23ABC backpack drive helps Kern County kids start school ready
23ABC is collecting new backpacks for local students ahead of the new school year. Every donation helps a child start the year ready to learn.
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 1:14 PM
Source: 23 ABC News Videos
Man with sword prompts officer-involved shooting in Rosamond: KCSO
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 12:55 PM
Source: KGET TV 17
Valley fever awareness month arrives as hot, dry conditions raise risk in Kern County
As Valley Fever Awareness Month approaches, health experts in Kern County are urging residents to be mindful of conditions that can increase exposure to the disease, especially as temperatures stay hot and the ground dries out. MORE: https://bakersfieldnow.com/news/local/valley-fever-awareness-month-arrives-as-hot-dry-conditions-raise-risk-in-kern-county ----------------------------------------- Stay up to date with our social media: BakersfieldNow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakersfieldnow Subscribe to BakersfieldNow on YouTube: / @bakersfieldnow For more information, visit https://bakersfieldnow.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: [email protected] Call our Tipline: 661-869-2929 KBAK and KBFX are CA based stations and a CBS and FOX Television affiliates owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country today. #bakersfield #News #KBAK #KBFX #BakersfieldNow #kerncounty #California #valleyfever #health #heat #weather
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 12:44 PM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News
Firefighters give cats oxygen and water after house fire in Bakersfield
One person and several cats were rescued from a house fire in southeast Bakersfield late Sunday evening. Cameras captured firefighters attending to the cats, giving them oxygen and water. MORE: https://bakersfieldnow.com/news/local/cats-given-oxygen-and-water-by-fire-crews-during-south-bakersfield-house-fire-response-castro-lane-and-ming-avenue-kern-county-california ----------------------------------------- Stay up to date with our social media: BakersfieldNow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakersfieldnow Subscribe to BakersfieldNow on YouTube: / @bakersfieldnow For more information, visit https://bakersfieldnow.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: [email protected] Call our Tipline: 661-869-2929 KBAK and KBFX are CA based stations and a CBS and FOX Television affiliates owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country today. #bakersfield #News #KBAK #KBFX #BakersfieldNow#kerncounty #California
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 12:44 PM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News
Countdown to Hometown 2026: Bakersfield Christian High School
Countdown to Hometown takes a look at Bakersfield Christian High School for their 2026 season. MORE: https://bakersfieldnow.com/sports/countdown-to-hometown/countdown-to-hometown-2026-bakersfield-christian-high-school ----------------------------------------- Stay up to date with our social media: BakersfieldNow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakersfieldnow Subscribe to BakersfieldNow on YouTube: / @bakersfieldnow For more information, visit https://bakersfieldnow.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: [email protected] Call our Tipline: 661-869-2929 KBAK and KBFX are CA based stations and a CBS and FOX Television affiliates owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country today. #bakersfield #News #KBAK #KBFX #BakersfieldNow #kerncounty #California #highschool #highschoolsports #highschoolfootball #football
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 12:44 PM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News
Live streaming of Kern County Crime Watchers 8/4/26
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Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 12:08 PM
Source: Kern County Crime Watchers
Highland Looking To Return To Postseason
Highland football missed the Central Section playoffs last season. A first in the 12 years Michael Gutierrez has been the Scots' head coach. The goal this fall is return to postseason play.
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 11:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17
Ways to cut costs as triple-digit heat drives up AC bills
Another stretch of triple-digit temperatures is pushing air conditioners to work overtime, and many families may feel the impact when their utility bills arrive. MORE: https://bakersfieldnow.com/news/local/triple-digit-heat-drives-up-ac-bills-but-simple-window-sealing-can-cut-costs ----------------------------------------- Stay up to date with our social media: BakersfieldNow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bakersfieldnow BakersfieldNow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakersfieldnow Subscribe to BakersfieldNow on YouTube: / @bakersfieldnow For more information, visit https://bakersfieldnow.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: [email protected] Call our Tipline: 661-869-2929 KBAK and KBFX are CA based stations and a CBS and FOX Television affiliates owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country today. #bakersfield #News #KBAK #KBFX #BakersfieldNow #kerncounty #California #heat #costs #utilitybills
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 11:44 AM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News
Bakersfield Police Chief Brent Stratton Discusses Progress
Bakersfield Police Chief Brent Stratton discusses the department's progress toward stipulated judgment compliance, homelessness enforcement, community outreach, and National Night Out. Contact us with your story: [email protected] Connect with us! Station Site: http://www.turnto23.com/ Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/23ABCBakersfield Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/23ABCNews X: http://www.Twitter.com/23ABCNews iOS App: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/23-abc-for-iphone-bakersfield/id530136932?mt=8 Android App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mylocaltv.kero
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 10:14 AM
Source: 23 ABC News Videos
Highland HS football looks to return to postseason
Posted: Tuesday Aug-4-2026 8:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17
23ABC backpack drive helps Kern County kids start school ready
Man with sword prompts officer-involved shooting in Rosamond: KCSO
Valley fever awareness month arrives as hot, dry conditions raise risk in Kern County
Firefighters give cats oxygen and water after house fire in Bakersfield
Countdown to Hometown 2026: Bakersfield Christian High School
Live streaming of Kern County Crime Watchers 8/4/26
Highland Looking To Return To Postseason
Ways to cut costs as triple-digit heat drives up AC bills
Bakersfield Police Chief Brent Stratton Discusses Progress
Highland HS football looks to return to postseason
Man with sword prompts officer-involved shooting in Rosamond: KCSO
Valley fever awareness month arrives as hot, dry conditions raise risk in Kern County
Firefighters give cats oxygen and water after house fire in Bakersfield
Countdown to Hometown 2026: Bakersfield Christian High School
Live streaming of Kern County Crime Watchers 8/4/26
Highland Looking To Return To Postseason
Ways to cut costs as triple-digit heat drives up AC bills
Bakersfield Police Chief Brent Stratton Discusses Progress
Highland HS football looks to return to postseason