Judge finds Scrivner in compliance with diversion program; next hearing Oct. 22

Former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner remains on track to have his criminal charges dismissed after a judge determined ...

Delano PD: Shooting suspect surrenders, faces attempted murder charge

A 30-year-old man surrendered and was booked on attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting a 45-year-old man at a home ...

Bakersfield to hold two ceremonies to commemorate 25th anniversary of 9/11

The Bakersfield Fire Department, in partnership with the Bakersfield Police Department, is holding two ceremonies on Friday, ...

Captain Ted King appointed as Assistant Chief for Bakersfield Police Department

Bakersfield Police Chief Brent Stratton has announced the appointment of Captain Ted King to the position of Assistant ...

Fire crews battle blaze in southwest Bakersfield at Smileland admin offices

Fire crews were seen battling a fire in southwest Bakersfield Thursday morning.Crews were seen at the Smileland ...

Kern County Fair returns in two weeks with 12 days of rides, food and music

With the Kern County Fair now two weeks away, anticipation is building for 12 straight days of amusement rides, food, musical ...

Two suspects at large in McFarland laundromat killing; police warn armed and dangerous

Two suspects wanted by McFarland police are accused of killing Alfonzo Jacobo last month at a laundromat. Officials are ...

Lawsuit alleges Cesar Chavez sexually assaulted woman at La Paz compound

A lawsuit filed in Kern County Superior Court alleges Cesar Chavez sexually assaulted an 86-year-old woman who had volunteered with Central Valley union-organiz ...