Bakersfield CA

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is warning Kern County residents of scams impersonating the sheriff’s office. Sheriff officials said the scammers are claiming the recipient has missed jury duty, failed to appear in court, ignored a grand jury subpoena or is wanted for contempt of court....

WASCO, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Wasco Police Department is investigating a crash that killed a driver on Tuesday morning. On July 29, 2025, at approximately 11:22 a.m., officers from the Wasco Police Department responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 43 and 10th Street.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — On July 12, Mitchell Farley — father, veteran, tattoo artist — was shot and killed in the 800 block of Beardsley Avenue. “He was, I would say, my best friend,” said Tiffany Greenan, Farley’s sister. “Anytime I needed some advice, he would just call me, I would call him, I would […]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about an ongoing phone scam in which people are impersonating KCSO personnel. They are contacting residents and demanding payment under false pretenses. KCSO said residents have reported receiving calls from individuals claiming...

Kern County's proposed $4 billion budget includes cutting 35 public health positions and reducing health funding by 25%, concerning residents who spoke at Monday's public meeting.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One person was shot and the alleged gunman arrested following an argument over a clothing purchase in northeast Bakersfield, police said. Kani Armani Jones, 21, was in custody on $1 million bail, according to booking records. He was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Kern County is preparing for significant financial adjustments as the "Big Beautiful Bill," enacted in July, begins to affect local funding and services. The legislation, which was not fully considered in the initial budget signed in June, will change funding for essential services,...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man accused of driving drunk early Sunday when his pickup collided with another vehicle on Fairfax Road has been charged three DUI-related felonies — including vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated. Not guilty pleas were entered Tuesday afternoon on behalf of 40-year-old Juan Jose...

Kern County is considering cuts to public health services that could eliminate 35 positions as officials face a $12 million budget shortfall.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The California Living Museum is set to host its 17th Annual Ice Cream Zoofari in August. The event is scheduled for Aug. 16 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., organizers said. At the Zoofari, guests can enjoy frozen treats, which include sundaes and root beer floats, according to organizers....