As the opening of the 2026 Kern County Fair nears, hundreds were putting the final touches on as residents and visitors prepare to enjoy all the fair has to offer.

High temperatures return to at least the 90s for the rest of the work week, with triple digits not out of the question on ...

The California Department of Public Health is warning Bakersfield-area residents of a possible measles exposure.

Kern Secret Witness is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the person ...

Pastor David Vivas has spent a lifetime serving Delano, from advocating for crime victims to supporting families affected by violence, driven by a calling to give back.

Platelets have a short shelf life and are critical for cancer patients and trauma victims. Houchin says more donors are needed to keep this lifesaving resource available.

From writing for the school newspaper to teaching generations of students, Gary Girard has spent decades telling Delano’s story. On his 90th birthday, the community honored the man who helped tell ...

Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle complaints over delays with AI Siri features. iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 owners ...

Local non-profit looking ahead to the Spring of 2027, after an equipment problem grounds Honor Flight for the first time in 15 years ...

Breast cancer survivors celebrate and raise awareness about the importance of screening and early detection in a free community event ...

A new California law is driving a surge in oil drilling permits in Kern County, with industry leaders citing new jobs and investment.

Two Ward 3 candidates share their priorities on city spending, sewer rates, homelessness and crime ahead of November's election.