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City of Arvin fails to approve special election to fill vacant council seat


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 8:40 AM
Source: KGET TV 17
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Vigil honors couple killed in suspected DUI crash in SW Bakersfield


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 8:40 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

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Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 8:40 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

suspected dui driver answers to murder charges

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A 21-year-old woman accused of a DUI crash that left two people dead in southwest Bakersfield enters a not guilty plea in court. Annabell Correa was formally charged Tuesday by Kern County prosecutors with two counts of second-degree murder after her car slammed into an Uber carrying 30-year-olds Max and Desiree Mooney at the intersection...


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 8:25 AM
Source: KUZZ

dead body found in north bakersfield

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Authorities are investigating the discovery of a dead body in the Kern riverbed. Bakersfield police made the discovery at around 9:45 a.m. Monday east of the Chester Avenue bridge where they found a man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. There’s no suspect information yet. The coroner will release the name of the victim later....


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 8:25 AM
Source: KUZZ

Bakersfield community invited to see Old Town Kern transformation at unveiling

The effort to revitalize Old Town Kern moves forward with the vision plan scheduled to be unveiled and can take part this Saturday.MORE: https://bakersfieldnow.com/news/local/community-invited-to-...


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 6:20 AM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News

Moo Creamery to relocate to downtown Bakersfield, boosting economy

Moo Creamery, renowned for its juicy burgers and homemade ice cream, is set to relocate from its current spot off Truxtun Avenue to downtown Bakersfield after 17 years.MORE: https://bakersfieldnow...


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 6:20 AM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News

Elex Michaelson visits Eyewitness News: Central Valley PolitiCast #55

Host of 'The Issue Is' Elex Michaelson joined Eyewitness News to discuss some of the biggest issues impacting California and Kern County.Michaelson spoke about issues including the politicization...


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 6:20 AM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News

Central Valley races heat up as eyes dial-in on 2026 elections

With more than a year and a half until the 2026 general election, candidates are already positioning themselves for key races in California's Central Valley. Congressman David Valadao's swing...


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 6:20 AM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News

Previewing 2026 elections in Central Valley: Central Valley PolitiCast #54

Two pivotal seats are up for grabs in Kern County and the Central Valley.In California's 22nd Congressional District, Congressman David Valadao (R) may be set to face his two-time challenger...


Posted: Wednesday Mar-26-2025 6:20 AM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News