Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Bakersfield Police is asking for help in identifying a suspect connected to a U-Haul and identity theft from late March. The incident dates back to March 23, 2026, when the suspect rented a U-Haul truck through an online application, and in the rental process, the suspect provided a copy of a California Driver’s License and a still photograph...

Triple the Cost, None of the Tracks (Image Credits: Unsplash) California – Voters approved a bold high-speed rail vision in 2008, promising a swift connection between San Francisco and Los Angeles for about $33 billion. Nearly two decades later, the project’s price tag has tripled to roughly $126 billion, drawing fresh scrutiny in a recent […]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Law enforcement agencies from Kern County responded to an active shooter situation in Porterville that led to the death of a Tulare County detective. At least five agencies responded Thursday, including the Delano Police Department and the Kern County Sheriff Office SWAT unit, which brought along an armored vehicle called “rook.” […]

A cornerstone of east Bakersfield’s cultural and social life, Elks Lodge 325 a historic African American fraternal organization now faces an uncertain future.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is searching for a man accused of allegedly assaulting two elderly victims in downtown Bakersfield last month. Police said the assault happened on March 8 in the 600 block of Truxtun Avenue. The suspect is described as a man in his 40s wearing a red sweater, gray […]

Good morning and happy Tuesday, Kern County. We have a calm but warm day ahead in the valley, but our desert communities have a wind advisory through Wednesday. The Mojave Desert Slopes are under a wind advisory through 11 a.m. Wednesday. Northwest winds between 20-30 mph are possible, and gusts could be up to 50 mph.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man who was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and on the wrong side of Highway 99 when he collided with another vehicle, killing one person and wounding several others, has been charged with four felonies. Jaymar Alejo, 28, was charged Tuesday with gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, two […]

Kern County’s building scene is buzzing right now — from restoration work to high-end auto repair and electrical leadership roles, there’s something for every skilled pro ready to roll up their sleeves.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Delano police officer was recognized with a Life Saving Award at the Delano City Council meeting Monday for saving a man’s life by initiating CPR. On Sept. 22, 2025, Officer Julio Galvan responded to a report of a medical emergency at Vallarta Supermarkets at 820 Main St., according to Delano […]

Kern County’s logistics scene is buzzing, from mining operations in Boron to food production in Bakersfield. If you’re organized, detail‑minded, and ready to keep things moving, these local roles are worth a look.