Caltrans says starting tonight, the southbound on-ramps to the 99 freeway from Rosedale Highway will be closed for 25 days.… Read More
PG&E Warning of Scam Callers as Stimulus Checks Arrive
More than 500 scam calls were reported in Kern County last year, PG&E are offering tips on how you and your family can stay safe.… Read More
Extra Law Enforcement Planned For Saint Patrick’s Day
Many people drink on Saint Patrick’s Day [which is today], but with pandemic restrictions being relaxed, law enforcement fears there could be more drunk drivers out tonight than in the past. Highway Patrol Public Information Officer Robert Rodriguez says if you see a drunk driver, call 9-1-1… C-H-P officers will be looking for impaired drivers.…… Read More
Rental Assistance Program Launched in Kern County
A new program just launched will help pay rent and utility bills for up to twelve months for people having hard times because of the pandemic. It’s a new program from the Housing Authority of Kern County, and Assistant Executive Director Heather Kimmel says it’s funded through a federal grant…. There are eligibility requirements. You…… Read More
Kern County A Week Away From Red Tier
Good news from the state as Kern County’s reopening metrics are hitting the requirements to move on to the next tier of reopening. Michelle Corson with Kern Public Health says if we make the red tier, restaurants and movie theaters can reopen as well as gyms. Two of the three metrics are already being met…… Read More
BPD Searching for Hit and Run Suspect
The Bakersfield Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a vehicle and driver involved in a hit and run collision that occurred on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at approximately 6:19 PM in the 1700 block of Golden State Frontage Road. The vehicle is described as a: Newer model, FJ Cruiser, Blue in color.…… Read More
Kern Leads Multi-County Lawsuit Against Senior Facility Operator
Kern County is leading a statewide lawsuit against the largest senior living facility operator in the state. District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer says they are seeking a permanent injunction against Brookdale Senior Living Incorporated, alleging that they lied about nurse-to-patient ratios, among other things… Several other counties, and the state Attorney General’s office have joined in…… Read More
BPD Searching for Burglary Suspect
The Bakersfield Police Department is requesting the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for burglary.… Read More
Board of Supervisors Approve Revised Gas and Oil Permitting Process
After hours of public testimony and deliberation, the Kern County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously an changes to a contentious gas and oil ordinance.… Read More
