State moves to rename holiday Farmworkers Day as Chávez fallout continues | News
California lawmakers are moving quickly to rename César Chávez Day before the March 31 state holiday following publication…
Schools Named for César Chavez Face Renaming Debates After Assault Allegations
After allegations that César Chavez sexually abused girls surfaced in a major investigation this week, dozens of schools…
Woman shot in July 2025 by Bakersfield police reconsidered for mental health diversion
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The woman shot by Bakersfield police last July after allegedly lunging at officers with a…
SCVNews.com | Tejon Ranch Conservancy Seeks Public Engagement Director, Operations Assistant
The Board of Directors of the Tejon Ranch Conservancy are seeking to fill two new positions that will…
Fallout from Chavez allegations prompts calls for renaming, new legislation
KEENE, Calif. (KERO) — The fallout from recent allegations against civil rights leader Cesar Chavez is continuing to…
Three juvenile gang members arrested in robbing necklace from mother walking child
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Three kids, who police say were gang members, were arrested after allegedly taking a…
Gas prices push Kern drivers to electric vehicles and calls for oil production
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — As the conflict in Iran continues, Kern County residents continue to feel the pinch…
Parole granted for 67-year-old attempted murderer, DA denounces decision
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A 67-year-old convicted attempted murderer was granted parole by the California Board of Parole Hearings…
Cesar Chavez’s legacy in question in Kern County amid sexual abuse allegations
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) Cesar Chavez’s influence on Kern County and the nation has long been cemented through major…
Man gets 4 years in prison for knife assault, theft from stranded driver
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A man convicted of attacking a driver with a knife and stealing money from him…
Bakersfield police to hold DUI, driver’s license checkpoint on Friday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department Traffic Unit will hold a DUI/driver’s license checkpoint on Friday, March…
BPD rolls out ‘comprehensive public safety plan’ for Bakersfield Marathon this Sunday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department said it has developed a “comprehensive public safety plan” to keep…