Bakersfield CA

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...

Hundreds gathered at Kern County Fairgrounds for the 15th annual Dia de los Muertos celebration, honoring deceased loved ones with altars.

Taft and Rural Crimes - Search Warrant Resulting in Arrest and Recovery of Stolen Items. November 1, 2025 – Kern County Sheriff's Office officials report that on October 30, 2025, deputies assigned to the Taft. Substation with assistance from members of the Rural Crimes Investigation Unit (RCIU) served a...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is having their 15th annual Dia de los Muertos event Sunday at the Kern County Fairgrounds. Attendees can enjoy traditional altars, Aztec dancing, blessings and mariachi and folkloico performances. The event will run from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Food,...

On October 14, 2025, the Bakersfield Jockey Club in Taft, California, recognized three Taft College student-athletes for their achievements. Faith Hamstreet, a sophomore on the Women's Golf Team, and freshmen Jazzahlei Satele and Vienna Perier from the Women's Volleyball Team, received awards. Katy Barrett Baxter,...

A 37-year-old woman recently shared her harrowing experience on social media, detailing how she was dismissed from the Mercy SW ER by a male doctor during a medical emergency. The woman, who was sent home with pain medication and sedatives, was instructed to consult a specialist. However, her intuition led her to...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — McFarland Police Department’s Police Chief, Brain Knox, has resigned. Knox’s career began back in 1992 as a Detentions Deputy for the Kern County Sheriff’s Office and went on to serve as sergeant, captain and then chief of police which he was appointed to in 2023. McFarland Mayor Saul...

Finding the right gym can make all the difference in your fitness journey. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your path to health, Shafter, CA, offers a variety of gyms to meet your needs. From high-intensity boot camps to family-friendly fitness centers, Shafter has something for everyone. In this...