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Crime

Four arrested after finding pounds of meth, conversion labs

23ABC Digital Team

Bakersfield

Iraq veteran returns to honor group that helped him first

Mike Hart

Bakersfield

Kern County man runs nearly 300 miles for men's mental health

Karla Sosa

Bakersfield

Kern County shares sample protest letter tool in Bakersfield sewer rate fight

Sam Hoyle

Bakersfield

Experts warn of online predators targeting kids in Kern County

Angela Nguyen

Shafter / Wasco / Lost Hills

Semi-truck fire at Shafter Pilot Travel Center visible for miles

Jose Luis Verduzco
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National Politics

Previously banned media outlets regain White House access

Justin Boggs

National News

More than 100 riders allege brain injuries from Six Flags roller coaster

Blake Ellis, Melanie Hicken, Kyung Lah, CNN

Bakersfield

Hydrochloric acid leak in East Bakersfield prompts brief shelter-in-place order

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National News

National News

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison for 2006 sex crime in New York

AP via Scripps News Group

National News

Police warn against kratom after deaths of 2 Ole Miss students

Cindy Von Quednow, CNN

National News

SCOTUS won’t intervene in custody dispute between CA couple and surrogate

Associated Press
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Dont Waste Your Money

One ingredient, multiple meals: Versatile foods that stretch your grocery budget

John Matarese

Bakersfield

Taft works to fill vacant storefronts

Lindsey Belsky

Delano / McFarland

City of Delano gives youth a seat at the table

Ruby Rivera

Bakersfield

Kern County Fair vendors and students prep for opening night

Sam Hoyle

National Politics

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is reportedly weighing a possible presidential run

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Local News

CDPH notifies public of possible measles exposure related to train, bus rider

Scripps News Group

National News

USPS law enforcement arm increases security guards at facilities across US

Scripps News Group

Local News

$15K reward offered for information on shooter in 2023 Bakersfield murder

23ABC News Staff

National News

Taylor Swift announces new song 'Patient Zero,' her first since tying the knot

Taylor O'Bier

Dont Waste Your Money

Apple Siri settlement: Claims now open for up to $95 in cash

John Matarese

Delano / McFarland

Delano Hig honors former teacher with auditorium renaming on his 90th birthday

Ruby Rivera
Bakersfield

Houchin Community Blood Bank urging donors to give platelets as supplies run low

Ruby Rivera

Delano / McFarland

A Lifetime of Service: David Vivas continues giving back to Delano

Ruby Rivera

National News

Trump admin cancels Obamacare coverage for 760,000, citing improper signups

Scripps News Group

Iran War

Republican support for Trump’s handling of war in Iran shows cracks in new poll

Jennifer Agiesta

Iran War

Trump claims Iran is waiting until after midterm elections to strike deal

Haley Bull

News

California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops

Associated Press
Entertainment

Hayden Panettiere died from an overdose involving fentanyl. She had just gone to rehab, coroner says

By JEFFREY COLLINS

Bakersfield

Mission Canceled: 54th flight grounded due to 'towing' issue

Mike Hart

National Politics

Workers should brace for biggest health insurance cost jump in decades

Maura Barrett

Bakersfield

Adventist Health hosts 13th annual VIPink event Oct. 1

Mike Hart

Bakersfield

New California law drives a surge in Kern County oil drilling permits

Lindsey Belsky

Bakersfield

Bakersfield Ward 3 candidates address spending, public safety

Angela Nguyen
Bakersfield

Fresno Diocese retiree fears retirement benefits are at risk

Sam Hoyle

California News

Newsom declares Calif. State of Emergency ahead of potentially historic El Niño

News

Firefighting helicopter crashes near Yosemite, killing both pilots

By REBECCA BOONE

National News

Paramount reportedly reaches deal to settle case challenging Warner buyout

AP via Scripps News Group

Scripps News Life

Interactive: The 60-day rule bank customers should know to protect their money

National News

CNN, MS NOW, Politico sue over denied White House access

Scripps News Group
California News

ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say

Associated Press

Bakersfield

Kern County Vintage Flea Market caps prices at $20

Jose Luis Verduzco

National News

Uncrustables is a $1 billion brand. Now everyone wants in

Jordan Valinsky, CNN

News

Parents awarded $40M after Uber found liable in fatal highway crash

HANNAH FINGERHUT, Associated Press

Bakersfield

Bakersfield diesel prices top $8, hitting businesses and shoppers

Jose Luis Verduzco

Bakersfield

Newsom explores AI 'kill switch' amid safety concerns

Jose Luis Verduzco
Bakersfield

Elderly woman rescued from East Bakersfield house fire has died

Lindsey Belsky

Bakersfield

Duarte man arrested for meeting Bakersfield teen online

Angela Nguyen

Local News

EXCLUSIVE: Family reunites after missing girls found alive

Ashley Holden

Bakersfield

La Vie Bohème fundraiser comes to downtown Bakersfield

Mike Hart

Bakersfield

Hundreds gather at Bakersfield Country Club to support Phillip Campas Foundation

Sam Hoyle

Bakersfield

Kern County advocates say human trafficking warning signs are often missed

Lindsey Belsky
Bakersfield

New Trump rule threatens green card path for Kern County immigrants

Angela Nguyen

National News

Interactive: The housing market is shifting. What it means for American Buyers.

Bakersfield

Hit-and-run driver sought after elote vendor struck on Niles Street

Jose Luis Verduzco

National News

Retailers put new purchase limits on motor oil as supply crunch continues

Scripps News Group

Arvin / Lamont

Arvin city council candidates outline priorities for the city's future

Karla Sosa

Bakersfield

Bakersfield Ward 3 candidates share their vision for the community

Angela Nguyen
Bakersfield

Kern County pursues $2M FAA grant for Meadows Field

Sam Hoyle

National News

NTSB begins investigation into fatal news helicopter crash in California

Scripps News Group

Bakersfield

RangeFest 2026 brings shooting sports and safety focus to Bakersfield

Mike Hart

News

Well-preserved tooth from Pacific mastodon found in creek in Bay Area

JAMIE STENGLE, Associated Press

Delano / McFarland

Maya Cinemas to remain open in Delano

23ABC Digital Team

The Price of Data

How much water do data centers use? Here's what we learned from public records.

Scripps News Group
Bakersfield

Mariachi San Marcos carries on a family's musical legacy in Bakersfield

Karla Sosa

News

3 killed when news helicopter crashes while covering LA bus collision

Associated Press

Bakersfield

Bakersfield College kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with celebration

23ABC News Staff

Rescued Chihuahua Lily is looking for her forever home

Bakersfield shelter system lacks space for the homeless

What’s new at the Kern County Fair? Here’s your first look

Pepper the Malinois mix is ready for adoption at Marley's Mutts

Previously banned media outlets regain White House access

More than 100 riders allege brain injuries from Six Flags roller coaster

Hydrochloric acid leak in East Bakersfield prompts brief shelter-in-place order

National News

Texas Rangers say Camp Mystic adults disregarded risks to campers during flood

New report alleges ICE has wasted millions on unused detention facilities

USPS holiday mailing deadlines: When to send packages to arrive by Christmas

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison for 2006 sex crime in New York

Police warn against kratom after deaths of 2 Ole Miss students

SCOTUS won’t intervene in custody dispute between CA couple and surrogate

Give A Book Donation Page

One ingredient, multiple meals: Versatile foods that stretch your grocery budget

Taft works to fill vacant storefronts

City of Delano gives youth a seat at the table

Kern County Fair vendors and students prep for opening night

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is reportedly weighing a possible presidential run

CDPH notifies public of possible measles exposure related to train, bus rider

USPS law enforcement arm increases security guards at facilities across US

$15K reward offered for information on shooter in 2023 Bakersfield murder

Taylor Swift announces new song 'Patient Zero,' her first since tying the knot

Apple Siri settlement: Claims now open for up to $95 in cash

Delano Hig honors former teacher with auditorium renaming on his 90th birthday

Houchin Community Blood Bank urging donors to give platelets as supplies run low

A Lifetime of Service: David Vivas continues giving back to Delano

Trump admin cancels Obamacare coverage for 760,000, citing improper signups

Republican support for Trump’s handling of war in Iran shows cracks in new poll

Trump claims Iran is waiting until after midterm elections to strike deal

California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops

Hayden Panettiere died from an overdose involving fentanyl. She had just gone to rehab, coroner says

Mission Canceled: 54th flight grounded due to 'towing' issue

Workers should brace for biggest health insurance cost jump in decades

Adventist Health hosts 13th annual VIPink event Oct. 1

New California law drives a surge in Kern County oil drilling permits

Bakersfield Ward 3 candidates address spending, public safety

Fresno Diocese retiree fears retirement benefits are at risk

Newsom declares Calif. State of Emergency ahead of potentially historic El Niño

Firefighting helicopter crashes near Yosemite, killing both pilots

Paramount reportedly reaches deal to settle case challenging Warner buyout

Interactive: The 60-day rule bank customers should know to protect their money

CNN, MS NOW, Politico sue over denied White House access

ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say

Kern County Vintage Flea Market caps prices at $20

Uncrustables is a $1 billion brand. Now everyone wants in

Parents awarded $40M after Uber found liable in fatal highway crash

Bakersfield diesel prices top $8, hitting businesses and shoppers

Newsom explores AI 'kill switch' amid safety concerns

Elderly woman rescued from East Bakersfield house fire has died

Duarte man arrested for meeting Bakersfield teen online

EXCLUSIVE: Family reunites after missing girls found alive

La Vie Bohème fundraiser comes to downtown Bakersfield

Hundreds gather at Bakersfield Country Club to support Phillip Campas Foundation

Kern County advocates say human trafficking warning signs are often missed

New Trump rule threatens green card path for Kern County immigrants

Interactive: The housing market is shifting. What it means for American Buyers.

Hit-and-run driver sought after elote vendor struck on Niles Street

Retailers put new purchase limits on motor oil as supply crunch continues

Arvin city council candidates outline priorities for the city's future

Bakersfield Ward 3 candidates share their vision for the community

Kern County pursues $2M FAA grant for Meadows Field

NTSB begins investigation into fatal news helicopter crash in California

RangeFest 2026 brings shooting sports and safety focus to Bakersfield

Well-preserved tooth from Pacific mastodon found in creek in Bay Area

Maya Cinemas to remain open in Delano

How much water do data centers use? Here's what we learned from public records.

Mariachi San Marcos carries on a family's musical legacy in Bakersfield

3 killed when news helicopter crashes while covering LA bus collision

Bakersfield College kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with celebration

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