Bakersfield CA

Kern County’s food scene is buzzing with new openings this month — from school cafeterias to senior living kitchens and pizza shops. If you’re ready to lead a team or cook up something great, these roles are worth a look.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Children with autism in Bakersfield have a new place to play this summer after the city dedicated upgrades to the playground at Wilson Park. City leaders were on hand at the park today for the dedication. In addition to repairs made to benches, light poles, and sidewalks, the park now...

Kern County’s tech scene is buzzing with opportunities right now — from defense contractors to healthcare innovators. If you’re in IT and ready for a new challenge, these roles are worth a look.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A tasty and refreshing addition to Cal State Bakersfield and breweries around town is captivating Roadrunner fans. Take a look as I tell you what’s brewing with the blue and gold. “It’s 100% grain which means malted barley. Yeast. Water. That’s kind of the definition of craft beer. It’s a...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man accused of vandalizing Luigi’s Restaurant two days after Christmas Day. Police said it happened on Saturday, December 27th, 2025, at Luigi’s Restaurant, located at 725 E 19th Street.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Caltrans said eastbound Highway 58 is set to see a daytime closure of eastbound Highway 58 between Highway 43 and Nord Avenue from Wednesday, April 1, through Thursday, April 2, for grinding and paving operations. The area will be closed on both days from 7:30 a.m....

An Arvin business owner is replacing a Cesar Chavez mural with a painting of Saint Isidore the Laborer to represent farmworkers in the community.

Kern County’s roads are busy, and so is the hiring scene for drivers. Whether you like short city routes or long highway runs, there are several solid driving jobs open right now.

On March 26, 2026, around 9:51 p.m., a San Mateo police officer stopped a car near S. Norfolk Street and Fashion Island Boulevard for a suspended registration. The car was driven by Alvaro Ramos, age 47, with passenger Luis Luque, age 45, both from Bakersfield.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man allegedly involved in a grand theft back in 2025. Police said it happened at the Howards Mini Mart, located at 3300 Planz Road in 2025. The suspect is described as...