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Family seeks answers, cites CHP communication issues after Bakersfield hit-and-run death
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (304+ words) by Steve Virgen, Eyewitness News BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Nearly a week after an east Bakersfield man was killed in a hit-and-run, his family says they are still searching for answers and frustrated with what they describe as a lack…...
Delano PD: Shooting suspect surrenders, faces attempted murder charge
3+ day, 6+ hour ago (243+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A 30-year-old man surrendered and was booked on attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting a 45-year-old man at a home in Delano Sunday afternoon. The Delano Police Department said on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at around 12:40 p.m., officers…...
Captain Ted King appointed as Assistant Chief for Bakersfield Police Department
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (197+ words) President Donald Trump tours and gives remarks at the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas. BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Bakersfield Police Chief Brent Stratton has announced the appointment of Captain Ted King to the position of Assistant Chief....
Fire crews battle blaze in southwest Bakersfield at Smileland admin offices
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (63+ words) KBAK Fire crews battle blaze in southwest Bakersfield at Smileland admin offices BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Fire crews were seen battling a fire in southwest Bakersfield Thursday morning. Crews were seen at the Smileland Administration Offices on Stockdale Highway near…...
Man called himself 'reactivated army intelligence', sent threat to Shapiro's office: PSP
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (266+ words) A 38-year-old man who identified himself as "reactivated army intelligence" has been charged after Pennsylvania State Police said he left a threatening voicemail on the main office line at Gov. Josh Shapiro's office. (Getty) PENNSYLVANIA (WHP) — A 38-year-old man who…...
Police searching for man accused of kicking security door at Chester Lane home
4+ day, 8+ hour ago (117+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man accused of kicking the security door of a home on Chester Lane. Police said on Sunday, July 12th, 2026, at around 11:26 p.m., the…...
At least one dead after crash on Highway 46 near Wasco State Prison
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (104+ words) KBAK At least one dead after crash on Highway 46 near Wasco State Prison BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — At least one person is dead after a crash on Highway 46 near Wasco State Prison Wednesday morning. According to the CHP’s website, on…...
Kern DA charges man with first-degree murder of a missing California City man
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (214+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County District Attorney’s Office announced that a man was charged with first-degree murder after an extensive joint investigation with eight agencies. The death involved a man who was reported missing in California City. The…...
Man faces 55 years to life after convicted of deadly 2019 east Bakersfield shooting
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (336+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A man was found guilty of second-degree murder for the deadly 2019 shooting in east Bakersfield. The Kern County District Attorney’s Office said on September 4, 2026, a jury found Michael Angel Cervantes guilty of second-degree murder for the…...
Kern County man convicted of first-degree murder in killing of wife’s boyfriend
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (323+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A Kern County man faces up to 50 years to life in prison after being convicted of murdering his wife’s boyfriend nearly a year ago. The Kern County District Attorney’s Office said on September 4, 2026, a jury found…...