Young Eagles program gives Bakersfield kids a chance to fly each month
A monthly program in Bakersfield is giving kids a chance to fly. The next Young Eagles rally is Aug. 1. Photojournalist Carlos Hernandez has the latest installment of Kern's Kindness.
Woman arrested in Taft on narcotics-related charges after search warrant served
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A woman was arrested earlier in July on suspicion of multiple narcotics-related charges and more after deputies served a search warrant in Taft, according to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office. On July 1, deputies from the KCSO Taft Substation and detectives from the Rural Crimes Investigatio
Water emergency at Hart Park prompts large emergency response
Emergency crews responded to Hart Park after witnesses reported people floating on inner tubes encountered trouble in the Kern River current.
Taft woman being held on multiple drug, weapons charges
On July 1, 2026, deputies assigned to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Taft Substation, along with detectives from the Rural Crime Investigation Unit executed a search warrant in the 200 block of Eastern Avenue and arrested a woman on multiple drug and weapons charges. Deanna Murphy, 64, was booked...
Brush fire continues to force closure on Highway 41 towards Central Coast
An 80-acre brush fire near the Kings County-Kern County line forced the closure of Highway 41 between Highway 33 and Highway 46.
Suspect arrested in East Bakersfield arson case
A suspect is in custody in connection with an alleged arson outside Luigi's Restaurant in East Bakersfield, the Bakersfield Fire Department said.
Teen shot near Mount Vernon Ave Thursday: KCSO
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A teen is in the hospital after being shot Thursday night in east Bakersfield, according to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office. KCSO said deputies responded to the area of Mount Vernon Avenue and Niles Street at about 10:30 p.m. to reports of a shooting. Deputies found a teen with a gunshot [
Fortune Feimster coming to The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater in October
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Comedian, writer and actress Fortune Feimster is headed to Bakersfield to perform at The Historic Fox Theater in October. “Fortune Feimster: Takin’ Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour” is making its stop at The Fox at 5 p.m. Oct. 18, according to organizers. Doors are set to open at 4 p.m. VIP […]
Bakersfield family law attorney is closing office, facing angry reaction from clients
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Rumors abounded Friday morning that a Bakersfield family law attorney had closed his practice without notice and left clients in the lurch. It was said Lutie Thompson was no longer practicing law, that he was on the run, that no one could reach him. A video posted online from his office […]
Bakersfield man, 32, died of fentanyl, meth overdose; hyperthermia possible: Coroner
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A 32-year-old Bakersfield man died last month from an accidental drug overdose, with possible hyperthermia as a contributing factor, according to the Kern County Coroner’s Office. Hector Erik Rivera Jr. died June 13, 2026, in the 2000 block of 28th Street, the coroner’s office...
