Philippine Weekend returns to Delano, Celebrating Community, and Filipino Pride
The 47th Philippine Weekend in Delano showcases the richness of Filipino culture through flavorful cuisine, lively music, and a strong sense of community pride
Bakersfield police seek public’s help to find missing at-risk man
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing man, last seen Wednesday in the 8200 block of Kroll Way. Frederic Faughn, 63, was last seen on Oct. 15, 2025. He is considered at-risk due to medical conditions, said police.
Bakersfield Marine gives back to community one haircut at a time
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Johnny Contreras never expected to become a pillar of his East Bakersfield community when he first picked up a pair of barber shears. But the 40-year-old Marine veteran has built more than just a successful business — he's created a legacy of service that extends far beyond his barbershop...
Lanes reopen on Hwy 99 after crash involving semi-trailer truck, vehicle
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Lanes have reopened on Friday afternoon after a semi-trailer truck and at least one vehicle crashed on southbound Highway 99, just north of California Avenue. CHP's website said it happened just before 2:30 p.m. between multiple vehicles, including a semi-trailer truck. A Caltrans...
Man arrested after brief standoff in south Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A 46-year-old man was arrested after a brief standoff in south Bakersfield Thursday afternoon. An officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a subject, later identified as Jeffrey Aaron, 46, around 4:05 p.m. in the 10 block of Union Avenue. Police said Aaron fled on foot and...
Lisa Lisa promises fun, fun with her tour stop
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Lisa Lisa’s 40th Anniversary Tour will be making a stop in Bakersfield at Dignity Health Arena at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 17. Take a moment to let that sink in. It has been four decades since Lisa Lisa rose to fame as the lead singer of the New York-based band Lisa […]
Pet of the Week: Mr. Pip
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Meet this week’s Pet of the Week, Mr. Pip. Mr. Pip is a 7-year-old male chihuahua, according to Brian McLaughlin with the Bakersfield SPCA. Pip doesn’t need a whole lot of space nor food, or even a ton of time outdoors — just a lap to sit on and an owner […]
City of Bakersfield finishes new weir on Kern River Canal to manage floods, boost...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Construction has been completed on the Kern River Canal Backup Weir, a vital piece of water infrastructure for Bakersfield, the city announced. The weir, just east of the Coffee Road bridge, is now operational. The city stated that the weir enables Bakersfield's water department to...
California’s first carbon storage project moves ahead as it faces CEQA lawsuit
California Resources Corp. on Thursday held a groundbreaking ceremony in Kern County for what’s set to be the state’s first commercial carbon capture and storage project at the Elk Hills oil field near Bakersfield, even as a coalition of environmental and community groups continues to press a CEQA lawsuit against...
Hollywood medium Tyler Henry coming to The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater on May 26
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Tyler Henry, The Hollywood Medium, is coming to The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater on May 26th. It is for a live show called “An Evening of Hope and Healing.”. Tyler will be discussing his gift and sharing unparalleled insights into the afterlife. This show...
