Business
New shopping center planned for Shafter
11-acre plot along Central Valley Highway and Ash Avenue slated for retail development
Bakersfield Job Fest Draws Over 100 Employers Hiring in Kern County
Annual event connects job seekers with opportunities across diverse industries
Two New Target Stores to Open Soon in Kern County
Shoppers get an early look inside the new locations in southwest Bakersfield and northwest Bakersfield.
Health
Clinica Sierra Vista: A Safety Net for the Uninsured in Bakersfield
Community health center provides critical healthcare access as Medi-Cal enrollment freezes for undocumented adults
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
Crime
Two Teenage Girls Reported Missing in Bakersfield
Authorities search for Mackenzie Meadows, 16, and Sara Current, 16, last seen together in Oildale
Viral Parking Dispute Prompts Debate Over Residential Street Parking
Confrontation between neighbors in Bakersfield highlights ongoing tensions around public street parking rights.
Murder Charge Filed in Oildale Bar Shooting
Steven Quick surrendered to police in Oregon after the fatal incident outside the Long Branch Saloon.
Lifestyle
Northbound South H Street in Bakersfield to Close Temporarily
Pavement operations will require a full-day closure on Thursday, March 12.
Rescue Group Saves Dog Left Behind When Family Moved Away
Logan's Legacy takes in abandoned pup and helps her recover from trauma of being abandoned.
New Water Infrastructure Coming to Downtown Bakersfield
California Water Service begins work on water main and hydrant upgrades in Wall and Service streets.
Weather
4 Rescued After Boat Overturns on Isabella Lake
Kern County Sheriff's Office leads rescue effort with fire department assistance
Stockdale Highway Cleared After Non-Hazardous Spill
Bakersfield fire crews respond to reported truck material on road
CHP Offers Winter Weather Driving Tips for Kern County
Slick roads and low visibility make driving dangerous, officials warn
