Pumpkin prices increase due to drought
BAKERSFIELD, CA. - You may notice this year when you purchase your pumpkin that prices are slightly higher than last year, and that would be mainly due to the drought. But, Gary Reed from Murray...
View ArticleCommunity of riders gather to honor one of their own
BAKERSFIELD, CA. - The Patriot Guard Riders are big supporters of our local veterans, but their last ride saw them honoring one of their own.Ernie Dorsey, or better known simply as The Godfather, is...
View ArticleProperty tax bills mailed out today
The Kern County Treasurer and Tax Collector, Jackie Denney, announced today that approximately 390,000 real property tax bills totaling more than $1.1 billion for the fiscal year 2014-2015 were mailed...
View ArticleBC to host ag summit today
BAKERSFIELD. - Bakersfield College is holidng its first-ever "Kern Agriculture Summit" today.The community college is bringing state and local farming leaders, along with legislators, to the campus to...
View ArticleArvin community discusses access to emergency services
ARVIN, CA. - A community meeting in Arvin will look to inform residents of how to identify potential emergency medical situations and options on handling them to potentially help avoid long drives and...
View ArticleKGET and Alliance Against Family Violence hold BBQ
Come out to the KGET studios tomorrow for a barbecue lunch and help to support a great cause while here.Funds raised will benefit programs at the Alliance Against Family Violence and AssaultThe $5...
View ArticleThree men plead guilty in two separate Bakersfield meth cases
FRESNO, CA - Three men plead guilty to methamphetamine related charges in Fresno court Tuesday in two separate cases, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.Juan Angel Lopez, 32, admitted to...
View ArticleMarley's Mutts offers $1k reward for information leading to arrest in...
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Bakersfield Animal Control is asking for help identifying the person or persons responsible for the apparent intentional abuse of a dog, and Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue is offering a...
View Article'Bulky Waste Collection Event' offers chance to dispose of unwanted...
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Do you have a bulky batch of Bakersfield trash? The Kern County Waste Management Department and Kern Refuse Haulers are teaming up to come to rescue you from your refuse.The Bulky...
View ArticleA small town, a photo project, and the nation-wide myth of 'creepy clowns'
WASCO, CA - What started as a photography project in Wasco has now captivated social media and numerous news outlets throughout the country.As several clown photos appeared online in early October,...
View ArticleMan arrested after being found with more than half-pound of heroin, $10k in cash
BAKERSFIELD, CA - A man was arrested today after Sheriff's deputies found him with more than half a pound of heroin and more than $10,000 in cash.Deputies executed a search warrant in the 1800 block...
View ArticleDream Builders opens in East Bakersfield
Mayor Harvey Hall cut the ribbon this afternoon to officially open this new resource center called Dream Builders.It's a 24/7 crisis response, prevention and intervention center that was opened by Stay...
View ArticleA small town, a photo project, and the nationwide myth of 'creepy clowns'
WASCO, CA - What started as a photography project in Wasco has now captivated social media and numerous news outlets throughout the country.As several clown photos appeared online in early October,...
View ArticleKCSO searching for a burglary suspect with gun
UPDATE: Schools now off lockdown, though suspect still not found, according to officials on scene.BAKERSFIELD, CA. - Officials are saying that a burglary took place on Shirlee Court where a handgun...
View ArticleGrant helps schools offer healthier lunch options
BAKERSFIELD, CA. - State Superintendent Tom Torlakson announced this week that 113 schools will share $1.49 million to provide healthier food options to California students. The schools are the...
View ArticleSecret witness sought for help in Delano corrections officer murder case
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Police are requesting that a secret witness known contact them regarding an investigation of the August murder of a Delano corrections officer.The Bakersfield Police department sent...
View ArticlePolice seeking suspect wanted for burglary of Pick Your Part
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Police are asking for help identifying and locating a suspect wanted for burglary of Pick Your Part on South Union Avenue.The Bakersfield Police Department says the suspect broke...
View ArticlePolice seeking suspect for Smart and Final shoplifting
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Police are asking for help identifying and locating a suspect wanted for burglary of of the Smart and Final store on Golden State Avenue.The Bakersfield Police Department says the...
View ArticleMan arrested for alleged Heritage Park sexual assault
BAKERSFIELD, CA - A man initially arrested for possession of narcotics paraphernalia has also been charged in connection with the sexual assault which allegedly occurred at Heritage Park Oct. 2.The...
View ArticleNo treats, but evil tricks for local family
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Halloween is still weeks away. But it's already been no treat and just evil tricks for a local family. Thieves hit their front yard, not once, but twice stealing decorations that...
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