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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Trucks are taking over Beale Memorial Library. The Kern County Library is hosting their Touch a Truck event this Saturday, November 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Marketing and Promotions Associate Fahra Daredia joined Eyewitness News Mornings to share more about the event. The...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — BIGGEST CHANGE: THE CLOCKS. Bakersfield saw Sunday's sunset at 5 p.m., following a sunrise at 6:19 a.m. That was the biggest change this weekend as the calendar went from October to November, while the weather stayed nearly the same. WARM FOR ANOTHER DAY OR TWO,...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Coroner has identified a man who was shot in Woody on Sunday. Robert McKenna Carver, 51, was shot in the 37000 block of Highway 155 in Woody just before 6:30 p.m. Carver died at the scene, according to KCSO. 17 News has contacted KCSO for more information.

Grohl donned a Korn tracksuit on social media before Foo Fighters announced a pop-up show in Korn's hometown. Dave Grohl Sports Korn Tracksuit as Foo Fighters Announce Surprise Show in Bakersfield Jon Hadusek

In the wake of the recent shutdown, a concerned citizen has taken to social media to express their willingness to help the community. The individual is seeking volunteer opportunities in town, especially those aimed at providing food aid to those affected by the shutdown. They have a flexible schedule, being...

While it may feel relaxing to put one's mind on pause and endless scroll the feed of a favorite app, experts are urging people to beware of certain warning signs.

Local parents, educators, community members and the grassroots group 50501 Bakersfield are organizing a free webinar on Wednesday, Nov. 5, to discuss the social, educational, and legal implications of a proposed “Ten Commandments Resolution” being considered by the Kern County Board of Education (KCBOE). The webinar...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — American rock band, the Foo Fighters, will be performing at the Nile Theater on Mon. Nov. 3, 2025, and the band sold tickets to the public on Sunday. In a social media post, the band said ticket sales would only be available in person at...

SHAFTER, Calif. FOX26 — City leaders in Shafter held a public meeting with the California High-Speed Rail Authority to discuss proposed changes and improvements within the city. however, the meeting was met with backlash from the community. Residents of Shafter believe that they are facing worse impacts from the...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A suspected DUI crash in northwest Bakersfield left a man in critical condition at the hospital, according to the Bakersfield Police Department. Officers also said the intersection of Hageman Rd. and Fruitvale Ave. is closed in all directions while officers investigate. Officers...