The Kern County Fair kicks off at 3 p.m. Wednesday with some fresh attractions, a few missing concessions and new safety protocols that have allowed the 105-year-old event to return after last year's cancellation due to the pandemic.
Stockdale hosted Visalia-El Diamante Friday night.
Highland, Golden Valley met in Friday night football action.
The Kern County Fire Department battled a grass fire near the Kern River several hundred yards east of the North Chester Avenue bridge, near East Beardsley Avenue and Hart Street. The fire department saved several camp sites in the river Tuesday morning. Flames scorched 1000 acres and the ca…
The Bakersfield College Renegades football team returned to the Memorial Stadium field for the first time since November 2019 on Saturday in a game against El Camino. The Renegades have not played at Memorial Stadium since Nov. 16, 2019.
These images capture the enormity of Sept. 11, 2001.
It was a sweltering 100 degrees on Thursday afternoon, but Republican gubernatorial candidate Larry Elder had no trouble fielding a friendly crowd of hundreds in Jastro Park.
Residents throughout the Lake Isabella region expressed their gratitude as evacuation orders, imposed because of the almost 27,000-acre French Fire, were lifted Monday and individuals trooped back home then and Tuesday, anxious to see whether their homes survived the ferocious flames.
Dove hunting season opened Wednesday, prompting hunters to go out early in the morning and then gather for hearty breakfasts.
On Saturday, the names of more people who have died from COVID-19 are unveiled on a memorial wall created by American Fabrication.
South High went up against Independence in Friday night football action, playing at West High.
Friday night football is back in Kern County. Check out Bakersfield.com for stories, and check out Sunday's newspaper for a wrap-up of Friday night football action.
Thousands of children and teens went to school Wednesday — some for the first time in more than a year.
Relay for Life of Bakersfield hosted a drive-thru Survivor Celebration on Saturday, giving cancer survivors a chance to pick up survivor medals and hear positive words from volunteers.
The Renegades are ready for fall sports — and kicked off the season with a Media Day on Thursday.
Rescue California, a coalition seeking to oust Gov. Gavin Newsom from office, made a pit stop in Bakersfield on Thursday morning in downtown Bakersfield to compel residents to vote in the recall election.
Clinica Sierra Vista, the health care safety net provider, gave an exclusive “sneak peek” tour of its newest and biggest community health center — a few months before it actually opens.
Thousands from throughout Kern County and the nation honored the life of Kern County Sheriff's Deputy Phillip Campas on Friday during a memorial service and procession to Bakersfield National Cemetery.
Tucked into the golden-brown hills past Bakersfield’s China Grade Loop, the 26-year-old Bristol Hospice Foundation of California annual kids camp, located at Gergen Ski Ranch, offers children ages 5-16 the ability to express their grief through physical activity and journaling, said Cherie S…
The National Weather Service in Hanford reported Bakersfield’s average July temperatures were the hottest on record since 1893, averaging to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Candlelight flickered across more than 70 faces, all congregating to pay their respects to a fallen deputy, and a mother and her sons, slain in a mass shooting Sunday.
A prayer vigil in downtown Bakersfield Tuesday evening brought together more than 100 people, Kern County Sheriff's deputies among them, calling for God’s protection of law enforcement officers, and comfort for their families, following the violent tragedy that claimed five lives Sunday in Wasco.
The roar of cars whizzing by on Mount Vernon halted as a steady stream of law enforcement vehicles meandered from Kern Medical Center to Greenlawn cemetery in honor of Deputy Phillip Campas, who succumbed to gunshot wounds in a mass shooting Sunday.
Rep. Kevin McCarthy brought former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to speak to a sold-out crowd of 500 Republicans gathered for the annual Lincoln Day Dinner at the Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center Friday night.
The Water Association of Kern County has added another water tank to its countywide gallery of mural artwork highlighting the magic and history of water.
Westchester was awash in red, white and blue Sunday morning as families and friends gathered for the 32nd annual Westchester Parade.
Fireworks went on sale in Bakersfield on Thursday, in anticipation of Independence Day weekend.
Corvettes of Bakersfield partnered with Three-Way Chevrolet for an afternoon of sports cars and more Wednesday.
Delano Union School District held graduation ceremonies for eighth graders from Almond Tree Middle School, Cecil Avenue Math and Science Academy, La Viña Middle School, and Pioneer School earlier this month.
Patriots rallied to down Clovis, 6-5 in eight innings.
Seven KHSD schools recognized seniors on Wednesday night, as graduation week rolled on in the district. One of those schools was Independence. Two more — West and Golden Valley — are scheduled to take center stage on Thursday evening.
Highland High School seniors were honored Tuesday night as Kern High School District continued graduation week at respective school sites. Seven more schools are scheduled to hold ceremonies on Wednesday evening.
Mira Monte High School graduated its senior class on Monday evening. KHSD schools will be celebrating graduation ceremonies throughout the week. On Monday night, Mira Monte and Stockdale took center stage.
The Platinum Weddings Bridal Show was held Sunday at the Petroleum Club at Sundale. A VIP event, featuring a champagne brunch and fashion show, kicked things off at 11 a.m. while general admission gates opened shortly thereafter. The event was an opportunity for those planning a wedding or e…
Garces hosted Norte Vista in the SoCal Regional Division III semifinals on Thursday evening. The Rams lost 2-1.
Agricultural workers and allies came together Wednesday afternoon in an effort to bring awareness and push for a pathway to United States citizenship. The demonstration was held on the Ming Avenue bridge overlooking Highway 99. It was held in conjunction with other immigration reform demonst…
People gathered at Greenlawn Funeral Home Northeast on Memorial Day to pay tribute to fallen servicemen and women.
Positive Cases Among Kern Residents: 136,288
Deaths: 1,521
Recovered and Presumed Recovered Residents: 121,841
Number of Negative Tests: 478,137
Number of Pending Tests*: 426
Updated: 9/21/2021. Source: Kern County Public Health Services Department
*As reported by community healthcare providers.
