Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A truck driver accused of knocking a man unconscious then threatening to shoot people who followed him to his vehicle was found not guilty of all charges. A Kern County jury on Thursday acquitted Marcus Ivey of four felonies — including assault with a deadly weapon — and misdemeanor...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A vegetation fire that reportedly began around 3:30 p.m. has closed Cottonwood Road and East Pacheco Road to traffic, according to the CHP website. It's unknown how many acres have burned at this time. Kern County Fire personnel are on scene. The cause of the fire...

Good morning and a happy Friday, Kern County. We're in the home stretch of March, and our temperatures have been consistently above average for the second half of the month. Temperatures stay warm Friday and through the weekend, but changes are coming. Bakersfield will be in the mid-to-upper-80s Friday through Monday.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The second lane on Highway 58 at General Beale Road is closed Friday morning after a semi-truck has gone down into an embankment. According to the California Highway Patrol, the semi-truck went down into the embankment at around 2:29 a.m. when the driver veered off the road. The driver...

Good morning and happy Thursday, Kern County. We're staying warm through the weekend, but a big pattern change takes hold next week. Let's begin with the short term forecast. Temperatures take a slight dip down here in Bakersfield compared to earlier this week, but it's a minor change. We have a forecast high of 80...

The City of Arvin has unveiled a new solar energy project at its wastewater treatment plant, marking a significant step toward reducing costs and greenhouse gas emissions while improving infrastructure reliability for the community. City officials, alongside representatives from Veolia, announced the completion of...

BAKERSFIELD, Calid. (KGET) — Kern County Animal Services is hosting several pet adoption events as part of PetSmart’s National Adoption Week. The events are happening thanks in part to a $20,000 grant from PetSmart Charities, county officials said. The dates and PetSmart locations are as follows: The hope is adoption...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Superior Court announced a series of “Pathways to the Bench” informational sessions in the coming months meant to help those in east Kern who are interested in pursuing a judicial career. Presiding Judge John W. Lua, Assistant Presiding Judge Christie Norris and East Kern...

Shafter Police officials said the intersection at Santa Fe Way and Cherry Avenue is currently closed due to a traffic collision. Officials said there is no estimated time for reopening. Drivers were asked to use an alternate route and avoid the area if possible. The crash happened just before 9:30...

There are several events in Bakersfield and Kern County for kids and families to celebrate Easter.