Bakersfield PD searches for missing at-risk 12-year-old boy
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in finding a missing at-risk 12-year-old boy. Police said Ivan Jimenez was last seen early Friday around 12:59 a.m. in the 2100 block of Kentucky Street. He is considered at-risk due to his age. Jimenez is...
Foggy finish to the weekend
* Dense Fog Advisory until 10 a.m.* - in the San Joaquin Valley from southern Fresno County south to northern Kern County. The sun was out, and temperatures were up... Saturday was a beautiful winter day! I hope you had a chance to enjoy it, because Sunday looks much different: cloudier/foggier, and cooler... except...
Genesis Mata’s mother files legal claims against Kern County
Kern County faces powerful legal claims from the biological mother of Genesis Mata, the 8-year-old girl who was found beaten to death in a bathtub earlier this month.
Interstate 5 closed for hours after gas line explosion near Grapevine
Many residents, including those outside the affected area, reported smelling gas.
Boy Scouts collect Christmas trees for summer camp fundraiser
Boy Scout Troop 712 continues 30-year Christmas tree collection fundraiser in Kern County, asking $15 per tree to fund summer camps and adventures.
KCSO investigating Christmas Eve stabbing
Kern County Sheriff deputies are investigating a Christmas Eve stabbing that injured a Taft man. Taft Police began investigating when the victim showed up bleeding from his wounds at a residence on South Tenth Street about 9:20 a.m., but deputies were called in when it was determined the stabbing occurred on the 100...
Two arrested in fatal Bakersfield teen shooting, warrant issued
Bakersfield Police arrested two suspects in September shooting that killed 15-year-old and wounded 16-year-old. Third suspect Joshua Camarena wanted.
Armed suspects rob McFarland gas station, steal $36,000
Three armed suspects robbed a McFarland Chevron station Thursday night, stealing $36,000 in cash registers and cash before fleeing in a stolen car.
Bakersfield, CA – Injury Crash on I-5 N near Grapevine Rd
Bakersfield, CA (December 26, 2025) – At least one person was injured following a crash involving a semi-truck and a van on Wednesday afternoon in Kern County. The collision occurred around 1:48 p.m. on northbound Interstate 5 near Grapevine Rd, according to the California Highway Patrol. Initial reports indicated...
Safety and holiday spirit unite at Critical Mass’ Ugly Sweater Ride at Beach Park
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Rain did not frighten away participants at Beach Park on Friday evening for the Ugly Sweater Christmas Ride, an event hosted by Critical Mass Bakersfield. The group calls attention to investing in bicyclists' safety and rights, while having fun. Around 30 riders donned their most...

















