Screamer Run raises funds for Bakersfield disability services
Halloween-costumed runners raised funds for Bakersfield's AdaptiSport facility and CSUB disability programs at the inaugural Screamer Run.
Community Garden Brings Fresh Produce and Sustainability to Allensworth
For the community of Allensworth, a community garden is more than just fresh produce; it’s an opportunity to see growth in every aspect of the community and bring people together. Allensworth, an unincorporated community located ten minutes from Delano, offers educational programs and resources on sustainable...
Two arrested for drugs and illegal gambling after probation search in Kern County home
KERN COUNTY, Calif. FOX26 — A probation search led to the arrest of two people after discovering a stolen motorcycle and a drug bust on Friday. Kern County Deputies conducted a probation search at a home on Cherry Street, revealing a stolen motorcycle on Wednesday. They returned the stolen...
Flavor, Family & Faith: The making of a Greek tradition
A behind-the-scenes look at how one Bakersfield family is keeping Greek culture alive through food, faith, and generations of tradition.
Kern County enjoys a weekend with mid 70s temperatures across the South Valley
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Stellar Weekend Forecast!. As October is now underway, the weather is looking and feeling really nice. Quiet and comfortable conditions are setting up shop across Kern County. Look for mid-70s on Saturday afternoon across the South Valley. The Kern River Valley may be just a...
BPD investigates fatal pedestrian collision on Airport Dr. near State Rd. in Oildale
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Oildale early Saturday morning, according to the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD). The BPD said officers responded to Airport Dr. just north of State Rd. after receiving reports of a vehicle versus pedestrian crash around 12:30...
Firefighters combat wildfire north of Bakersfield near Woody Granite and Bird Springs Rd.
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — UPDATE (10/4/2025 at 5:47 p.m.) Forward progress of the wildfire has been stopped. All fire crews and engines have been cleared from the scene. UPDATE (10/4/2025 at 3:15 p.m.) Fire crews continue to make progress on stopping the spread of the wildfire, with multiple crews...
Man, 18, killed in shooting early Sunday: BPD
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — An 18-year-old man was fatally shot in northeast Bakersfield early Sunday and police have located surveillance video of a possible suspect vehicle. The shooting happened at 12:55 a.m. in the 3400 block of Meadow Vista Court, north of Panorama Drive and west of Fairfax Road, according to a...
Fatal pedestrian collision on Airport Drive
Pedestrian killed after running into roadway outside crosswalk on Airport Drive. Driver cooperated with investigation.
Two motorcyclists hospitalized after crash involving SUV on 5 freeway near Grapevine Rd.
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — UPDATE (OCT. 5, 2025, 2:37 p.m.): Caltrans now reports that all lanes Southbound on the 5 freeway near Grapevine Rd. are back open. Two motorcyclists were taken to Kern Medical with moderate to major injuries after a crash on the 5 freeway on Sunday morning, according to the...
