Record October rains hit Bakersfield; Victorville spawns apparent landspout tornado
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — From record-setting Bakersfield rains to a tornado in the high desert the weather this week was anything but typical for October across southcentral California. A storm system, propelled by a powerful North Pacific jet stream with high altitude winds nearing 200 mph, was blown into...
Woman trapped in house fire in SE Bakersfield died of smoke inhalation: coroner
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Coroner’s Office released the cause and manner of death for a woman found unresponsive in a house fire in southeast Bakersfield in September. The cause of death for Delcy Elizabeth C. Martinez, 75, of Bakersfield was “complications of smoke inhalation,” according to the coroner’s office. The death was […]
Over 200 marijuana plants seized, 1 arrested in Taft: Kern County Sheriff’s Office
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Over 200 marijuana plants were eradicated and one person was arrested after a search warrant was executed in Taft, officials said. Officials with the Kern County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded to the 200 block of Naylor Street on Oct. 22 and executed a search warrant. During the search, 204 marijuana […]
‘We drive to save lives.’ Local volunteer group saves 31 dogs from euthanasia
The Good Dog Ranch, a local group of volunteers, mounted 31 dogs onto a bus headed to Colorado, where foster-based rescue groups will take them in.
Delano resident on probation arrested after officers allegedly find meth during search
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A Delano resident on post-release supervision was arrested after probation officers allegedly found about 142 grams of suspected methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and money during a home search. The Kern County Probation Department said on Monday, October 19, 2026, officers assigned to the Kern County Probation...
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital Becomes Kern County’s First Magnet-Certified Hospital
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital has earned the Magnet designation for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care, becoming the first hospital in Kern County to receive the honor. The recognition comes from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, which awards it only after an extensive evaluation of a hospital's nursing practices, patient outcomes and professional culture.
Woman charged in crash that killed Bakersfield couple to get developmental disability evaluation
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The trial to determine whether Anabell Correa is competent to stand trial on two counts of murder in a crash that killed a married couple was postponed after her attorney argued Friday she has a developmental disability. Defense attorney Paul Brar — who appeared via phone call — brought up the […]
Oildale daughter searches 900 days for her missing mother, Ana Barbosa
Ana Barbosa has been missing from Oildale for 900 days. Her daughter continues searching and raising awareness for domestic violence survivors.
Becerra and SEIU Target Valadao’s Medicaid Vote as CA-22 Becomes the Fall’s Hottest Race
Xavier Becerra and SEIU Local 2015 formally backed Randy Villegas in Bakersfield on October 22, making Valadao's vote for H.R. 1 — the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" — the central argument of their healthcare-focused closing push. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is scheduled to appear alongside Villegas tonight, Friday,...
Rainfall record from 1899 shattered in Central Valley rainstorm
An El Niño storm broke significant rainfall records in Merced and Bakersfield and caused thousands of power outages across California.
