Kern County faces legal claims over 8-year-old Genesis Mata’s death
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Kern County Child Protective Services and the Department of Human Services failed to protect…
2025’s most inspiring community stories
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — All year long, we’ve met people who lift others up, change lives, and remind…
Bakersfield father and son receive Christmas tree and presents in their new home
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET)– The giving just keeps on coming this holiday season. And for the Russell family, Christmas…
Community Christmas meal brings families together in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Rainy weather didn’t stop The Mission at Kern County from hosting their annual Community…
Kern County roads closed due to weather conditions
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Several roads and highways are closed Wednesday due to weather conditions, according to Caltrans.…
Bakersfield Police searching for two suspects involved in south Bakersfield burglary
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is making efforts to locate two suspects involved in a…
14 arrested in Bakersfield mall retail theft operation
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — The Bakersfield Police Department arrested 14 people and recovered more than $3,100 in stolen…
BPD arrest 14 in retail theft operation at Valley Plaza Mall, over $3,100 in items seized
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Bakersfield police arrested 14 people on Tuesday, Dec. 23, in an Organized Retail Theft Unit…
Last-minute Christmas shopping tips: Expert shares savvy strategies
WASHINGTON (TNND) — Christmas is just one day away, and if you’re still shopping, or worried about finding…
Local group hosts annual Kwanzaa celebration
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Kwanzaa begins this Friday, with festivities lasting through the weekend. The Sankofa Collective is…
Genesis Mata’s mother files wrongful death, injury claims against Kern County
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The biological mother of Genesis Mata has filed claims alleging Child Protective Services failed…
Westbound Hwy 58 closed at Cameron Canyon
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The California Highway Patrol closed the westbound lanes of Highway 58 at Cameron Canyon…