Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is searching for three suspects wanted in a burglary that took place at Salon Centric in February. Police said the burglary happened Feb. 15 at the Salon Centric located at 2816 Calloway Dr. at 12 a.m. The suspects stole $500 worth of products, according to BPD. The […]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man was awarded a certificate of recognition at the Wasco City Council meeting Tuesday for representing the city of Wasco at the 130th Boston Marathon. Luis Diaz, 34, qualified to run in the Boston Marathon that took place April 20 and completed the marathon in roughly 2 hours and 54 […]

During the five-day mission, 61 medical personnel treated more than 700 patients and carried out hundreds of surgeries. For some patients, they've waited years for the help.

Arvin faces a $1.4M budget deficit as immigration fears, tariffs, and gas prices slow the local economy.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — CHP Bakersfield will deploy additional officers on Sunday, May 10, 2026, on Niles Street to reduce motorcycle crashes in the area. Officers will be looking for both motorcyclists and drivers who commit violations that make roads dangerous for other drivers. Those violations include speeding, following too closely, unsafe lane changes and improper turning.

A Bakersfield Chick-fil-A location is set to offer active and former military personnel with a free meal on May 20.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — As cases of Valley fever are continuing to rise in Kern County, public health officials are aiming to boost community awareness to detect the illness earlier and help curb infections. Valley fever, sometimes called the San Joaquin Valley fever, is a fungal infection that can cause symptoms including fevers, coughs and […]

SHAFTER, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A Shafter mother is asking for community support to help her 9-year-old son experience more independence after a traumatic brain injury changed his life. Katie Crosby-Venegas says her son, EJ, suffered the injury in June 2020 when he was just three years old. “He was...

Small businesses across California, including one in Bakersfield, say they’re being forced to pay thousands to settle lawsuits over common website tools under the state’s privacy law.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — UPDATE (8:20 PM) Cal Fire said that the so-called "Baker Fire" has burned 100 acres and is 10% contained. Kern County Fire crews are on scene. ------------------ Fire crews are responding to two fires east of Bakersfield, called the "Baker" and "General" fires along Highway 58,...