Storm causes power outage for nearly 3,000 PG&E customers in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — UPDATE (12:52 P.M.): Power in the area has been restored. Nearly 3,000 PG&E customers are without power in Bakersfield. The outage is impacting customers from Calloway Drive to Real Road, from Rosedale Highway to Stockdale Highway. It is impacting 2,668 customers. PG&E’s website said...
Man killed outside Bakersfield cafe
Bakersfield police investigate deadly shooting outside Pyrenee's Cafe on Sumner Street. Man found dead on sidewalk after ShotSpotter alert early Tuesday.
Human Remains Detection dog in training celebrates his 1st birthday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A human remains detection dog in training, who was previously a shelter dog, celebrated his 1st birthday. K9 Loki was up early to kick off his birthday festivities Tuesday, according to officials. In a post on Facebook, the Bakersfield Search and Rescue K-9 Unit said Loki was once on the...
6-year-old dies in southwest Bakersfield
Bakersfield police investigating death of 6-year-old child at Pine Brook Apartments. No signs of trauma found, case remains under investigation.
California loses 2 more factories and 500+ jobs as economic crisis deepens
California has had a rough 2025, no doubt about it. With strings of factory closures roiling the state economy… And even whole industries shutting down… California definitely needs some good…
Valley study shows housing, healthcare struggles for thousands
New study of 4,000 South Central Valley residents reveals extreme housing burdens, food insecurity and healthcare access issues affecting workers and families.
Taft Police arrest two after downtown foot chase, search
Taft Police arrested a man and woman on felony charges after a foot pursuit and search through downtown Taft Tuesday afternoon. It started about 3 p.m. when an officer on patrol spotted a felony warrant suspect near the 600 block of North The suspect, later identified as Russell William Lacy III, 27 was seen running...
BPD searching for at-risk missing 16-year-old boy
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in the search of a missing 16-year-old boy last seen Oct. 12. Zaharion Kourtney Dickerson was last seen around 6 p.m. Oct. 12 in the 700 block of Brundage Lane. BPD said Dickerson is considered at risk due to being a...
This Unassuming Restaurant In California Serves Up The Best Waffles You’ll Ever Taste
Tucked away in the heart of Bakersfield, where Central Valley sunshine meets homestyle cooking, sits Hodel’s Country Dining – a place where waffles aren’t just breakfast, they’re an art form that locals line up for with knowing smiles. You’ve probably driven past dozens of restaurants claiming...
Family pleading for murder charge in death of Bakersfield grandfather, says prosecutors are going...
Nine months ago, a Bakersfield grandfather was beaten to death downtown. Two men have been charged in his death, but the victim's family is pleading for the District Attorney to file more serious charges against the suspects.
