Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Riverview Marketplace — a long-anticipated shopping center development in northwest Bakersfield — is steadily making progress in getting the city’s approval. On Thursday, the Bakersfield Planning Commission approved the final environmental impact report and general plan amendment for th

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Fair is in its final days, and organizers are bracing for the biggest crowds of the year as the last weekend approaches. The fair runs through Sunday, Oct. 4, and the final weekend is typically the busiest. “We’re expecting some huge crowds over the weekend,” said Chelse

October 1, 2026 – Kern County Sheriff’s Office officials report that a narcotics investigation was concluded with multiple arrests in the city of Covina and the execution of a search warrant in Hinkley, CA. As a result of the investigation, approx. 574 lbs. of meth, 1,567 lbs. of meth in solution, 3 firearms, and sever

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A Job Fest is coming to Ridgecrest, giving job seekers a chance to connect with local employers and explore new career opportunities. The event will also offer resources to help attendees prepare for their job search and connect with potential employers. Job Fest Job Developer...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — October is National Substance Abuse Prevention month and we are checking in with Kern Behavioral Health & Recovery Services on how Kern County is impacted by this issue. System Administrator Ana Olvera and Substance Abuse Disorder Specialist Steven Lee joined 17 News at Sunrise to give us a

Traffic Advisory for the Week of 10/5/2026 to 10/9/2026. EASTERN KERN, INYO, and MONO COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the following project work and traffic impacts for the week of October 5 – October 9. Work schedules are subject to change due to traffic...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a woman accused of breaking into the Salvation Army in Bakersfield. Police said on Monday, July 7th, 2026, at about 2:06 a.m., the woman allegedly broke into the Salvation Army, located at...

Bakersfield sellers cut prices faster than most U.S. cities, giving buyers better deals and less pressure to rush.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Two suspected gang members were arrested in Palmdale following a report of a robbery in the Bakersfield area. Officials with the Bakersfield Police Department said on Sept. 26 at about 1:37 p.m., officers received the report of a robbery in the 1000 block of 34th Street. The suspects were i

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – Did the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department drop off a busload of people – maybe parolees, maybe homeless folks – and ditch them in a west Bakersfield shopping center? That’s the implication of a social media post that stirred up concern in the upscale vicinity of Buena Vista Road and Whi