Pollution in Bakersfield has been a long-time issue for California, although recent measures, such as stricter air quality standards, federal regulations and incentive programs, have contributed to getting rid of dirty air in the region.
A case filed against Lance Armstrong is set to proceed to trial after a US federal judge refused the former cyclist's bid to block the $100-million lawsuit filed by former teammate Floyd Landis as well as the US Postal Service team.
U.S. Department of Justice has filed to withdraw motion filed by the Obama administration to allow transgender students in public schools using restroom based on gender that they identify themselves.
Attorney General of the Washington State will launch probe on the President Trump intent to issue Executive Order on travel ban.
