"Un Nuevo Dia" airs live from Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD,CA- It's described as the Spanish version of the "Today Show," "Un Nuevo Dia," meaning a new day in Spanish aired live from Bakersfield as part of a tour with renowned Spanish personality...
View ArticleSeven cats and kittens rescued from a fire in Shafter
BAKERSFIELD, CA.-Kern County Firefighters rescued seven cats and kittens from a fire in Shafter last night. They were in an apartment in the 600 block of Kern Street when it caught fire. Fire crews...
View ArticleKey items will be discussed at Parks and Recreation Commission meeting
BAKERSFIELD, CA.-The Kern County Parks and Recreation Commission is discussing several key items tonight at their monthly meeting. The Commission will discuss a fee increase at county golf courses, a...
View ArticleState regulators will discuss regulations on oilwell stimulation operations
BAKERSFIELD, CA.-State regulators are in Bakersfield today to discuss revised regulations on oilwell stimulation operations in Kern County, including the practice of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking....
View ArticleCondors announce new head coach
BAKERSFIELD, CA--The Bakersfield Condors say have hired a new head coach. He is Jean-Francois Houle and an official announcement will come at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Rabobank Arena. The announcement...
View ArticleGolden Empire Transit rejects union's offer, submits counter-offer
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- Talks resumed Wednesday between Golden Empire Transit officials and striking drivers and mechanics. Both sides met Wednesday morning. But GET rejected the union's latest offer,...
View ArticleMan charged with attempted murder takes plea deal
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- A Bakersfield man has taken a plea deal in connection with a shooting in February 2013. Wendall Allen, 27, pleaded no contest Tuesday to one felony count of participating in a...
View ArticleBakersfield to shut down spray parks in an effort to comply to state water...
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- Kids across Bakersfield will have to find a new way to help stay cool starting next month. At a water board meeting Wednesday afternoon, Water Resources Department Manager Art...
View ArticleCommunity helping local man who had his phone stolen
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Thousands of people are affected by the GET Bus strike -- many depending on the transportation to and from work. One of those riders -- a local man with Cerebral Palsy -- says he...
View ArticleBakersfield to close spray parks
BAKERSFIELD, CA - The Bakersfield City Council Water Board announced Wednesday that all spray parks will close August 1st. But as of now, there will be no restrictions on how often you can water your...
View ArticleCounty funded non-profit agencies could face financial impact
Changes could be made to the way the county funds certain non-profit agencies in an effort to save the county money.The Kern County Board of Supervisors discussed Tuesday, reevaluating which...
View ArticleCity of Bakersfield to offer free swim days
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- Because of the upcoming closure of the city's nine spray parks, the city is offering free and discounted swim days throughout the month of August. Due to the closure, the City will...
View ArticleDeputies arrest man after chase in Wasco
WASCO, CA -- A man is under arrest following a pursuit Thursday afternoon through the city of Wasco. Deputies from the Wasco Substation were responding to a report of domestic violence in the 1100...
View ArticlePolice looking for missing 12-year-old girl
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- Police are asking for your help to find a missing 12-year-old girl who may be with her boyfriend. Sitaly Ortiz, is described as Hispanic, 5'0", 120 pounds with long brown hair, and...
View ArticleUPDATE: Runaway girl returns home
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- A 12-year-old runaway girl has returned home, according to Bakersfield police. Sitaly Ortiz had been last seen Tuesday morning in the 3600 block of Tony Street in east Bakersfield.
View ArticleBuilding hope
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Volunteers are building hope, constructing a wheelchair ramp for a local single mother. The ramp was intended for Sophia Gaston's adopted son, Jonathan, who lost his ability to walk...
View ArticleResidents upset over spray parks closing
BAKERSFIELD, CA - With a triple digit forecast, many residents in Bakersfield are upset over all nine spray parks set to close next week.But, the city says it has no choice but to close them, to comply...
View ArticlePrivate investigator under investigation
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- Prosecutors say J.R. Rodgriguez, who's now a private detective, tried to use his department connections to gain access to confidential law enforcement data. Court documents show...
View ArticleBricks, tiles to be removed from Centennial Plaza
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- Emgraved bricks and tiles in front of Rabobank Arena will soon be replaced with a concrete surface. City officials say crews starting August 4 will be taking out the bricks and...
View ArticleMeet "Grandma Whoople"
BAKERSFIELD, CA -- There's a new local advocate trying to banish bullying. While she's leading the charge, she might not look the part. That's because she's a grandma, "Grandma Whoople" to be...
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