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65-year-old convicted murderer denied parole; board cites risk to public safety: DA

A 65-year-old convicted murderer was denied parole by the California Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) last month after they found he continues to pose a current a

California governor candidates clash at Pomona College debate ahead of primary

Eight of the top candidates seeking to become California’s next governor faced off Tuesday evening in a key debate at Pomona College, with affordability and the

Kern County Board of Supervisors approve 3.2% sewer rate hike effective July 1, 2026

Kern County households will see a change in their annual sewer service charges starting July 1, 2026, after the Kern County Board of Supervisors approved a 3.2%

Bakersfield police seek public’s help to identify suspects in Star Smoke Shop burglary

The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying suspects related to burglary investigation.Police said on Tuesday, March 10,

Two convicted after deputies find 50 pounds of meth in I-5 traffic stop near Lebec: DA

Two men were convicted on Monday on multiple charges relating to the transportation of around 50 pounds of methamphetamine discovered in a traffic stop on

GoFundMe launched to support son after parents killed in Harris Road crash

A GoFundMe was created for the couple who were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Harris Road, for their funeral costs and to support their son.The Bakersfield

Fire damages two apartment units on Baker Street, no one injured

Fire crews battled a fire on Baker Street that damaged two units Wednesday morning.The Bakersfield Fire Department said before 11 a.m., there was a call for a r

Parole board denies release man convicted of burning woman with clothes iron in 2009

The California Board of Parole Hearings denied release to a man convicted of burning a woman with a hot clothes iron back in 2009.The DA’s office said BPH found

Two brothers arrested for attempted murder after baseball bat assault on Niles Street

Two brothers were arrested for attempted murder after allegedly hitting a man with a baseball bat on Niles Street when he asked them to slow down while driving

Semi-truck with race car in box trailer catches fire on I-5 near Millux Road

Expect delays when traveling on northbound Interstate 5 after a semi-truck with a box trailer loaded with a race car caught fire Wednesday morning.According to

CHP Mojave issues 150+ citations, 5 arrests during Maximum Enforcement Period

CHP Mojave Area officers issued over 150 citations and made 5 arrests during the statewide 24-hour Maximum Enforcement Period.SEE ALSO: CHP launches 24-hour Max

California high-speed rail price tag jumps to $231B, nearly seven times 2008 estimate

California’s long-delayed high-speed rail project is now facing renewed scrutiny after state leaders revealed a dramatically higher price tag, now estimated at

Elon Musk gets an apology from California regulators as a SpaceX lawsuit is settled

California regulators apologized to SpaceX CEO Elon Musk this week as they settled a lawsuit that claimed a state agency showed political bias against the rocke

Billionaire Tom Steyer wants to take on the rich in run for California governor

Billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer is selling himself as a class traitor in his bid for California governor.

Bakersfield voters weigh in on California leadership after debate, some unaware it aired

As California’s gubernatorial debate wrapped up, many Kern County residents said their focus remains less on the candidates and more on the issues they want the

City leaders urge residents to weigh in at upcoming 2026-27 budget meetings

The City of Bakersfield is reminding residents that there are three more chances to weigh in on what they want prioritized in the 2026-2027 budget.

At least 1 pedestrian suffers major injuries in River Boulevard crash: CHP

CHP's website reports that at least one pedestrian suffered major injuries in a crash on River Boulevard near Water Street on Tuesday, just after 8:30 p.m.

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Two brothers arrested for attempted murder after baseball bat assault on Niles Street

Two brothers were arrested for attempted murder after allegedly hitting a man with a baseball bat on Niles Street when he asked them to slow down while driving

Bakersfield man sentenced to 5 years in prison for wire fraud, identity theft scheme

A 30-year-old Bakersfield man who prosecutors say used stolen identities and mail to finance purchases and withdraw cash has been sentenced to five years in

GoFundMe launched to support son after parents killed in Harris Road crash

A GoFundMe was created for the couple who were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Harris Road, for their funeral costs and to support their son.The Bakersfield

Debate night in California: New poll shows tight governor race, affordability issue focus

A new CBS News/YouGov poll released just a day before Tuesday's gubernatorial debate shows a wide-open race for California governor and highlights the key issue

Kern County DA files five charges against KCSO sergeant after alleged property room theft

The Kern County District Attorney’s Office announced criminal charges against Kern County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Ryan Dunbier were filed.RELATED: KCSO sergea

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California governor candidates clash at Pomona College debate ahead of primary

Bakersfield police seek public’s help to identify suspects in Star Smoke Shop burglary

GoFundMe launched to support son after parents killed in Harris Road crash

Fire damages two apartment units on Baker Street, no one injured

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Edison Highway lanes reopen after semi-trailer and sedan crash

A vehicle sustained major damage along Edison Highway after it collided with a semi-trailer on Tuesday afternoon, according to Eyewitness News footage.

2 protestors accused in 2024 city hall incident to enter possible diversion programs

Two pro-Palestinian protestors facing multiple allegations from a 2024 Bakersfield City Council meeting, including assaulting officers and damaging property

Bakersfield man sentenced to 5 years in prison for wire fraud, identity theft scheme

A 30-year-old Bakersfield man who prosecutors say used stolen identities and mail to finance purchases and withdraw cash has been sentenced to five years in

Valley Strong Invitational golf tournament raises money for Lauren Small Children’s Ctr.

The Valley Strong Invitational Golf Tournament raised $300,000 to benefit Bakersfield Memorial Hospital’s Lauren Small Children’s Center.

Trial delayed again for man accused in 2023 Bakersfield Christmas Parade crash

he trial of Alan Booth, the man accused of driving drunk and crashing into a crowd, injuring three at the 2023 Bakersfield Christmas Parade, was delayed again

Ranch Fire burns 340+ acres southwest of Woody

Fire crews are currently battling a fire burning southwest of Woody.The so-called Ranch Fire has burned 343 acres, according to CalFire.The fire started at arou

Felony probationer arrested after unregistered gun allegedly found during home check

A 37-year-old felony probationer was arrested in Bakersfield after officers allegedly found a loaded, unregistered gun and ammunition during a home check.The Ke

Fallen Tulare County Sheriff's Office Deputy Randy Hoppert laid to rest in Visalia

Tulare County Sheriff's Deputy Randy Hoppert will be laid to rest on Tuesday morning.35-year-old Deputy Hoppert was killed in the line of duty when 59-year-old

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Elon Musk gets an apology from California regulators as a SpaceX lawsuit is settled

Billionaire Tom Steyer wants to take on the rich in run for California governor

Bakersfield voters weigh in on California leadership after debate, some unaware it aired

City leaders urge residents to weigh in at upcoming 2026-27 budget meetings