Independent review of CPS calls for better access, additional capacity | News
Kern County’s child protective services should increase access to services and boost preventative measures by building workforce capacity,…
Former Kern County DA Ed Jagels pleads not guilty to DUI charge
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Ed Jagels, the man who spent 27 years as Kern County’s top prosecutor, did…
Bakersfield-area county sewer rate increase fails after supervisors vote it down
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A proposal to raise sewer rates for several hundred Kern County residents tied into…
Kern County approves new sidewalk vending rules for unincorporated areas
For many vendors, a sidewalk is where business begins, but the rules they follow are about to change.…
Man arrested in 2019 Arvin deadly shooting, charged with murder
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A Bakersfield man was arrested Tuesday morning in connection with a deadly shooting in…
Man arrested after allegedly trying to recycle stolen copper wire in Lamont
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A man was arrested after KCSO says he tried to recycle stolen copper wire.…
Murder trial in woman’s slaying on Monterey St in Bakersfield resumes with law enforcement testimony
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Last week, jurors heard emotional testimony from the children of Taylor Estrada, whose throat…
Former Kern DA Jagels pleads not guilty to DUI
Former Kern County District Attorney Ed Jagels pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence on Tuesday. While…
Two Bakersfield residents died in 166 crash, coroner says | News
Two Bakersfield residents died in the July 24 collision on Highway 166 south of Maricopa. The Kern County…
Motorcyclist severely hurt in late-night solo crash near Hart Park
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A motorcyclist suffered severe injuries after a crash late Monday night on Alfred Harrell…
Santa Maria Reds end season by sweeping Bakersfield Braves | Local Sports
The Santa Maria Reds wrapped up their season by sweeping the Bakersfield Braves in a doubleheader at Elks…
From vacant motel to permanent housing: local project aims to help veterans
A vacant motel on Union Avenue is getting a major transformation, and city leaders say veterans will be…