Suspected DUI driver crashes into cars near vigil for 8-year-old killed by alleged drunken...
As a vigil was was ending Sunday for an 8-year-old boy who died in a DUI-related crash in east Bakersfield, a different driver suspected of DUI crashed into vehicles nearby.
Additional showers likely Sunday, more rain expected into the work week
Good Saturday evening, Kern County. Steady rainfall through the day Saturday caused several impacts in our neighborhoods. The latest update on the roads, as of 9:00 p.m. Saturday, a hard closure is in place on HWY 178 at the mouth of the canyon, HWY 33 is closed from LoKern Road to the 46, and the 166 is closed from...
Flooding Conditions Across Mt. Vernon: A Community Perspective
In a recent discussion on social media, users shared their experiences regarding the potential flooding in their areas. The conversation was primarily focused on the Mt. Vernon bridge, which leads towards Niles, and the conditions of other areas such as BC, University, Columbus, and Truxtun.
Car crashes into northwest Bakersfield home, leaving damage to garage
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A car crashed into a house near the front door and side of the garage at Altamura Ln. and Howell Mountain Dr. in Bakersfield, Calif., around 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Bakersfield police were on the scene in the northwest Bakersfield neighborhood. The reason or cause for...
BPD: Missing 13-year-old girl last seen in southeast Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a runaway missing 13-year-old girl, last seen in southeast Bakersfield. Officers said Paris Bishop was last seen on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at around 6:00 p.m. in the 600 block of Hosking...
Traffic Chaos on Route 58 West: Avoid at All Costs
Motorists are advised to avoid Highway 58 West due to a severe traffic jam. The situation has escalated to the point where drivers are resorting to turning around and exiting the freeway via the on-ramp. The cause of the traffic congestion is yet to be confirmed.
McFarland Girls Win First Place in Cross Country County Championships, Advance to League Finals
On Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, Hart Memorial Park hosted Kern County’s cross-country championships. High Schools all over Kern County met at Hart Park to compete in this rigorous race, which determines which team moves on to the league finals. McFarland High School’s Freshman and Sophomore girls’ team, along with...
KERN COUNTY OPENS SANDBAG STATIONS BEFORE EXPECTED DOWNPOURS
Kern County residents are bracing for a strong storm moving into the area. Kern County Public Works has delivered sand to nine sites across the county to help people prepare. Each site has a pile of sand ready for use, and residents must bring their own sandbags and shovels. Empty...
Series of storms to hit Kern County as weather pattern remains active
Following one of the most impressive storms to hit our area in quite some time, the atmosphere shows no signs of slowing down. You would think we skipped a couple of months and ended up right in the heart of mid-winter, when the storm track is usually the most active for our region. A storm parade of sorts is aiming...
Sandbag Stations Open Across the Kern River Valley Ahead of Incoming Storm
KERN RIVER VALLEY — With heavy rain in the forecast, Kern County Public Works has stocked sand at multiple locations across the valley so residents can prepare for possible flooding. The county provides the sand for free, but residents will need to bring their own shovels and sandbags. Empty...
