Storm system to bring widespread rain
A pacific storm system will impact Kern County late Monday into Tuesday. A few showers are possible on Monday afternoon, but widespread, heavier rain is expected late Monday night into Tuesday morning. All of Kern county is expected to get rain, with 0.50" to 1.00" expected in the Valley, 0.75"...
Bakersfield PD searches for at-risk 14-year-old runaway
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in finding an at-risk runaway 14-year-old girl. Police said Racheal Tuller, 14, was last seen in the 4800 block of White Lane Sunday around 4:19 p.m. She is considered at risk due to no prior reported history of...
Rob Schneider to perform at the Fox Theater in 2026
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Comedian Rob Schneider is set to perform at the Fox Theater in early 2026 as part of the Rescue Husband Tour. Schneider is set to take the stage on Jan. 23, 2026 at 7:30 p.m., according to officials. Schneider is known for acting in Saturday Night Live and movies like Grown […]
Bakersfield police search for 2 suspects wanted for burglary
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is searching for two people wanted for a burglary that took place in September. The burglary took place Sept. 1 at Pacific Jewelry, located at 1813 Chester Ave. According to BPD, the female suspect helped the other suspect, Marcus Castillo, shoplift items...
Kern County braces for potential flooding as storm threatens areas hit by Borel Fire
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — ReadyKern and the Kern County Sheriff's Office said forecasted storms can bring heavy rain and possible flooding to the areas affected by the Borel Fire. The Borel Fire burned nearly 60,000 acres and destroyed the community of Havilah in August 2024. The areas under Advisory Status...
Deputies: Woman arrested on suspicion of multiple charges
A 23-year-old Bakersfield woman was arrested on suspicion of multiple charges including grand theft and narcotics-related offenses on the 20600 block of Golden Triangle Road in Canyon Country on Sunday, according to an official with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. Deputies received a call for service for...
Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning in effect as storm set to bring rain into...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The National Weather Service in Hanford has issued a flood watch and a winter storm warning for parts of Kern County beginning Monday evening. The flood watch and advisories are in effect from 5 p.m. Monday through 5 p.m Tuesday afternoon. The Winter Storm Warning for higher elevations in...
Hard Rock Casino Tejon expected to open ahead of schedule, bring 1K permanent jobs...
Hard Rock Casino Tejon, located less than 15 miles south of Bakersfield, is expected to create over 1,000 permanent jobs for the community.
Remains of World War II solider returned home
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The remains of United States Army Air Force Captain Arthur M. Lingo arrived at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Mortuary in Bakersfield on Friday. A number of veterans were there to salute Captain Lingo and welcome him home. In late 1944, the 24-year-old Fellows native was flying a bomber...
Bakersfield native Aaron Nichols on ‘The Voice’
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Bakersfield native earned his place in the competition on NBC’s ‘The Voice’, in year 28 of the show. Aaron Nichols is among the artists to watch and has already earned rave reviews from the coaches and fans alike. Tami Mlcoch, with 17 News, caught up with Nichols, who talked about […]
