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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The city of Bakersfield’s administrative offices are set to be closed Thursday and Friday in observance of Thanksgiving. Officials with the city said trash services are scheduled to be delayed one day as a result of this closure. City offices are scheduled to reopen Dec. 1 at 8 a.m. as...

Cool conditions are still the norm here in Kern County as the Dense Fog Advisory continues. Bakersfield saw a high of 55º today, sitting just below average this time of year. The advisory is expected to stay in place until Thanksgiving afternoon around 1 p.m. By the end of...

"An oasis in the middle of a sea of nondescript chains."

The issue of transient populations and homelessness is a topic that has been gaining traction on social media platforms. A recent post on Reddit sparked a discussion about the plight of those who can't afford to pay rent or for a hotel and are forced to live on the streets. The post highlighted the societal stigma...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A 54-year-old motorcyclist was left with major injuries after a crash in northwest Bakersfield Tuesday afternoon. The crash was reported around 3:14 p.m. in the area of Renfro Road and Greatest Place, according to the California Highway Patrol Traffic Incident Information Page. CHP said a...

This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Southwest Bakersfield just gained a new lunch anchor: West Coast Sourdough has opened inside The Marketplace at 9000 Ming Ave, Suite O5 (sometimes listed as Suite 5). The store posts hours of Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–7 p.m., and...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One person was killed Thursday afternoon in a two-vehicle collision in McFarland, police said. The crash occurred around 1 p.m. at the intersection of Elmo Highway and Kendrea Street, according to a McFarland Police Department release sent shortly after 2 p.m. One of the drivers died at...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Small Business Saturday, an annual event held on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, aims to encourage people to shop at local small businesses and support their communities. Janelle Capra from the Greater Bakersfield Chamber shared insights on the importance of this initiative.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — There were Bakersfield police officers seen at the Rio Mirada Villas apartment complex, just east of Buck Owens Boulevard Thursday afternoon. The cause for the response is unknown at this time. At least two patrol vehicles were seen parked in front of the complex on...

Bakersfield police arrested Manuel Robles, 37, for murder after a woman was found shot dead at a residence on Tallulah Falls Court Wednesday night.