Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Several roads and highways are closed Wednesday due to weather conditions, according to Caltrans. Highway 33 is closed between Lokern Road to Lerdo Highway near Buttonwillow, Caltrans said in a Facebook post. Highway 46 is also closed in Wasco from F Street to J Street. Westbound Highway...

If you’ve spent any time in Kern County, you’ve probably heard the county’s nickname: the Golden Empire. It’s on the local transit agency, the call letters of TV station KGET, and dozens of local community organizations, non-profits and businesses. But how did Kern County get to be known as The Golden Empire? That...

Bakersfield releases emergency contact numbers for storm issues including blocked drains, downed trees, signal outages and after-hour emergencies.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Since its opening in November, Hard Rock Tejon Casino has emerged as a significant contributor to the regional economy, officials said. In 2025, the casino hired more than 1,100 employees, with approximately 80% residing in Kern County. Currently, 200 additional positions are being...

Bakersfield police arrested 14 people and recovered $3,100+ in stolen merchandise during a retail theft operation at Valley Plaza Mall on Tuesday.

Kern County Department of Human Services failed to protect 8-year-old Genesis Mata, resulting in her death, according to allegations made in a claim filed against Kern County on December 11.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James B. Laster joins "On Balance" to discuss Toys for Tots and how the organization plans to provide families and children with gifts for Christmas. #toysfortots #children #christmas.

A multi-day storm system is expected to bring periods of rain, rising river flows, and mountain snow to the Kern River Valley through at least Friday, according to weather forecasts issued early this week. The National Weather Service reports that rain chances increase Tuesday afternoon and remain likely through the...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — The City of Bakersfield has approved a new labor agreement with its largest employee union as city officials continue to navigate a tight budget and an ongoing hiring freeze. The agreement with the Service Employees International Union covers more than 1,000 city employees, including...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Three people were arrested and 11 vehicles were seized after the Bakersfield Police Department conducted a DUI and licensing checkpoint Friday night. BPD conducted the checkpoint in the 8600 block of Hageman Road from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. Saturday. In total 886 vehicles were screened during...