One of the largest Covid vaccination sites is the Kern County Fairgrounds, but Bakersfield College may be another option in the near future. Community Relations Director Norma Rojas-Mora says they held a very popular vaccination event over the weekend… She says future clinics will depend on supply. There are currently no new clinics scheduled, but…… Read More
The numbers have been met and the state has given the okay. kern County has now moved up to the red coronavirus tier. Kern County Public Health Director Brynn Carrigan says that means a lot more businesses will be allowed to do a lot more things… Movie theaters can also re-open, indoor dining will be…… Read More
Police are still trying to figure out what happened after a woman was found dead in Bakersfield over the weekend. Police Sergeant Robert Pair says she was found Saturday night near East Brundage Lane and Oswell Street, with obvious signs of trauma. At this time, Pair says they are calling the death ‘suspicious’… The woman’s…… Read More
A two-and-a-half year old boy reported as being abducted by his mother has been returned safely. Kern County Assistant District Attorney Joseph Kinzel says a felony arrest warrant was issued for 28 year-old Amanda Hernandez after she refused to turn her son, Noah Hernandez, over to his father after losing a custody battle… Amanda Hernandez…… Read More
Caltrans says starting tonight, the southbound on-ramps to the 99 freeway from Rosedale Highway will be closed for 25 days.… Read More
More than 500 scam calls were reported in Kern County last year, PG&E are offering tips on how you and your family can stay safe.… Read More
Many people drink on Saint Patrick’s Day [which is today], but with pandemic restrictions being relaxed, law enforcement fears there could be more drunk drivers out tonight than in the past. Highway Patrol Public Information Officer Robert Rodriguez says if you see a drunk driver, call 9-1-1… C-H-P officers will be looking for impaired drivers.…… Read More
A new program just launched will help pay rent and utility bills for up to twelve months for people having hard times because of the pandemic. It’s a new program from the Housing Authority of Kern County, and Assistant Executive Director Heather Kimmel says it’s funded through a federal grant…. There are eligibility requirements. You…… Read More
Good news from the state as Kern County’s reopening metrics are hitting the requirements to move on to the next tier of reopening. Michelle Corson with Kern Public Health says if we make the red tier, restaurants and movie theaters can reopen as well as gyms. Two of the three metrics are already being met…… Read More
The Bakersfield Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a vehicle and driver involved in a hit and run collision that occurred on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at approximately 6:19 PM in the 1700 block of Golden State Frontage Road. The vehicle is described as a: Newer model, FJ Cruiser, Blue in color.…… Read More
