Man faces 45 years to life for shooting into home with minor outside: DA
A Kern County jury has convicted a man of multiple felonies for shooting into a home in south Bakersfield while a minor stood ...
California fails the ‘nation state’ test
A ballot initiative asking Californians if they would like to secede from the United States was cleared to gather signatures ...
This family of Black California pioneers shaped one of California’s most historic parks
It is a story of grit and determination, set in the El Dorado Hills.  Back in 1848, what is described as a “flurry of humanity” took over the Coloma valley, because of gold.
Ariel Roblin: Diversity in the workplace creates a better culture for all
These past few weeks, the discussion surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion programs has intensified and been challenged.
Central California cities are pursuing sanctuary policies. Here’s what that means
Technically, local jurisdictions in California that don’t have sanctuary ordinances are still subject to the state’s ...
Grand Prix of Long Beach had nearly $100 million in regional economic output in 2024, officials say
Of the $98.7 million the Grand Prix generated for the region in 2024, $58 million came from visitor and operational ...
Motorist dead after suffering medical incident along Highway 58: CHP
A driver is dead after he suffered an unspecified medical incident while traveling along a highway east of Bakersfield, ...
Report: California violent crime, shoplifting, car theft up significantly from 2019
The Public Policy Institute of California’s analysis of 2023 crime statistics show that most crime categories are up ...
Newsom wants to speed up a delayed rule to make California homes more fire resistant
California Gov. Gavin Newsom will order state officials to advance implementation of a state rule aiming to make homes more ...
Los Angeles Angels sign 3B Yoán Moncada to a 1-year deal for $5 million, AP source says
The Los Angeles Angels are signing third baseman Yoán Moncada to a $5 million, one-year contract for the upcoming season.
Citrus thefts rise in Kern County; suspect caught with truckload of alleged stolen oranges
The Kern County Sheriff's Office has reported an increase in citrus thefts throughout the county over recent months. In January, detectives from the Kern County ...
LA fires: SoCal Edison says equipment likely caused Hurst Fire
New regulatory filing shows power line surges, problems during high winds, including at a transmission tower near start of Hurst blaze in LA County.