Southbound Hwy. 99 lanes closed near Panama Lane due to crash: CHP
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — All lanes of southbound Highway 99, just north of Panama Lane, were closed as of 5:35 p.m. due to a two-vehicle crash, according to CHP's website. It happened just after 5:15 p.m. when a white BMW sedan and a silver Chevrolet Sonic collided. At least one...
Man arrested in deadly shooting on East Warren Ave in Oildale
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with a deadly shooting Friday in Oildale, according to sheriff’s officials. Jonathan Cody Fraze is being held without bail in both the shooting and an unrelated stalking case, officials and booking records said. He’s due...
Bakersfield City Council to discuss possible purchase of downtown Bank of America building
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Truxtun Tower, also known as the Bank of America building, is one of downtown Bakersfield’s most prominent structures. The Bakersfield City Council is set to discuss purchasing that building, according to the agenda, during a closed session meeting on Wednesday. The council is slated...
DOJ Opposes Mental Health Diversion for Ex-Kern Supervisor Scrivner
A spokesperson representing the California Department of Justice (DOJ) said it opposed the court’s decision to grant mental health diversion to former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner, who faces multiple felony charges, including child endangerment and possession of an assault weapon. “This is a serious case...
Kern County take steps to fight human trafficking & bring awareness to the issue
The KCAHT broke down the stigma behind human trafficking and how it could be happen in your backyard. They encourage residents to speak up if they see something which can potentially save a life.
Three men sentenced for armed robbery at Bakersfield dispensary in 2023
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Three men have been sentenced after being convicted of multiple felony charges, including robbery and intimidating a witness, following an armed robbery at a Bakersfield marijuana dispensary in 2023. Miguel Arredondo, 34, Hector Reynaga, 25, and Martin Zendejas, 29, were found guilty...
Adoption fees $10 at Kern County Animal Services throughout January
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Kern County Animal Services is set to have $10 adoption fees throughout the month of January. The adoption fee includes spay and neuter, microchips, vaccination and license. Organizers said adoption fees are always waived for the first 30 days for cats and dogs. If you do not live...
Police chief: Call 911, don’t intervene directly in crimes
Chief Greg Terry addresses retail theft concerns, holiday DUI success, and upcoming budget challenges facing the department
Deion Sanders coming to Bakersfield for hospice fundraiser
Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders will speak at Hoffmann Hospice's 29th annual Voices of Inspiration fundraiser April 16 at Dignity Health Theater.
Rio Bravo Country Club shuts down for repairs
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A golf course in east Bakersfield announced its closure due to unforeseen circumstances on Saturday. Rio Bravo Country Club announced a months long closure on Jan. 3 and owners said they expect to be back in business come April 2026. The decision did not come lightly, according to country...

















