Rainy New Year’s Eve heading into the New Year
It will be a wet New Year’s Eve across Kern County, with light showers expected through the day and heavier rain developing Wednesday night and continuing into early New Year’s Day. The mountains and desert areas remain under a Flood Watch through Thursday. Residents in those areas should...
Groundwater safety questions raised in western Kern County
A local farmer near McKittrick is challenging the state’s plan to reclassify groundwater, raising concerns about long-term safety for farming and nearby communities.
About 7,500 Kern County residents die each year; here are 17 of the most...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – In 2025, Kern County lost a number of pioneers. We lost veterans of World War II and Vietnam, giants of education, pillars of the business community, and many examples of devotion to family and community. Here, in roughly chronological order, are but a few of them. Doug DeRoo: January 6...
Suspected DUI crashes devastate Kern County community in 2025
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Driving under the influence is a problem we know all too well here in Kern County. A survey by LendingTree this year ranked Bakersfield with the 8th highest DUI rate among the 50 largest cities in the nation. Sadly, 2025 reinforced those findings with a large number of deadly and...
One man killed in overnight crash at Tenth and Pico
One man as killed in a single vehicle accident that apparently occurred overnight but was not discovered until after 8 a.m. New Year's Day. The crash occurred on Pico at Tenth Street. The California Highway Patrol is investigating. Officers don't know much at this stage in the investigations. "There are...
New Year’s Day baby brings joy to Bakersfield family
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Tahnee and William of Bakersfield celebrated the arrival of their baby girl, Billie, born at 3:43 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2026, at Adventist Health Bakersfield. Billie, named after her grandfather, weighed 7 lbs 15 ounces and measured 19 1/2 inches. The couple, who have two...
Pancake breakfast fundraiser to benefit former Sergeant David George
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern Law Enforcement Association is serving up flapjacks in support of a former sergeant in need. A pancake fundraiser is scheduled to be held in support of former Sergeant David George on Jan. 17, at Salty’s BBQ on 6720 Schirra Court. From 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., hungry supporters can […]
Words of wisdom about our approach to the new year from Kern County clergy
BAKERSFIELD, Calif, (KGET) – Some will party on New Year’s Eve, some will seek calmer entertainment and some will just rest. Some, too, will reflect. What should the end of one year and the dawn of another mean to our inner selves, our spiritual selves? We asked three members of the local clergy. “I think […]
Bakersfield PD searches for missing 50-year-old man
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Bakersfield police are seeking help in locating a 50-year-old man who is missing. John Dylan Hinzo was last seen Dec. 30, at about 3:00 p.m., near the 700 block of 8th Street. Police say Hinzo is at-risk due to medical conditions. He is described to be 5 feet, 2 inches tall […]
Man Arrested In Bakersfield After Burglarizing Saugus Bar
A man was arrested in Bakersfield after he allegedly burglarized a Saugus bar last month stealing approximately $8,000 in property. On Nov. 27, 2025, deputies responded to a burglary at the Shot Exchange in the 26800 block of Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus, said Shirley Miller, spokesperson for the Santa Clarita...
