Kern County’s infamous “Blood Alley” might be finally getting a much-needed improvement.
Kern Co. to dole out gift cards to boost COVID test numbers
Receiving a $25 gift card in exchange for a coronavirus test will be the new reality for some in Kern County.
Judge: Bakersfield priest’s defamation suit against monk can proceed
Bakersfield Roman Catholic priest Monsignor Craig Harrison received the green light to continue with a defamation lawsuit against his former mentee.
Local conservative radio host Inga Barks dies
Well-known to radio listeners in the Valley, longtime conservative radio personality Inga Barks passed away Wednesday at the age of 53.
Major Kern Co. oil producer emerges from bankruptcy
The Santa Clarita-based firm, with heavy Kern holdings, marked the end of a three-month financial restructuring process
Activist group’s profane attack on Kern Co. DA Zimmer from prompts local Democrats to backpedal
The organization, previously known for picketing Rep. Kevin McCarthy’s home at 4:30 in the morning, took heat for its latest act.
What the frack? Valley company scores fracking permits despite Newsom tough talk
California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently approved new fracking permits to Valley oil and natural gas producer Aera Energy.
Kern High School District to resume sports practices
The KHSD Board of Trustees voted to allow on-campus activities and practices to resume on Oct. 26.
In purple tier, Kern High School District weighs resuming in-person instruction
The Kern High School District is exploring the possibility of bringing students back to campus. The Board of Trustees will …
One gym chain is reopening ahead of schedule in Kern Co. Here’s why.
Certain gym locations in Kern County have been deemed essential businesses, meaning they can reopen indoor operations.