Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif (KBAK/KBFX) As California experiences record rainfall in the final weeks of 2025, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is intensifying efforts to ensure driver safety in Kern County. CHP is urging drivers to slow down, stay alert, and exercise extra caution on the wet roadways. "With the bringing...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The U.S. Marshals task force needs your help in finding a parolee at large. Josie Laniez, 68, is on parole for rape, according to U.S. Marshals. U.S. Marshals describe Laniez to be 5 feet, 5 inches tall and 204 pounds. He has ties to Kern County. If you’ve seen him or […]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Search and Rescue team recovered a vehicle from a canal on Thursday in the Northern Kern area. According to the social media post, the vehicle recovery was done in the same area they have responded to repeatedly in recent weeks. “When vehicles enter...

One person suffered serious injuries in a crash Thursday afternoon after their vehicle went off the side of Breckenridge Road, the California Highway Patrol said.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — As we move forward to 2026, it’s crucial to reflect and remember some of the biggest incidents that rocked the Golden Empire. 17 News’ Vincent Demonte looked at those stories and the community members who were taken too soon. 47 pedestrian fatals, 77 homicides and 12 DUI fatals; all...

Kern County deputies investigate early morning shooting in east Bakersfield near Shirlee Court and College Avenue. No injuries reported.

California’s latest minimum wage increase is drawing mixed reactions in Kern County, offering financial relief for workers while raising concerns for small business owners about rising costs.

Bakersfield residents of all ages braved cold waters for the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day at multiple locations across the city.

The expiration of federal tax credits under the Affordable Care Act could impact an estimated 1.9 million Californians, according to Covered California, the state’s health insurance marketplace.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A look back at 2025's most noteworthy stories here in Kern County. This year, Kern County became the epicenter of controversial ICE raids, sparking fear and protests nationwide. Eyewitness News confirmed federal agents conducted Operation "Return to Sender" in Bakersfield, targeting...