Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Coroner’s officials on Monday said the cause and manner of death of 8-year-old Genesis Mata, whose body showed signs of severe abuse, are pending further studies. The child’s father and stepmother are charged with murder, torture and other crimes. Ray Mata Jr. and Gabriela Bustamonte...

Buck Owens' Crystal Palace has permanently closed its doors. That’s the word from the Buck Owens family, which made the announcement Monday morning.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Two people are dead after a crash on Highway 99 near South Union Avenue on Friday night. On Friday, August 8, just after 11 p.m., the California Highway Patrol responded to a report of a solo-vehicle crash. A 20-year-old male was driving a Chevrolet southbound...

Two suspects connected to a fatal shooting in Santa Maria on Friday have been arrested, according to the Santa Maria Police Department. On August 9, at approximately 11:02 p.m., Santa Maria Police officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 1200 block of West Main Street. Upon arrival,...

A 70-year-old Apple Valley man who went missing last week has been found dead in Kern County, authorities said. Richard Foxe was reported missing after leaving his Apple Valley home on Wednesday, Aug. 6, and failing to return, San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department officials said. Authorities and worried loved...

Officer initiated activity at Albertsons, Kern St. Disposition: Checks Ok. Occurred at Napa Auto Parts on Main St. Disposition: False Alarm. Occurred on Fourth St. Disposition: Report Taken. 2:42 Civil Matter. Occurred at Buena Vista Mobile Home Park on N. Tenth St. Disposition: Civil Problem. 3:47 Reckless Driving....

On this episode of Kern County In Depth, a closer look at the ongoing investigation into the horrific death of an 8-year-old Bakersfield girl. Genesis Mata was found dead in a motel room with signs that she was tortured, according to police. Reports indicate that it occurred over two days. Her father and stepmother...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — We can expect another really hot day across our area for Sunday. Heat Wave #3 is in full swing across the South Valley and those sizzlin' temps have been felt all across Kern County. Please stay out of the heat, drink plenty of liquids (preferably...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – Kern County Child Protective Services is facing heavy criticism after an 8 year old girl was found dead in a motel earlier this month. Police discovered the girl, Genesis Mata, on Aug. 2 in a bathtub after getting a call about an unconscious child in the bathroom. She was found at a La Quinta...

Bakersfield, Calif. – Dangerous heat is set to grip the Kern County Slopes and Desert through early Tuesday, with highs pushing past 110 degrees and little relief overnight. The National Weather Service warns the combination of intense daytime heat and warm nighttime lows poses a serious health risk, especially for...