Update: Suspected burglar shot by homeowner dies
A suspected burglar shot by a homeowner in South Taft has died, the Kern County Sheriff's Office has confirmed. Felix Villasenor Cortez, 36, died Tuesday at Kern Medical, the KCSO said. He was shot just before 6 a.m. on July 14. The KCSO said deputies were told Cortez was confrontedby...
11-year-old Bakersfield girl ready to burst onto the music scene with voice of gold
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles is entering its eighth day, with country star Keith Urban set to perform. He’s released many hits through the years, from “Somebody Like You,” to “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” and “Who Wouldn’t Wanna Be Me.” Agreed, who wouldn’t want to be a huge country star?...
Woman admitted setting deadly fire at trailer park: reports
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Questioned by arson investigators, Nicole Taylor at first denied telling anyone she’d ignited a blaze inside her mobile home, killing another occupant. Then she made some unusual statements. People had followed and harassed her for weeks, Taylor told investigators, adding “We’re not even...
Rewards increased for 10 cold cases in Delano as officials seek answers
Pastor David Vivas, a crime victim advocate in Delano, said an event like this sends a message to the perpetrators of these crimes.
Hearing set for local Stevie Wonder impersonator accused of inappropriately touching child
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Tino Ibach, a Bakersfield resident known for his performances as a Stevie Wonder impersonator, has been arrested and faces serious charges following an incident involving a 3-year-old girl on Stockdale Highway. According to court documents, the incident occurred on June 30 at Snappy's...
Rocket Fizz to move to Town & Country Shopping Center on Stockdale Highway
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Rocket Fizz, known for its nostalgic candy and wide array of soda flavors, is relocating within Bakersfield. The business, which opened at The Marketplace on Ming Avenue in 2020, will close its current location this Saturday, July 26. Rocket Fizz announced it will be moving to...
3 out of 10 vehicle thefts in Central Valley occurred in Kern County 2023-2024:...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Over 30% of all vehicle thefts that took place in the Central Valley from 2023 to 2024 happened in Kern County, according to the Office of Governor Gavin Newsom. According to the report, the number of vehicle thefts declined across the state of California as well as throughout the Central...
Suspect arrested after alleged stabbing in south Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A person is suffering minor injuries after being stabbed Wednesday morning, according to Bakersfield police. Officers responded to 2501 White Lane after receiving reports of a stabbing that had occured. One person was suffering from minor injuries when police arrived. A brief foot pursuit...
Partygoers said 19-year-old was drinking before fatal crash on Union Ave: docs
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Nathon Michael Ramirez drank at a party held at a Bakersfield apartment complex pool before driving several partygoers to a residence on the night of June 10, where he continued to consume alcohol, witnesses told Bakersfield police investigators. An hour later, the 19-year-old Ramirez...
Traffic stop leads to arrest of South Lake man who allegedly carried firearms, narcotics
He is being held on $112,635 bail, inmate records show.