Bakersfield Man Indicted on Federal Charges for Illegal Explosives and Meth Manufacturing
Source: Facebook/U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of California. A Bakersfield man is facing federal charges for illegal possession of explosives, ammunition, and the manufacturing of methamphetamine, according to an indictment by a federal grand jury. Matthew Henry Jacober, 43, is accused of holding...
Back-to-school event offers giveaways and fun activities for students
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — As students prepare to head back to class, Safe Haven Kid's League is hosting a special event to celebrate the start of the school year. The event, scheduled for Saturday, August 9, at 10350 Heather Avenue, will be a day filled with fun and opportunities for the community.
Bakersfield man indicted for possessing explosives, ammo
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Bakersfield man was indicted Thursday on being a felon in possession of explosives, ammunition and manufacturing methamphetamine, according to the Department of Justice. Officials with the department said Matthew Henry Jacober, 43, of Bakersfield possessed and improperly stored 50...
Annual ‘Try Scuba in a Pool’ event helps local veterans through diving
Our neighborhood veterans are finding healing underwater! The 'Try Scuba in a Pool' event offers therapeutic benefits for those with PTSD and physical injuries.
Bakersfield Collector-Con set for this weekend
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The two-day Bakersfield Collector-Con is inviting attendees of all ages to come see the vendors, celebrities, comics, collectibles, toys and more this weekend. The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days at the Dignity Health Arena Theater and Convention Center, located at...
Tacos La Villa to give out free backpacks during annual Back-to-School Drive
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Tacos La Villa is set to host their annual Back-to-School Drive this weekend, where they will be handing out free backpacks to students across Kern County before school starts. The Bakersfield event is set for Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Tacos La Villa, located at 1400 Wible […]
Bakersfield College hosts veterans opportunity event to support local heroes
The Kern County Veterans Opportunity Event is the first of its kind at Bakersfield College. It intends to connect local veterans with vital resources and community support in a dedicated environment.
Kern County Fire battalion chief seriously injured in rollover crash
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Kern County Fire battalion chief suffered serious injuries Friday evening when the pickup he was driving rolled over in the Romero Canyon area, where he was involved in operations on the Canyon fire being fought in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. James Agee received medical aid at the...
Kern County DHS responds to protest, expresses sorrow over child’s death
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Department of Human Services has issued a statement following protests outside their facility early Friday morning, where protesters demanded an investigation into Child Protective Services (CPS) following the tragic death of 8-year-old Genesis Ariah Mata. They said...
Family of slain Bakersfield girl calls for CPS reform
The family of 8-year-old Genesis Mata is speaking out following her death, calling for change within Kern County’s child welfare system and urging the community to take a stand for other children.
