Business
Valley Strong Credit Union to Open Branch in Shafter
New location planned near Highway 43 and Central Avenue
California Resources Corp. Lays Off Dozens in Bakersfield
Oil and gas company cuts positions after acquiring Berry Corp. last year
Bakersfield Home Buyer Expands with New Office to Help More Homeowners Sell Fast
Central Valley Real Estate Investments opens new location to provide stress-free cash home sales in Kern County.
Crime
Bakersfield Authorities Crack Down on Unauthorized Street Vendors
Joint operation targets weekly gatherings on private property in Casa Loma area
Bakersfield 911 Dispatchers Explain Critical Questions They Ask to Ensure Proper Emergency Response
Dispatchers say rapid-fire questions are designed to pinpoint the crisis and send lifesaving help as soon as possible.
Bakersfield to Pay Record $22M Settlement After Fatal Police Crash
The city agreed to the payout after an officer killed a driver and severely injured a passenger in a high-speed collision.
Weather
Black Ice Risk Rises After Heavy Snowfall in Kern River Valley
Kern County communities warned of dangerous conditions as overnight freeze sets in.
Multi-vehicle Crash on Highway 155 Near Sawmill Road Amid Heavy Snowfall
Cleanup underway after incident involving around 5 vehicles in Kern County, California
Planned 8-Acre Burn Near Kern River to Reduce Wildfire Risk
Forest service aims to improve forest health with controlled burn in Bakersfield area
Lifestyle
New Water Infrastructure Coming to Downtown Bakersfield
California Water Service begins work on water main and hydrant upgrades in Wall and Service streets.
Family of Bears Interrupts Ski Session at North Lake Tahoe Resort
Skiers stunned as bears dash across slopes at Northstar Ski Resort in Truckee, California.
Bakersfield Black American History Parade to Close Downtown Streets
Annual event celebrating Black history set for Saturday, February 28th
Health
Counseling Services in Bakersfield Offer Support for Mental Health and Recovery
Local providers use evidence-based approaches to help individuals and families overcome challenges
Rodent Activity Expands Beyond Coastal Cities, Exposing 1.2 Million Inland Californians to New Public Health Risks
Bakersfield pest control company owner warns of growing inland rodent issues driven by climate shifts and urban growth
Rodent Activity Expands Beyond Coastal Cities, Exposing 1.2 Million Inland Californians to New Public Health Risks
Rodent exposure is increasingly a public health issue in inland cities, not just a property concern.
