Delano man to stand trial in 2024 McFarland killing: Court records
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Nearly two years after a fatal shooting in McFarland, a Delano man accused in…
New report highlights Kern County housing affordability
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A new Los Angeles Times analysis has ranked four Kern County communities among California’s most…
Thompson Law Firm clients left in limbo after sudden closure
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Clients of Thompson Law Firm say they have been left with more questions than…
Push to make Bakersfield a sanctuary city sparks debate
Immigration took center stage at Bakersfield City Hall during the July 15 council meeting as dozens of residents…
Monsoonal moisture lingers into Tuesday
Monsoonal moisture brought clouds and even a few raindrops to Kern County on Monday. We may see a…
Parole denied for man in 2014 deadly DUI crash, poses ‘unreasonable’ public safety risk
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The California Board of Parole Hearings denied release to a man convicted of murder…
Eastbound Highway 58 set for overnight closures, Wible Road impacted on July 23
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Drivers traveling through Highway 58 at Highway 99 should plan for overnight detours as…
Driver Hits Bicycle Rider in Crash on Bernard Street in Bakersfield
Bakersfield, Calif., (July 20, 2026) — A serious injury crash involving a vehicle and a bicycle rider occurred…
CHP: Man killed after being hit by multiple vehicles on Highway 99 in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A man died after being struck by several vehicles on Highway 99 early Sunday…
Bakersfield PD seeks public’s help identifying suspect in Panama Lane grand theft
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a woman…
Long-time Bakersfield City School District staff member Lewis Neal retires
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A long-time Bakersfield City School District staff member is retiring. Youth Services Specialists Coordinator…
1 dead, 1 injured after shooting in east Bakersfield: KCSO
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One person is dead and another is wounded after a shooting in east Bakersfield…