‘We’re worth more’: Bakersfield City School District teachers, employees demand wage increase
“I stand here tonight to let you know that 1.5% with a tiny bump to 2% in the last hours is insulting,” one BCSD teacher said.
Experts find Kern County residents could pay hundreds more annually in home insurance premiums due to...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A new study shows that California’s inland counties will face significant insurance premium jumps as climate change continues to send the cost of home insurance soaring. Although the report commissioned by the Coalition for the Insurable Future predicts that northern inland counties will see the highest premium hikes by 2035, Kern County is anticipated to see home insurance premium rates rise...
Police search for at-risk missing 71-year-old woman, last seen in south Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Update: Gonzalez has been located. Bakersfield police are asking for the public’s help to find an at-risk, missing 71-year-old woman last seen on Wednesday afternoon. The Bakersfield Police Department said Maria Bertha Gonzalez was last seen on April 29, 2026, around 3:35 p.m. in the...
Medi-Cal and CalFresh cuts could put thousands of Kern County residents to work
Changes to Medi-Cal and CalFresh could put tens of thousands of Kern County residents at risk of losing benefits, as local leaders prepare for the impact of a new federal law set to take effect in the 2026–2027 fiscal year.
Suspected DUI case delayed for man accused of killing 2 on Planz Road
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A repeat DUI offender accused of killing two women and injuring another in a suspected DUI crash in south Bakersfield will have to wait longer for his case to move forward, according to Kern County Superior Court officials. Arturo Munoz’s murder case, in the deaths of...
Taft College Men’s Golf posts strong showing at Big 8 Conference event in Fresno
Taft College turned in a solid day April 27 at the Big 8 Conference No.11 event, with sophomores and freshmen leading the Cougars at Fort Washington Golf & Country Club in Fresno. Scherer carded an 81 to pace Taft, Clark matched him with an 81, and sophomore followed with an 83 in the event hosted by Fresno City College.
Kern County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Charged with Multiple Felonies
KERN COUNTY, CA — “Kern County District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer has announced the filing of criminal charges against Kern County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Ryan Dunbier. On January 20, 2026, Dunbier was arrested upon arriving at work after the Kern County Sheriff’s Office became aware of unlawful conduct. On January 21, 2026, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office submitted a request to the Kern County District Attorney’s...
2 men face up to 19 years for transporting meth in Kern County
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Two men were found guilty Monday of transporting about 50 pounds of methamphetamine for sale, according to the Kern County District Attorney’s Office. A Kern County jury found Ismael Gonzalez Jr., 34, and David Mendoza, 31, each guilty of possession for sale of a controlled substance, transportation for sale of a […]
Murder conviction upheld in CDCR counselor Benny Alcala’s death
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — In appealing his murder conviction, Robert Pernell Roberts argued the only evidence he had a gun the night corrections counselor Benny Alcala was shot and killed was the testimony of his co-defendant, who he claimed lied. A panel of the Fifth District Court of Appeal disagreed, saying “plenty of evidence” — […]
Bakersfield police seek public’s help to identify suspects in Star Smoke Shop burglary
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying suspects related to burglary investigation. Police said on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the suspects forced entry into the Star Smoke Shop in the 4600 block of Planz Road and removed several cartons of cigarettes and a cash register.
