protected against mosquitoes this upcoming summer. According to the Kern Mosquito and Vector Control District this years' mosquito season is expected to be fairly normal. However, experts say there is still the concern of West Nile Virus returning to the county. Terry Knight with the district says, its not an if, but a when and provides tips on how to stay protected.