Delano resident on probation arrested after officers allegedly find meth during search
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A Delano resident on post-release supervision was arrested after probation officers allegedly found about 142 grams of suspected methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and money during a home search. The Kern County Probation Department said on Monday, October 19, 2026, officers assigned to the Kern County Probation...
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital Becomes Kern County’s First Magnet-Certified Hospital
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital has earned the Magnet designation for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care, becoming the first hospital in Kern County to receive the honor. The recognition comes from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, which awards it only after an extensive evaluation of a hospital's nursing practices, patient outcomes and professional culture.
Woman charged in crash that killed Bakersfield couple to get developmental disability evaluation
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The trial to determine whether Anabell Correa is competent to stand trial on two counts of murder in a crash that killed a married couple was postponed after her attorney argued Friday she has a developmental disability. Defense attorney Paul Brar — who appeared via phone call — brought up the […]
Oildale daughter searches 900 days for her missing mother, Ana Barbosa
Ana Barbosa has been missing from Oildale for 900 days. Her daughter continues searching and raising awareness for domestic violence survivors.
Becerra and SEIU Target Valadao’s Medicaid Vote as CA-22 Becomes the Fall’s Hottest Race
Xavier Becerra and SEIU Local 2015 formally backed Randy Villegas in Bakersfield on October 22, making Valadao's vote for H.R. 1 — the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" — the central argument of their healthcare-focused closing push. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is scheduled to appear alongside Villegas tonight, Friday,...
Rainfall record from 1899 shattered in Central Valley rainstorm
An El Niño storm broke significant rainfall records in Merced and Bakersfield and caused thousands of power outages across California.
Betty’s Barn of Antiques lives again for one glorious estate-sale weekend
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – Estate sales are windows into people’s personal value systems. The material possessions we accumulate over the course of our lives can be as accurate a reflection of who we are as a diary. So it is with Betty Sadler, who accomplished a lot of things in her 81 years. The thing […]
BPD: Search for two after parking spot dispute on Hughes Lane leads to vehicle...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying two people accused of damaging a vehicle after an argument over a parking stall. The couple was seen in a black Toyota Camry. Bakersfield police said on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, the...
Man hospitalized after struck by vehicle while crossing crosswalk in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A pedestrian was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle while crossing in a crosswalk at 24th and Oak streets in Bakersfield late Wednesday night. The Bakersfield Police Department said on Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, at 11:43 p.m., officers were called to...
Kern County sets October 22 rain record as 0.43 inches falls in two hours
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Rain fell in Kern County between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. That two-hour period brought 0.43" of rainfall. That was a record amount for October 22nd; the old record was 0.05" set in 1899. Eyewitness News Weather Authority says there still is more to go!
