Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The city of Bakersfield is set to host four community meetings this month about the proposed sewer rate increase. At the meetings, community members can learn about the potential rate options, provide feedback and ask questions, city officials said. The meetings are as follows: To learn...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department identified the officer who shot a suspect in northwest Bakersfield on Dec. 29, 2025. The officer was identified as Pedro Sarabia, according to police. Sarabia has been with the department since Nov. 6, 2023. He is on administrative leave. According to the...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Kern County, CA – Drivers across Central California could face hazardous travel conditions starting Wednesday night as powerful winds sweep into Kern County, especially in mountain passes and desert...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — All lanes of southbound Highway 99, just north of Panama Lane, were closed as of 5:35 p.m. due to a two-vehicle crash, according to CHP's website. It happened just after 5:15 p.m. when a white BMW sedan and a silver Chevrolet Sonic collided. At least one...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with a deadly shooting Friday in Oildale, according to sheriff’s officials. Jonathan Cody Fraze is being held without bail in both the shooting and an unrelated stalking case, officials and booking records said. He’s due...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Truxtun Tower, also known as the Bank of America building, is one of downtown Bakersfield’s most prominent structures. The Bakersfield City Council is set to discuss purchasing that building, according to the agenda, during a closed session meeting on Wednesday. The council is slated...

A spokesperson representing the California Department of Justice (DOJ) said it opposed the court’s decision to grant mental health diversion to former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner, who faces multiple felony charges, including child endangerment and possession of an assault weapon. “This is a serious case...

The KCAHT broke down the stigma behind human trafficking and how it could be happen in your backyard. They encourage residents to speak up if they see something which can potentially save a life.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Three men have been sentenced after being convicted of multiple felony charges, including robbery and intimidating a witness, following an armed robbery at a Bakersfield marijuana dispensary in 2023. Miguel Arredondo, 34, Hector Reynaga, 25, and Martin Zendejas, 29, were found guilty...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Kern County Animal Services is set to have $10 adoption fees throughout the month of January. The adoption fee includes spay and neuter, microchips, vaccination and license. Organizers said adoption fees are always waived for the first 30 days for cats and dogs. If you do not live...