‘We Gather Not in Despair, but in Defiance,’ Speakers Tell Bakersfield ‘No Kings’ Rally
Hundreds of community members gathered Saturday at Mill Creek Park in Bakersfield for the “No Kings” rally, part of a nationwide event promoting equality, justice, and civic participation. The rally, held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., carried the message “Power belongs to the people.”. The Bakersfield...
Bakersfield Police release arrest video of Panorama Park shooting suspect
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — On Aug. 17, 2025, the Bakersfield Police Department's Violent Criminal Apprehension Team arrested 19-year-old Sebastian Dominguez for murder. Officers responded to a report of gunshots fired just before 1 a.m. on the 900 block of Panorama Drive. Upon arrival, they found a 17-year-old...
Local Trucking Schools Feel the Hit as English Rule Spurs Funding Fight
Federal government withholds $40 million from California for not enforcing English language requirements for truck drivers following deadly crash.
‘No Kings’ protest takes place in Bakersfield and other parts of Kern County
A nationwide protest called 'No Kings' made its way to Bakersfield and other parts of Kern County. Organizers say it's also called the No Dictators or No Tyrants protests.
Hearing for California Man Accused of Trying to Meet Underage Girl in Brookville Continued
JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) — A preliminary hearing for a California man accused of trying to meet a 15-year-old girl for sexual relations has been rescheduled. Court records indicate that a preliminary hearing for 31-year-old Jonathan Joseph Mota Mendoza, of Bakersfield, California, scheduled for October 9 has been...
Bakersfield PD searches for suspect who tried to take 2 safes from business
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man allegedly involved in breaking into an east Bakersfield business and trying to take two safes. The incident was reported in the 2600 block of Mt. Vernon Avenue on Aug. 12 at about 4:48 a.m. when a...
Separated by detention: Family describes fear and retaliation inside California City ICE center
Editor’s note: Vanessa’s last name and her husband’s name have been withheld to protect their privacy and safety. The morning of early March started out like any other for Vanessa and her family until her phone rang. “Mom, they’re taking Dad,” her oldest daughter said in panic....
Debate intensifies over Ten Commandments display in Kern County schools
The debate over displaying the Ten Commandments in some Kern County schools is heating up as advocates continue to push for its inclusion. Opinions are divided, with some arguing against the display in educational settings. A woman, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed her internal conflict, saying, "I'm...
Man accused of $300k court sprinkler damage, caused flooding to offices and courtrooms: DA
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A man accused of causing $300,000 in damage to the sprinkler system at the Kern County Superior Court building is set to appear in court at the end of October, announced the Kern County District Attorney. The incident led to significant flooding in nearby offices and courtrooms last...
Authorities Arrest Sun Village Murder Suspect
A 31-year-old man suspected of fatally shooting a 34-year-old man in the unincorporated Sun Village area near Palmdale has been arrested, authorities said Friday. Andres Mateos was located by homicide deputies on Thursday in the unincorporated community of Rosamond in Kern County, just north of Lancaster and...
