Kern County Sheriff’s Office seeks public help to locate missing 37-year-old man
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a…
Scrivner motion for mental health diversion set for Dec. 15
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A motion seeking mental health diversion for Zack Scrivner, who’s accused of inappropriately touching…
Nightmare shows how kids are processing immigration raids
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An alleged sexual abuser was released in SF. Eight days later, he offended again
After allegedly committing two sexual assaults inside a San Francisco mental health facility, a man deemed too mentally…
Ex-Angels official says employee convicted of pitcher’s fatal overdose struggled with mental health
SANTA ANA, Calif. — SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A former Los Angeles Angels official testified Wednesday that…
How to get help for young California children after serious trauma
In summary Know a young child who experienced serious trauma? Californians can find resources through their doctors, preschools…
Newsom signs bill to accelerate study of psychedelics for PTSD
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill to fast-track the study of psychedelic drugs, which a coalition of…
Ex-Angels official testifies in Angels’ trial over Tyler Skaggs’ overdose death
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A former Los Angeles Angels official testified Wednesday that a team employee convicted…
More young people in California struggle with anxiety, stress and social media, study finds
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Schools face funding challenges amid rising mental health needs
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — As mental health needs continue to rise, many schools are struggling to secure the…
Valley students advocate for mental health curriculum at Sacramento rally
CALIFORNIA (FOX26) — Sixty students from the Valley will travel to Sacramento on Wednesday to attend the annual…
New California law forces chatbots to be safer for kids
By Colin Lecher, CalMatters A group representing tech companies ultimately backed legislation, just signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom,…