Free New Year’s Eve rides offered in Kern County
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Kern County residents have multiple options for free transportation on New Year’s Eve as…
Bakersfield police officers prepare for potential return of street takeovers
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — It’s been three years since the last major street takeover in Bakersfield was shut…
Bakersfield detective loses certification over child porn charges
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A Bakersfield Police detective facing federal charges of sexual exploitation of a minor and…
Bakersfield marks Kwanzaa’s fourth day with community celebration
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — While many find themselves in the holiday limbo between Christmas sweets and New Year’s…
Suspect hospitalized after officer-involved shooting amid traffic stop
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A traffic stop in Bakersfield early Monday escalated into an officer-involved shooting after a…
New Law Gives Some Sexual Assault Survivors a Second Chance at Justice
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A new California law is offering renewed hope to some survivors of sexual assault,…
Two major jackpots totaling $226,000 hit at Hard Rock Casino
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Two lucky guests at Hard Rock Casino Tejon hit major jackpots totaling more than…
California caps insulin costs at $35 starting in 2026
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Starting in 2026, Californians with diabetes will have significantly more affordable access to insulin…
Boy Scouts collect Christmas trees for summer camp fundraiser
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Boy Scout Troop 712 is working on their largest fundraiser of the year, collecting…
Two arrested in fatal Bakersfield teen shooting, warrant issued
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Bakersfield Police detectives arrested two suspects Thursday in connection with a September shooting that…
Christmas Day Gunfire Leaves Bakersfield Residents Searching for Answers
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Blade Avenue in northeast Bakersfield is typically a quiet, close-knit street where neighbors say…
Genesis Mata’s mother files legal claims against Kern County
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Kern County faces powerful legal claims from the biological mother of Genesis Mata, the…