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Fresno, Bakersfield PD part of contingent sent to boost security at RNC Convention
Central Valley law enforcement officers are in Wisconsin this week to ensure the convention is safe.
July 15, 2024
Golden Empire Transit fires CEO Michael Tree
Tree has been removed as CEO despite much public support from GET employees.
June 26, 2024
Bakersfield Hells Angels chapter arrested for kidnapping, robbery
The entire biker gang was busted on several violent charges as law enforcement seized guns and ammunition.
June 25, 2024
Delano rent control measure fails due to invalid signatures
Organizers hoping to place the rent control measure on the November ballot ended up about 150 signatures short.
June 21, 2024
Bakersfield man pleads guilty to $25 million tax fraud scheme
Miguel Martinez submitted fraudulent tax returns to the IRS for hundreds of people as part of the scheme.
June 17, 2024
Bakersfield to consider switching shuttle service to rideshare
Residents in wheelchairs would still have access to the door-to-door shuttle service under the new proposal.
June 17, 2024
Scrivner’s restraining order hearing delayed, criminal investigation continues
Zack Scrivner is not allowed to contact his wife or children until at least December.
June 6, 2024
CHP operation with Bakersfield PD boosts arrests
Law enforcement has cracked down on criminals in Bakersfield.
June 5, 2024
Assembly supports bill to bring UC medical school to Kern County
Asm. Jasmeet Bains has successfully pushed the bill through the Assembly.
May 22, 2024
Caltrans announces new plan to beautify Bakersfield
California is ramping up efforts to deal with litter throughout Kern County.
May 21, 2024