Bakersfield CA

The issue of transient populations and homelessness is a topic that has been gaining traction on social media platforms. A recent post on Reddit sparked a discussion about the plight of those who can't afford to pay rent or for a hotel and are forced to live on the streets. The post highlighted the societal stigma...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A 54-year-old motorcyclist was left with major injuries after a crash in northwest Bakersfield Tuesday afternoon. The crash was reported around 3:14 p.m. in the area of Renfro Road and Greatest Place, according to the California Highway Patrol Traffic Incident Information Page. CHP said a...

This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Southwest Bakersfield just gained a new lunch anchor: West Coast Sourdough has opened inside The Marketplace at 9000 Ming Ave, Suite O5 (sometimes listed as Suite 5). The store posts hours of Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–7 p.m., and...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One person was killed Thursday afternoon in a two-vehicle collision in McFarland, police said. The crash occurred around 1 p.m. at the intersection of Elmo Highway and Kendrea Street, according to a McFarland Police Department release sent shortly after 2 p.m. One of the drivers died at...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Small Business Saturday, an annual event held on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, aims to encourage people to shop at local small businesses and support their communities. Janelle Capra from the Greater Bakersfield Chamber shared insights on the importance of this initiative.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — There were Bakersfield police officers seen at the Rio Mirada Villas apartment complex, just east of Buck Owens Boulevard Thursday afternoon. The cause for the response is unknown at this time. At least two patrol vehicles were seen parked in front of the complex on...

Bakersfield police arrested Manuel Robles, 37, for murder after a woman was found shot dead at a residence on Tallulah Falls Court Wednesday night.

Kern County Animal Services served Thanksgiving dinner to 400 shelter dogs with help from 20 volunteers in their seventh annual holiday tradition.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Its phone system is down, but Hodel’s Country Dining is open and serving up a feast for Thanksgiving. Don Hodel on Thursday morning said the phones weren’t working but operations remained normal at the longtime buffet-style restaurant, where they’re ready to accommodate crowds who have...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A woman was shot and killed Wednesday evening at a northwest Bakersfield home and a man arrested after a nearby crash police say was related to the homicide investigation. Manuel Robles, 37, was arrested on suspicion of murder, spousal abuse and child cruelty, according to a Bakersfield...