Shafter police debunk social media rumor about officer involved in Zerker Road crash
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Shafter Police Department debunked a rumor circulating on social media claiming that an…
Bakersfield fires highlight risks of vacant buildings, city urged to act
The Bakersfield Fire Department responded to two recent fires involving vacant buildings in downtown Bakersfield. On Sunday afternoon,…
Kern County seeks state reimbursements for money spent on updating voting equipment
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Kern County is seeking reimbursements for purchases it has made to update its voting…
Retail theft sting on Colony Street nets barcode swapping suspect, seize gun and drugs
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A 34-year-old man was arrested after a retail theft enforcement operation found that he…
Vacant structure fires persist in downtown Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Yet another vacant building fire broke out in downtown Bakersfield this morning, taking the…
KCHCC celebrates 41st annual Installation and Business Awards
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — “It is like a dream factory. The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce helps people execute…
ANDRE LEE HEADS TO AHL ALL-STAR CLASSIC
The Ontario Reign collected a 4-3 win over Bakersfield on Sunday heading into the AHL All-Star break leading…
After the final whistle, many skip the next workday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — While the Seattle Seahawks were busy defeating the New England Patriots in Sunday’s big…
Trial date set in deadly 2021 shooting in East Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A trial date of March 23 was set Monday for Sonny Veleta, who was…
City of Bakersfield to take first step in demolishing La Mirage Hotel
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The city of Bakersfield is saying no more to the motel that was home…
Dead baby found near shopping center dumpster: Bakersfield police
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A newborn baby was found dead next to a dumpster in a south Bakersfield…
11 vehicles impounded during Bakersfield PD checkpoint
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department conducted a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint Friday night and…