Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Two men accused of chasing a vehicle that flew onto Highway 99 and crashed, killing two sisters who had been delivering newspapers, had their trial date moved back to June 29 at the request of defense counsel. A new trial date of June 29 was set during a hearing Friday in […]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Three suspects were arrested this week in a DEA-led multi-agency operation targeting the increased use of THC products by youth in Bakersfield, said police. Three Bakersfield dispensaries were served search warrants in the operation: 1700 Niles Street, Suite B, 1222 Golden State...

The Kern County Sheriff's Taft substation is closed indefinitely. The closure is related to a clerical issue and patrol and law enforcement operations are not affected, KCSO Public Information Officer Lori Meza said. Meza confirmed the substation on Gardner Feld Road is closed on Wednesday. "The Kern County Sheriff’s...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — UPDATE (3:25 PM) Police said Carmen Romero, 68, has been found and is safe. She is no longer considered missing. Bakersfield police are asking for the public’s help in finding an at-risk missing 68-year-old woman last seen Friday morning in south Bakersfield. Officials said Carmen...

March 12, 2026 – Kern County Sheriff's Office officials report that on March 9, 2026, deputies with the Metro Patrol Division, along with members of Kern County Code Compliance, Kern County Mental Health, and Flood Ministries, conducted direct enforcement in the Oildale area of Bakersfield, California. During the...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Corcoran Police Department is searching for multiple suspects who attempted to break into train cars last Wednesday in Corcoran, believed to be from the Bakersfield area. On March 4, 2026, officers responded to a report of multiple people attempting to break into train cars...

Kern County is cracking down on food vendors without permits, conducting sting operations to demand they stop selling products on the streets.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Library is celebrating young readers in a delicious way with the 2026 Cover to Cover Club. From now until April 18, kids ages 4 to 12 in this club can earn free In-N-Out burgers while reading. Officials with the library said once children read — or have someone […]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A second 13-year-old boy was arrested recently after allegedly making a threat to shoot at McFarland Junior High School, following initial alleged threats made on Friday, March 6, by a different juvenile. The McFarland Police Department said on Wednesday, March 11, at around 5:25...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying three suspects connected to a safe burglary at the Flame & Fire Brazilian Steakhouse on Stockdale Highway. The three suspects allegedly broke into the business at 12814 Stockdale Highway by smashing a...