‘Sketch’ solid way to introduce scary films to kids
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One constant over the years is that children reach an age where they become curious about certain things. You can have THAT talk later. What is being discussed here is a youngster who has heard so many good and scary things about horror movies that they want to watch one. If […]
CHP seeks driver of pickup truck in deadly Oregon Street hit-and-run
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — CHP is looking for the driver of a pickup truck, who is accused of hitting and killing a woman on Oregon Street early Sunday morning. The California Highway Patrol said on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at around 1:46 a.m., officers were called to Mount Vernon Avenue at Oregon Street, for a...
Man gets decades in prison for shooting Delano K-9
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man who led police on a chase then shot a K-9 before pointing the gun at officers was sentenced Tuesday. Under a plea agreement reached in June, Eduardo Figueroa received 20 years and eight months in prison for the New Year’s Day 2022 incident, according to court records. Figueroa, 41,...
2025 Cutest Pet Contest: The Results Are In!
A huge round of a-paws to everyone who entered, voted, and shared the love. With over 100 pawsome entries and more than 2,000 votes, the Cutest Pet Contest was overflowing with charm, and they claimed the crown!. Whether you voted, entered, or just cheered from the sidelines, thank you for...
Missing 37-year-old last seen in southwest Bakersfield: police
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Bakersfield police are attempting to locate a missing adult who was last seen on Monday. Adrean Ayala, 37, went missing around 2:15 p.m. Monday in the 5300 block of California Avenue, according to police. Police said Ayala is considered at-risk due to a mental health condition. Ayala is...
Massive central California wildfire threatens more than 800 structures and leaves 3 injured
More than 800 structures are being threatened by a massive wildfire burning through Los Padres National Forest in central California. Officials say the Gifford Fire spans more than 113 square miles
Bakersfield Community Rallies Behind Popular Food Truck Owner After Setback
Mr. Dimples food truck in Bakersfield needs help after break down!The owner is still serving the community while working to rebuild.Have you visited his temporary setup? Share your favorite menu item!
What we know about the death of an 8-year-old girl whose body was found...
Genesis Mata was set to start second grade at Pauly Elementary next week. She loved to dance, her grandmother said at a vigil Sunday night outside of the Riverside Drive motel room where her body was found.
New details in deadly shooting on Beardsley Ave
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — An Oildale man has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting another man with a pellet gun through a garage window on Beardsley Avenue. Darin Williford, 46, is accused of killing Mitchell Lee Farley, 38, during a dispute on July 12. According to the offense...
CHP investigates crash possibly linked to brush fire on Highway 58 near Bear Mountain...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — California Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that possibly led to a brush fire on the westbound Highway 58 just west of Bear Mountain Boulevard (223) on Monday. No one was injured in the crash, according to CHP's website. Just before 5 p.m., a semi-trailer truck...
