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Esteban Ramirez, Author

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Who killed Bianca Jackson?

Esteban Ramirez
October 20, 2017
A vigil is held on Oct. 22, 2010 to honor Bianca Jackson. Screenshot of video from KGET-TV17

[Photo] Who killed Bianca Jackson?

September 27, 2017
Supervisor Mick Gleason (left) and Chair of the Board Zack Scrivner listen to members of the community voice their support for Senate Bill 54. Photo by Esteban Ramirez/The Runner

Supervisors approve resolution opposing sanctuary state bill

Esteban Ramirez
May 10, 2017
Junior swingman Shon Briggs goes up for a contested layup against Georgia Tech. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Building a winning legacy in D-I

Esteban Ramirez
April 4, 2017
CSUB spirit and pep band squads take a picture in front of the studio for the Today Show Tuesday, March 28. Photo courtesy of Arthur Smith

CSUB brings spirit to Today Show

Esteban Ramirez
March 28, 2017
Dozens file into Madison Square Garden for an NCAA tournament game on Sunday, March 26. CSUB will play Georgia Tech in the National Invitation Tournament semifinals in the Garden Tuesday, March 28. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

COLUMN: Huge accomplishment to play in mecca of basketball

Esteban Ramirez
March 27, 2017
Redshirt-senior forward Jaylin Airington waves to a crowd of fans and supporters after returning to CSUB Thursday, March 23. Photo by Karina Diaz/The Runner

Community welcomes home men’s basketball team

Esteban Ramirez
March 24, 2017
The CSUB bench celebrates during its second round victory over Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. Photo courtesy of Javon Harris/The Rocky Mountain Collegian at Colorado State University

Empire state of mind

Esteban Ramirez
March 22, 2017
CSUB junior Naithen Dewsnap cheers on his teammates during the game against Nebraska Tuesday, March 21. Photo by Esteban Ramirez/The Runner

Four runs in 8th inning power CSUB to win

Esteban Ramirez
March 22, 2017

CSUB goes 1-2 in weekend games

Esteban Ramirez
March 21, 2017
Bill Jones of Bakersfield marched in downtown Bakersfield Wednesday, March 8. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Marchers unify for ‘A Day Without A Woman’ in Bakersfield

Esteban Ramirez
March 9, 2017

UPD searches for man regarding assault on campus

Esteban Ramirez
March 7, 2017
CSUB senior outsider hitter Carol Grasso was named WAC Player of the Year for the 2016 indoor volleyball season. Photo by AJ Alvarado/ The Runner

Grasso takes CSUB to new heights

Esteban Ramirez
February 21, 2017

Professor under investigation not teaching this semester

Esteban Ramirez
February 21, 2017
CSUB redshirt-junior Matt Williams earned a win at the Pac-12 dual against Boise State on Saturday, Jan. 21 in the Bronco Gym. Photo by Chris Mateo/The Runner

CSUB takes down Boise State and former coach, 20-14

Esteban Ramirez
January 21, 2017
Bicyclist hit by vehicle near K2 parking lot

Bicyclist hit by vehicle near K2 parking lot

Esteban Ramirez
December 7, 2016

CSUB student dies in vehicle accident on Sunday

Esteban Ramirez
November 30, 2016
Shooter training informs students

Shooter training informs students

Esteban Ramirez
November 15, 2016
CSUB junior guard Dedrick Basile goes up for a layup against New Mexico State on Jan. 23 in the Icardo Center. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Igniting the flames of a rivalry

Esteban Ramirez
October 18, 2016
Photo by Esteban Ramirez/The Runner

CSUB community gives input on Edible Garden

Esteban Ramirez
October 14, 2016
Kiana Hafferty and Bakersfield’s Aminah Settles battle for the ball in the first half of Friday’s game at the CSUB main soccer field. Ben Patton/ The Runner

Roadrunners win in double overtime

Esteban Ramirez
October 6, 2016

AV campus reopens after suspected shooter taken into custody

Esteban Ramirez
October 5, 2016

CSUB hopes depth can take team to next level

Esteban Ramirez
October 5, 2016
Manny Rivera is the fourth head wrestling coach in CSUB history. Photo by Esteban Ramirez/The Runner

Rivera’s wrestling journey

Esteban Ramirez
August 20, 2016
Participants of the Black Lives Matter peaceful protest march and chant in downtown Bakersfield on Saturday, July 9. Photo by Ben Patton/The Runner

Protest in Bakersfield calls for change after recent shootings

Esteban Ramirez
July 10, 2016

CSUB welcomes Rivera as new wrestling coach

Esteban Ramirez
July 9, 2016
Photos by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Dominguez, Lim win in ASI elections

Esteban Ramirez
May 27, 2016
ASI board approves $42K for University Garden kitchen

ASI board approves $42K for University Garden kitchen

Esteban Ramirez
May 17, 2016
Photo by Ben Patton/The Runner

ASI agrees on $1,715 for Runner Refill Stations

Esteban Ramirez
May 17, 2016
ASI discussed plans for the new university garden at the ASI meeting on Friday, May 6. Photo by Ben Patton/The Runner

Garden may absorb $42K from students

Esteban Ramirez
May 10, 2016

UPD releases details of sexual assault incident

Esteban Ramirez
May 7, 2016
CSUB head coach Rod Barnes talks to junior guard Dedrick Basile during the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament game against Oklahoma in Oklahoma City on March 18. Photo by Alejandra Flores/The Runner

Barnes signs 5-year extension, receives $75K pay increase

Esteban Ramirez
May 5, 2016

Applications for ASI elections now available

Esteban Ramirez
May 5, 2016
Board to discuss $42K for University Garden on Friday

Board to discuss $42K for University Garden on Friday

Esteban Ramirez
May 3, 2016

Two fees to increase next fall

Esteban Ramirez
May 3, 2016
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Rod Barnes’ road to redemption

Esteban Ramirez
April 26, 2016
Gamma Phi Beta poses for photos after winning Greek Week on April 15. Photo courtesy of Mary Guenette

Gamma Phi Beta goes back-to-back

Esteban Ramirez
April 20, 2016
Javier Valdez/The Runner ASI discusses the few changes expected to occur on campus.

New parking lot delayed

Esteban Ramirez
April 19, 2016
CSUB students, faculty, staff and administration pose for a photo wearing their "It's On Us" during the "Wear Your 'It's On Us' Shirts" event on April 12. Photo courtesy of Mike Kwon

Breaking the silence on assault

Esteban Ramirez
April 19, 2016
ASI's board votes on the request to fund $16,250 to Spring Runner Nights on April 8. Photo by Chris Mateo/The Runner

ASI approves $16,000 for Runner Nights

Esteban Ramirez
April 12, 2016
CSUB professor Andy Alali shares his condolences and hugs Solomon Iyasere's wife, Marla Iyasere at the memorial service on April 9. Photo by Alejandra Flores/The Runner

CSUB says goodbye to one of its own

Esteban Ramirez
April 12, 2016
CSUB junior Katie Dunbar-Lowe spikes the ball on Thursday in its loss against Sacramento State University.

Roadrunners split weekend matches

Esteban Ramirez
April 12, 2016

Union and chancellor reach tentative agreement

Esteban Ramirez
April 7, 2016
Oklahoma's Buddy Hield being guarded CSUB's by Jaylin Airington and Aly Ahmed. Photo by Alejandra Flores/The Runner

COLUMN: Another big step for CSUB

Esteban Ramirez
March 19, 2016
Junior guard Dedrick Basile goes up for a shot in the second half against New Mexico State. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

CSUB’s Basile draws motivation from humble beginnings

Esteban Ramirez
March 18, 2016
CSUB fans cheer on the Roadrunners at the WAC title game on Saturday in the Orleans Arena. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Student housing set to host viewing party

Esteban Ramirez
March 15, 2016
The ASI board approved the changes to its bylaws on March 11. Photo by Chris Mateo/The Runner

ASI approves changes to bylaws

Esteban Ramirez
March 13, 2016

ASI approves $2,000 to Anchor Club for film screening

Esteban Ramirez
March 13, 2016

ASI approves removal of VP position

Esteban Ramirez
March 13, 2016

ASI responds to social media comments

Esteban Ramirez
March 13, 2016
ASI voted on the proposal of a $51 annual parking fee increase at the meeting on Friday. Photo by Chris Mateo/The Runner

ASI approves $186 parking fee

Esteban Ramirez
March 8, 2016
ASI board members discuss why eliminating the vice president of external affairs position is an unwise choice at the meeting on Friday. Photo by Chris Mateo/The Runner

ASI execs propose limiting candidates

Esteban Ramirez
March 8, 2016
CSUB ethics team takes gold

CSUB ethics team takes gold

Esteban Ramirez
February 16, 2016
ASI discusses food on campus, possible parking fee increase

ASI discusses food on campus, possible parking fee increase

Esteban Ramirez
February 16, 2016
CSUB fans cheer on the Roadrunners during the game against New Mexico State on Jan. 23 in the Icardo Center. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

CSUB brings in first sellout crowd since 1993

Esteban Ramirez
January 28, 2016
President discusses 2016 in Q&A

President discusses 2016 in Q&A

Esteban Ramirez
January 19, 2016

Antelope Valley College closes campuses due to threats of violence

Esteban Ramirez
December 1, 2015
CSUB's senior outside hitter Kelsey Sawyer spikes a ball past the Chicago State defense on Saturday, Nov. 14 in the Icardo Center. Photo by Bre Williams/The Runner

CSUB clinches No. 2 seed in WAC tourney

Esteban Ramirez
November 15, 2015

CSUB cruises to season-opening win, 93-69

Esteban Ramirez
November 15, 2015
CSUB's Kortney Freeland spikes the ball at the New Mexico State defense in a tight first set in 2015. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

CSUB gets back on track with 3-1 win over UMKC

Esteban Ramirez
November 13, 2015

Top-100 recruit signs NLI with CSUB

Esteban Ramirez
November 13, 2015
Senior midfielder Christian Duarte tries to get around a Utah Valley defender on Oct. 19 at the Main Soccer Field. Photo by Marisel Maldonado/The Runner

CSUB nets No. 5 spot in WAC tourney

Esteban Ramirez
November 11, 2015
The CSUB women's soccer team celebrates after redshirt-freshman forward Aminah Settles scores a goal to put the Roadrunners up 2-0 in the second half against the Aggies at last year's Western Athletic Conference Tournament. Photo by Karina Diaz/The Runner

Roadrunners beat the Aggies to earn first postseason victory

Esteban Ramirez
November 6, 2015
Leilani Skineer running towards the ball to get a lead for the Roadrunners on Friday, Oct. 9 Photo by Karina Diaz/ The Runner

Women’s soccer ready to host WAC tourney

Esteban Ramirez 
November 4, 2015
Vandals sink Roadrunners at home

Vandals sink Roadrunners at home

Esteban Ramirez
November 4, 2015
CSUB's freshman defensive specialist Morginne Demarco attempts to save a point against Seattle University on Thursday in the Icardo Center. CSUB beat Seattle, 3-1. Photo by Marisel Maldonado/The Runner

CSUB rallies to beat UVU, moves into 2nd in WAC

Esteban Ramirez
November 1, 2015
The CSUB volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point against Seattle University on Thursday in the Icardo Center.

CSUB volleyball wins fourth straight match

Esteban Ramirez
October 31, 2015
CSUB celebrates after scoring the final point in a clean sweep of Grand Canyon at the Icardo center on Saturday, Oct. 24. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

CSUB wins third match in row

Esteban Ramirez
October 28, 2015

Offense paces men’s team in WAC win

Esteban Ramirez
October 28, 2015
The Roadrunner Softball Complex getting new safety pads for the backstop on Oct. 19. Photo courtesy of Karen Langston

CSUB athletics plans for future

Esteban Ramirez
October 27, 2015

Runner Nation App boosts attendance

Esteban Ramirez
October 21, 2015
Senior middle blocker Sydney Haynes spikes the ball past the New Mexico State defense. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Bad hitting plagues CSUB against New Mexico State

Esteban Ramirez
October 12, 2015
CSUB's redshirt-freshman Alexa Orrante fights to gain positioning over UC Santa Barbara junior midfielder McKinsey Martinez on Sept. 23 at the Main Soccer Field. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Late rally leads Roadrunners to tie Grand Canyon

Esteban Ramirez
September 30, 2015
CSUB’s volleyball team finished last season 17-16 on its way to being the first sports team to win the Western Athletic Conference Tournament. As of Sept. 9, the Roadrunners have started the season 1-6. The Runner Archives

CSUB looks to repeat as WAC champs

Esteban Ramirez
September 13, 2015

Cross country hopes that experience can lead to success

Esteban Ramirez
September 13, 2015

Book rental options available at CSUB

Esteban Ramirez
September 13, 2015
Junior goalkeeper Nicolas Clever winds up to kick the ball. Clever is one of the key returners for this year's men's soccer team. The Runner Archives

‘Runners seek redemption this season

Esteban Ramirez
September 13, 2015

CSUB falls short in 3-2 loss to No. 19 LMU

Esteban Ramirez
September 12, 2015
CSUB's new head baseball coach Bob Macaluso talks about what it means to him to get the position at the Icardo Room on Aug. 31. Photo from gorunners.com.

CSUB names Macaluso as new head baseball coach

Esteban Ramirez
September 1, 2015
Kenneth Siegfried was named CSUB's new athletic director at the Icardo Room on Aug. 20. Photo from Diana Olivares/ Athletics department

Siegfried named CSUB’s new athletic director

Esteban Ramirez
August 21, 2015

AD candidate Siegfried talks about his goals for CSUB athletics

Esteban Ramirez
August 20, 2015

Director of athletics candidate China Jude visits CSUB

Esteban Ramirez
August 18, 2015

CSUB’s search for next director of athletics down to Siegfried and Jude

Esteban Ramirez
August 12, 2015

CSUB sand volleyball joins Big West Conference

Esteban Ramirez
June 28, 2015
The CSUB baseball team and Mayor Harvey Hall take photos with their Medals of Appreciation on and the WAC Tournament Championship at the Icardo Room on June 11. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

Mayor Hall honors CSUB baseball team

Esteban Ramirez
June 12, 2015
Junior Mylz Jones was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the 13th round of the MLB Draft on June 10.

CSUB’s Mylz Jones drafted by Colorado Rockies in 13th round

Esteban Ramirez
June 12, 2015
Senior pitcher James Barragan walks off the field during Friday’s NCAA Regional game against UCLA. The Roadrunners dropped both games to UCLA, but earned their first ever postseason victory against Ole Miss on Saturday in a 2-1 win. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

A tip of the cap to our Roadrunners

Esteban Ramirez
June 3, 2015
Senior pitcher Hayden Carter went nine innings strong against Mississippi on May 30 at Jackie Robinson Stadium. That was his eighth complete game of the year. Photo by AJ Alvarado/The Runner

CSUB gets its first NCAA D-I tournament win

Esteban Ramirez
May 31, 2015
Errors prove costly for CSUB as it falls to UCLA 7-2

Errors prove costly for CSUB as it falls to UCLA 7-2

Esteban Ramirez
May 30, 2015
Possible change to bylaws discussed at meeting

Possible change to bylaws discussed at meeting

Esteban Ramirez
May 28, 2015
The CSUB baseball team celebrates its victory over Seattle on May 24 at Hohokam Stadium. Photo by Darryl Webb/WAC

The comeback kids of Bakersfield

Esteban Ramirez
May 26, 2015
Karnell Grimes joined teammate Bryan WIlmert on May 16 as the only two CSUB track and field athletes to win WAC titles. Photo by Avry Photography

Wilmert repeats as WAC champ, Grimes wins WAC title for javelin throw

Esteban Ramirez
May 20, 2015
The artist's rendition of what the new press box at CSUB’s Hardt Field will look like. Photo courtesy of CSUB Athletics

Press box expected to be ready by next spring

Esteban Ramirez
May 20, 2015

Roadrunners ready for WAC Tourney

Esteban Ramirez
May 20, 2015
Senior Garrett Pierce hits the ball in the eighth inning against UC Santa Barbara at Hardt Field on May 12. Pierce's hit gave CSUB a 7-6 lead heading into the ninth. Photo by Marisel Maldonado/The Runner

CSUB loses in dramatic fashion in Kernen’s final home game

Esteban Ramirez
May 15, 2015

Spring barbecue back with new additions

Esteban Ramirez
May 12, 2015
Sophomore David Metzgar attempts a bunt in the ninth inning against Northern Colorado at Hardt Field on May 3. The Roadrunners beat the Bears 7-6. Marisel Maldonado/The Runner

Carter’s walk-off RBI double lifts Roadrunners past Bears

Esteban Ramirez
May 4, 2015

ASI dips into reserves for club funding

Esteban Ramirez
April 29, 2015
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