Dense Fog Advisory kicks off a cool, active weather pattern
It was another foggy start across the Central Valley, with dense fog impacting the entire region Tuesday morning. That fog is expected to clear by around 9 to 10 a.m. High temperatures in the valley will top out near 55 degrees. The Kern River Valley could warm into the mid-60s, desert areas will see highs in the...
Golden Empire Transit District to offer free rides on New Year’s Eve
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Golden Empire Transit District is set to offer free rides on New Year’s Eve. According to GET officials, fixed route and GET-A-Lift paratransit buses will be offering free rides on New Year’s Eve from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. The offer is designed to help the community celebrate safely. For...
From the Battle of the Bulge back home to Bakersfield
A 102-year-old Bakersfield World War II veteran returned home after revisiting the Battle of the Bulge, where he was honored for his service and sacrifice.
Suspect shot after fleeing police, neighbors react
Suspect shot after fleeing police, neighbors react.
BPD seek help finding at-risk man, last seen on 8th Street
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community's help in locating John Dylan Hinzo, 50. He is considered at risk due to medical conditions. Hinzo was last seen on Dec. 30, 2025, at around 3 p.m. in the 700 block of 8th Street. Hinzo is...
Stevie Wonder impersonator accused of touching minor ruled competent to stand trial
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Criminal proceedings have been reinstated against a Stevie Wonder impersonator accused of inappropriately touching a minor at a Bakersfield convenience store, with doctors reporting he’s now competent to stand trial. Tino Ibach was previously found not competent, but court records say he...
Teen arraigned in September shooting death of Foothill High School student
Joshua Camarena faces multiple felony charges, including murder and several gang-related offenses, related to the death of 15-year-old Jacob Jesus Hernandez.
Who’s that Good Dog?
Family: Leela, Anjali, Shailen, Rini, and Chandra Sivakumar. Breed: Part Husky, part Poodle, part Japanese Chin. Adoption story: We adopted her from the Milo Foundation. She came from a litter in Bakersfield, where two neighbors dogs mated and they were not able to keep the puppies. We saw her photo online and loved...
Santa Clarita deputies arrest suspect in Bakersfield, accused in $8k burglary
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Following a stolen property investigation from late November, Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's deputies arrested a 57-year-old man at a Bakersfield motel on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025. The department shared on social media that on November 27, the suspect allegedly burglarized a business in...
Bakersfield police officers prepare for potential return of street takeovers
Massive 2022 operation involving 84 officers from 3 agencies led to 56 arrests and dozens of impounded vehicles
