BofA makes gift to Adventist project; Adventist provides progress report on Advanced Care Pavilion
A check presentation event Thursday morning directly in front of Adventist Health’s $40 million Advanced Care Pavilion in downtown Bakersfield highlighted a donation of $250,000 from longtime supporter Bank of America.
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 8:50 PM
Source: The Bakersfield Californian
State rejects majority of Kern's Opportunity Zone 2.0 recommendations
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 8:50 PM
Source: The Bakersfield Californian
Bakersfield City Council Passes Road Safety Resolution Prioritizing Bike Lanes
The Bakersfield City Council passed a resolution prioritizing bike lanes to improve road safety, despite some opposition among council members.
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 7:14 PM
Source: 23 ABC News Videos
Bakersfield Gym Provides Safe Space for All Abilities
Fitness Unplugged in Bakersfield offers a safe, accessible gym environment for people of all abilities, including those with physical disabilities and autism.
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 7:14 PM
Source: 23 ABC News Videos
Kern reports first local measles cases in 22 years
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 6:50 PM
Source: The Bakersfield Californian
Confirmed cases of measles pop up in Kern County
Kern County Public Health confirms the county's first two measles cases of 2026, urging residents to review their vaccination records and watch for symptoms after possible exposure.
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 6:14 PM
Source: 23 ABC News Videos
Kern County Hosts Ready, Set, Back-2-School Event for 1,800+ Expected Attendees
More than 1,800 expected attendees received free backpacks, school supplies, and shoes, and had the opportunity to connect with wellness resources at Kern County's Ready, Set, Back-2-School event held at the Kern County Museum grounds.
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 6:14 PM
Source: 23 ABC News Videos
City Council - August 5th, 2026 5:15PM Meeting
Agendas are posted in advance at https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/541/Meetings-Agendas
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 6:01 PM
Source: City of Bakersfield TV
City Council - August 5th, 2026 3:30PM Meeting
Agendas are posted in advance at https://www.bakersfieldcity.us/541/Meetings-Agendas
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 6:01 PM
Source: City of Bakersfield TV
2 more juveniles arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder
Three juveniles have been arrested on suspicion of a fatal shooting last month in east Bakersfield, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office reported Thursday.
Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 5:50 PM
Source: The Bakersfield Californian
BofA makes gift to Adventist project; Adventist provides progress report on Advanced Care Pavilion
State rejects majority of Kern's Opportunity Zone 2.0 recommendations
Bakersfield City Council Passes Road Safety Resolution Prioritizing Bike Lanes
Bakersfield Gym Provides Safe Space for All Abilities
Kern reports first local measles cases in 22 years
Confirmed cases of measles pop up in Kern County
Kern County Hosts Ready, Set, Back-2-School Event for 1,800+ Expected Attendees
City Council - August 5th, 2026 5:15PM Meeting
City Council - August 5th, 2026 3:30PM Meeting
2 more juveniles arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder
State rejects majority of Kern's Opportunity Zone 2.0 recommendations
Bakersfield City Council Passes Road Safety Resolution Prioritizing Bike Lanes
Bakersfield Gym Provides Safe Space for All Abilities
Kern reports first local measles cases in 22 years
Confirmed cases of measles pop up in Kern County
Kern County Hosts Ready, Set, Back-2-School Event for 1,800+ Expected Attendees
City Council - August 5th, 2026 5:15PM Meeting
City Council - August 5th, 2026 3:30PM Meeting
2 more juveniles arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder