Bakersfield CA

Local Business owner of Montana Sky Laura Leablake adapts to tariffs while sustaining loyal customers to online shopping sites.

"These phones are very distracting nowadays. We get the notification, we get the alert, we have reminders. Anything and everything just pops up."

A man accused of setting a fire last month that damaged the Kern County Veterans Memorial was charged Friday with multiple felonies and arraigned in Superior Court.

Burger Hut, the humble downtown institution that’s been serving them up for more than half a century, has a new owner.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — At least one person was reportedly pinned inside a vehicle and suffered major injuries following a two-vehicle crash in southeast Bakersfield on Friday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol's website. The collision occurred around 5:24 p.m. on Fairview Road at South...

Community members gathered outside the Federal Courthouse to hold a vigil protesting what they describe as the current administration’s threats to democracy. The event brought together advocates who have been mobilizing around issues such as immigration enforcement and democratic integrity. “This is a group of people...

If you're over 18 and plan to grab a flight out of town on or after May 7, you'll need a REAL ID. Here's what you need to know about enforcement.

Stockdale High School senior Collin Stillwell was recently honored at Houchin Community Blood Bank for reaching one gallon of blood donated in just two years.

LOMPOC, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A local golfer from Bakersfield is setting his sights on competing in his first U.S. Open. Centennial High School and UCLA alumnus, Manav Shah, participated in an 18-hole local qualifier today, in hopes of getting one step closer to the U.S. Open. Shah's golfing achievements...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — CASA of Kern County’s Derby Party is set to return on Saturday, where the community can attend while wearing Derby-inspired outfits and stylish hats. The Kentucky Derby-themed event is scheduled for May 3 at Gardiner Ranch in Bakersfield. The event will provide several activities...