The local cost of global conflict
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — From gas prices to grocery bills, a conflict between the United States and Iran…
Gas prices could rise amid Middle East conflict, experts say
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — As conflict in the Middle East continues, drivers in Bakersfield could soon feel the…
Kern County treasurer won’t seek re-election, endorses successor
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Kern County Treasurer and Tax Collector Jordan Kaufman announced today that he will not…
U.S.-Iran conflict sparks mixed emotions among Bakersfield Veterans
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — For Chad Gracia, a 13-year U.S. Army veteran, a shadow box gifted by his…
Iranian Americans react to U.S. strike as lawmakers defend decision
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — For many Iranian Americans in Bakersfield, the recent U.S. strike on Iran represents more…
10th annual Kern water summit arrives amid new state water plan
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — The 2026 Water Summit is coming to Bakersfield on Thursday, just one week after…
Downtown businesses report safety gains, but vandalism persists
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — City officials and the Bakersfield Police Department say efforts to improve safety and revitalize…
Bakersfield man reunited with service dog after car theft
TAFT, Calif. (KERO) — A Bakersfield man’s service dog has been reunited with him after she went missing…
Bakersfield running club holds second annual ‘Run Against ICE’
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Dozens of people gathered at Hart Park in Bakersfield on Saturday to take part…
Avanza Autos opens in Bakersfield for Spanish-speaking families
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A new car dealership focused on serving Spanish-speaking families opened in Bakersfield, aiming to…
Man killed after being struck by vehicle on 24th Street
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A man was found dead in the roadway on the 2000 block of 24th…
State Wrestling Championships brings in big business in Downtown Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Downtown streets are busier than usual as the California State Wrestling Championships bring a…