Three arrested after probation officers find meth, firearms in Lincoln St home
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Three people were arrested on Tuesday after a search of a home on Lincoln Street led to the discovery of drugs and weapons, according to the Kern County Probation Department. On June 3, probation officers conducted a home call in the 1400 block of Lincoln Street, according to officials....
Woman pleads not guilty to using bear spray, leading police on chase
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A woman accused of using bear spray at a business on Union Avenue then leading police on a high-speed chase was arraigned Thursday on multiple charges. Moenay Humphries, 24, of Los Angeles pleaded not guilty to felony charges of using a tear gas weapon, burglary and recklessly evading...
‘Dangerous Animals’ turns sea work into B grade
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The best horror movies are those that feature both terrifying creatures – whether they be man, beast or otherworld offering – and strong members among intended victims who are willing to fight back. The stronger the struggle, the better that story. Director Sean Byrne (“The Devil’s...
‘Ballerina’ dances its way to a bloody good time
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Once again it is not enough for a woman to do what a man can do but she has to do the same task at a much higher level to be taken as seriously. That’s the case with “From the World of John Wick: Ballerina,” the long-awaited spinoff of the “John […]
SNIP bus prepares furry friends for Fourth of July
On Thursday morning, SOS Dog Rescue brought the SNIP bus clinic to Heritage Park in east Bakersfield.
Kern County Animal Services to offer fee-waived adoptions for 2nd annual Adopt-a-Pet Day
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Kern County Animal Services announced a fee-waived adoption event set for Saturday in honor of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day, joining more than 150 animal shelters throughout the state. Since last year’s event saw a huge success with 3,609 animals adopted in one day across...
Farmworkers file federal challenge against California card check unionization law
The farmworkers challenged union contracts and card check procedures that bypass secret-ballot votes.
Caltrans announces closures for Hwy 178, 14 for the week of June 9
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Eastern Kern County will be affected by highway closures for the week of June 9, 2025, announced Caltrans. Officials said on Highway 178 at Kelso Creek Road near Weldon, the eastbound shoulder will close while utility crews replace poles and components on Tuesday, June 10, from 8:00...
Woman pleads no contest to embezzling thousands from Delano Philippine Weekend Committee
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A 67-year-old woman has pleaded no contest to embezzling thousands of dollars from the Delano Philippine Weekend Committee to buy gifts for men she met online, according to court records. Delilah Mascarinas on Tuesday pleaded no contest to both felony counts filed against her —...
Golden Empire Most Wanted: June 5, 2025
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The U.S. Marshals task force is asking the community to help locate a parolee at large. Aaron Danielson, 22, is on parole for assaulting an officer, according to the U.S. Marshals task force. Danielson has a criminal history including resisting arrest, elder abuse, sexual battery and...