Pursuit suspect charged with attempted murder in connection with incident near Kern County fairgrounds
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man allegedly involved in an incident that occurred near the Kern County Fairgrounds — and who police say led officers on a brief chase — has been charged with crimes including attempted murder. Jessie Daniel Gonzalez pleaded not guilty Tuesday to two counts of attempted murder, two...
Bakersfield businesses urge shoppers to beat the heat and support local stores
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — (KBAK/FOX58) As temperatures rise in Bakersfield, local businesses are encouraging residents to shop locally to not only escape the heat but also find affordable deals amid a challenging economy. Tom Zarate, store manager at Mill Creek Antique Mall, emphasized the appeal of older goods....
Undercover sting in Bakersfield nets 10 alleged unlicensed contractors
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A two-day undercover sting operation conducted by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) led to the arrest of ten alleged unlicensed contractors in Bakersfield. The operation took place between April 24 and 25, 2025. The suspects reportedly submitted bids ranging from...
Valley Fever explodes in California: New hotspots see 300% increase
Kern County, California – California is on track for another record-breaking year of Valley fever cases, with more
Highschool Soccer 20 February Reedley Boys Game Notice
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Frozen in time: Portrait of a Warrior Gallery honors Jaclyn ‘Jackie’ Kvasnicka
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — With the ring of a bell, the portrait of Jaclyn “Jackie” Kvasnicka joined other veterans frozen in time at...
Bakersfield police searching for missing teen, 14, last seen in southwest Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is requesting the community’s assistance in locating a missing teen last seen in southwest Bakersfield....
2 killed in Lamont shooting, deputies investigating: KCSO
LAMONT, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting that left two men dead in Lamont on...
HERB BENHAM: Bossy but wise, Pete Tittl will be missed
I have many fond memories of Pete Tittl, the longtime restaurant critic for The Bakersfield Californian, who retired recently. The first was 30 years...
Our View: Vote for 4th District Supervisor Couch or one of his primary challengers
Fourth District Supervisor David Couch is one of three members of the Kern County Board of Supervisors who are facing formidable challengers in their...
