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…
Bakersfield City Council discusses proposed reductions, job cuts for 2026-2027 budget
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield City Council held a workshop for the 2026-2027 budget Thursday morning, where…
Three 18-year-olds plead not guilty in shooting death of man at Beale Park
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Three 18-year-old suspects accused of shooting 38-year-old Mario Cortez Flores at Beale Park on March…
BCSD evaluating all options for Cesar Chavez Elementary name amid allegations
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield School District released a statement stating they are evaluating all options regarding…
Enjoy spring break vacations without breaking your budget
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Spring is nearly here and many people are planning their vacations. With rising prices…
City of Bakersfield terminates Cesar Chavez street renaming plan following allegations
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The City of Bakersfield announced it will discontinue plans to rename H Street in…
Forward Jarventie Recalled from Bakersfield Condors to Edmonton Oilers on Emergency Conditions
Roby Jarventie has been recalled by the Edmonton Oilers from their AHL affiliate team, the Bakersfield Condors on…