Historic desert ranch plans transformation into senior and homeless facility
INYOKERN, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A historic ghost town in the middle of the desert opened their ranch last year for evacuees of the Borel Fire. Eyewitness News made the trip to the desert and how the owner is continuing to help the community by expanding their facility. Though the...
Former Kern County Public Defender Konrad Moore has died
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Konrad Moore, who held the top position at the Kern County Public Defender’s Office from 2013 until his retirement in 2017, has died. 17 News confirmed Moore died this week, but further details were not immediately available. Peter Kang, current head of the Public Defender’s Office, said...
Married 64 years, Bakersfield couple dies one day apart
Richard and Wanda Lollar of Bakersfield were married for 64 years and still in love at the end.
Mobile air quality monitoring fleet collects pollution data across Bakersfield
Specialized vehicles are collecting block-by-block air quality data in Bakersfield as part of a $27 million statewide initiative to address pollution in underserved communities.
CAMP CARRUTHERS: Havilah man continues to rebuild after Borel Fire
A beacon of hope for a Havilah family who, one year later, are still living out of trailers and tents as they try to pick up the pieces of their home lost to the historic Borel Fire.
Local friendship powers ongoing recovery efforts after devastating Borel Fire
Wendy Ward and Karen Zuber formed a powerful friendship while helping Borel Fire victims recover. Their ongoing efforts continue to support families affected by Kern County's largest wildfire.
Plea deal reached in 2023 fatal shooting in Lamont
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A plea deal has been reached in connection with a shooting that killed a 17-year-old boy in Lamont two years ago. Bretton Wallis on Friday pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter, attempted murder, firing a gun at an inhabited home, participating in a street gang and conspiracy to...
Teen charged in deadly shooting on Lotus Lane learns his fate
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One of two teens who admitted to committing murder in connection to a deadly shooting on Lotus Lane will remain in custody for at least seven years, and could be held until he turns 25, according to prosecutors. Adrian Herron, 14 at the time of his arrest, has another hearing in […]
Sharks in Bakersfield? The surprising ocean history under ur feet
Bakersfield may be in the dry Central Valley today, but it was once covered by an ancient ocean teeming with marine life — including sharks.
Map Shows Cities With the Best Job Markets
In a new report, Checkr ranked the 100 largest U.S. cities based on their job opportunities and earnings potential.
