Bakersfield woman arrested in Ventura hit-and-run
A woman from Bakersfield has been arrested after she allegedly hit a pedestrian with her vehicle in Ventura and fled the scene. Mysti Ary, 48, hit a 25-year-old woman from Los Angeles on State Route 1 at about 10 p.m. on June 15, the California Highway Patrol said in a news release. The woman was […]
Reporting illegal fireworks during the Independence Day holiday in Kern County
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Fire Department advises against calling 9-1-1 to report illegal fireworks this Independence Day holiday. Officials with the Kern County Fire Department said to report illegal fireworks by submitting it to the You Light It We Write It website. Fireworks must have the...
City signs agreement with BOP, expects more inmates
Taft stands to house even more inmates in the community correctional facility - meaning more income for the city -- after it signed an agreement with the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The city has been housing inmates for the United States Marshal for the past two years. City officials on't...
Making bread and business from scratch: Kern County moms share their love for sourdough...
From the pandemic to TikTok, to Kern County kitchens sourdough is having a moment; or maybe at this point we should call it a movement.
Semi-trailer fire on Highway 99 in Delano causes small grass fire
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A semi-trailer caught on fire on Highway 99 in Delano Monday morning. According to the CHP’s website, the fire was reported at 10:56 a.m. on northbound Highway 99 at County Line Road. It said the fire spread to the grass on the right-hand shoulder....
Competency hearing scheduled for rape, torture suspect
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A competency hearing has been scheduled for a man facing attempted murder, torture and rape charges. A psychologist will examine Kristopher Lawless ahead of his next court hearing on July 24, according to court records. A judge will then review the psychologist’s findings and make a...
Taft Police activity for June 22-23
Occurred on Asher Wy. Disposition: Report Taken. Officer initiated activity at Kern St, Taft, CA. Disposition: No Action Taken. Occurred on E. Warren St. Disposition: Report Taken. 10:35 False Alarms. Occurred at Water Mill Express (Kiosk) on Finley Dr. Disposition: Disregard From Alarm Company. 11:58 Taft P.D....
June is Lipedema Awareness Month, shedding light on this often misdiagnosed disorder
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — June marks Lipedema Awareness Month, drawing attention to a painful and progressive fat disorder that is genetically inherited and affects approximately one in nine women. Dr. David Amron emphasized the challenges surrounding the condition, noting that it is frequently misdiagnosed....
Gotham City short drive away at Six Flags Magic Mountain
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — If you have ever wondered where Gotham City is located, at least through July 26 you will be able to find it one hour south of Bakersfield. Six Flags Magic Mountain has turned its Metropolis area into a world of Batman complete with plenty of heroes and villains. There was a […]
Kern County Library launches summer reading challenge and lunch program for kids
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Library is set to offer engaging summer programs, including a Summer Reading Challenge open to all ages. Participants who read 10 books or dedicate 10 hours to reading will earn a free book. To participate, sign up online or in person at the library.
