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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…...
Bakersfield man with grand theft warrant arrested in Delano Target thefts
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (194+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A Bakersfield man, with a warrant for grand theft, was arrested after allegedly stealing about $200 in Target merchandise in Delano and was linked to a separate theft days earlier. The Delano Police Department said on September…...
Delano PD: Shooting suspect surrenders, faces attempted murder charge
3+ day, 7+ 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…...
Scrivner in compliance with diversion program; next hearing Oct. 22
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (340+ words) by Steve Virgen, Eyewitness News Former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner remains on track to have his criminal charges dismissed after a judge determined today that he is complying with the requirements of his mental health diversion program. Just before…...
Captain Ted King appointed as Assistant Chief for Bakersfield Police Department
3+ day, 8+ 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…...
Lawsuit alleges Cesar Chavez sexually assaulted woman at La Paz compound
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (417+ words) by Maria Celeste Alfaro BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — 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-organizing efforts and later lived at the La Paz compound....
Bakersfield police seek help identifying suspect in Ming Avenue burglary, check stolen
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (142+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man accused of breaking into a building and stealing a personal check. Bakersfield police said on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, at around 6:15 a.m., the…...
Police searching for man accused of kicking security door at Chester Lane home
4+ day, 9+ 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…...
Bakersfield police arrest 7, cite 7 in downtown quality-of-life sweep
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (196+ words) Bakersfield police arrested seven people and cited seven others last Wednesday during a quality-of-life operation in downtown Bakersfield following complaints. Bakersfield police arrested seven people and cited seven others last Wednesday during a quality-of-life operation in downtown Bakersfield following complaints…...