CSUB host panel on repatriation of Native American remains and artifacts
California State University, Bakersfield, hosted a panel discussion on Thursday addressing the impact of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and its California counterpart, CalNAGPRA, focusing on the legal, ethical, and cultural responsibilities institutions hold when caring for...
Kern County Authorities Make Multiple Arrests and Seize Narcotics at Condemned Property in Rosamond
ROSAMOND, CA — “Deputies from the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Rosamond Substation arrested four individuals and seized methamphetamine and other evidence following two related investigations into narcotics activity at a condemned property in Rosamond. On September 25, 2025, deputies conducted an investigation at a...
Open Door Network hosting its 7th annual BBQ
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Open Door Network is partnering up with Bakersfield Councilmember Larry Koman for their 7th annual barbeque. The lunch will consist of tri-tip, hot dogs, mac and cheese, salad and ice cream. Organizers say Koman expects over 250 people for the event, including 112 children. The lunch...
Bakersfield College fans celebrate years of tailgating tradition at homecoming
Bakersfield College fans gathered for homecoming, celebrating 20 years of tailgating tradition as Memorial Stadium marks its 70th anniversary.
MUSD’s Browning Road STEAM Academy is bringing home the gold to McFarland
MCFARLAND, CA – Browning Road STEAM Academy is bringing home the gold to McFarland. The elementary school is one of just 766 schools statewide and 13 schools in Kern County to receive a Gold award from the California PBIS Recognition Committee for the 2024-25 school year. The award reflects Browning Road’s commitment...
Bako Sweet Highlights Holiday and Heart-Healthy Promotions at Global Show; Susan Noritake Comments
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Bako Sweet is bringing its full lineup of premium sweet potato products to the Global Produce & Floral Show this month at booth #4176. Attendees can explore the brand’s complete offering of orange, white, and purple sweet potatoes - including its popular Single Sweets, four-count tray packs, and 3-...
Op-Ed: An Open Letter from California Jobs First Governance Council
There was much excitement two years ago when community members were asked if they had an interest in running for the California Jobs First Governance Council (“GC”), formerly known as CERF, to select projects for $9 million in CJF Catalyst funding. For me, Joey Williams, born and raised in East Bakersfield and my...
KCSO’s Crisis Negotiation Team to hold training at Cub Lake
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Bear Valley Community Services District is letting the public aware that the Kern County Sheriff's Crisis Negotiation Team is conducting a training exercise at Cub Lake Friday morning. It will be on Friday, October 10, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bear Valley Community Services...
Feel the Love: Swarthourt family receives HVAC system in time of need
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Can Do Crew and Lennox teamed up to provide the Swarthourt family with a sweet gift. Ariena Swarthourt is a loving mother to 4 kids and a widow to her husband, Jonathan. Jonathan was a proud veteran who lost his life in July of this year. Ariena says navigating her […]
Driver guilty of DUI, evading officer in high-speed chase on I-5
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The driver of a vehicle that led a California Highway Patrol officer on a chase on Interstate 5 during which he reached speeds of 120 mph, turned off his lights and passed vehicles on the shoulder, was convicted Friday, prosecutors said. Arnulfo Quintana Sandoval was found guilty of...
