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Chris Parlier Retired Law Enforcement and Former Bakersfield City Councilman Announces Campaign for District 2
Chris Parlier Retired Law Enforcement and Former Bakersfield City Councilman Announces Campaign for District 2. BAKERSFIELD—Today, August 7th, Chris Parlier a retired Law Enforcement Officer with the Department of Justice and former City Councilman, officially announced his candidacy for Kern County Second Supervisorial District. “I am excited today to...
Kern County DA charges two in connection to 2023 Mojave mass shooting, one sought
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County District Attorney’s announced charges were filed against two people who were allegedly involved in the Mojave mass shooting in 2023, with one person arrested and another sought. The DA’s office said on July 31, 2024, the Kern County District Attorney’s Office...
Borel Fire: Kern County blaze grows to 59,340 acres, 68% contained; evacuations in effect Monday
The Borel Fire in remote Kern County has burned over 59,340 acres as of Monday since July 24. It started on July 24 after a vehicle veered off the side of Highway 178 in the canyon and started a fire. The driver of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the California Highway Patrol. ...
KCSO seeks help finding 72-year-old man, missing since July 21
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in finding a missing 72-year-old man, who was last seen on July 21. KCSO said Steven Ray Rennie last known location was Reyes Creek, along Lockwood Valley Road and Ozena Camp Ground Road on July 21, 2024.
Community meeting updates residents on Borel Fire
LAKE ISABELLA, Calif. (KGET) — The Borel Fire left its mark on the Kern County mountains caught in its path. A massive burn scar serves as a reminder of the destruction, and the impact to those who lost everything, including Jerry Harter. “I can’t explain. I don’t know what...
Borel, Bella fire evacuation center closes: American Red Cross
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The American Red Cross said on Monday afternoon that in a partnership with Kern County, the emergency shelter at the Tehachapi Education Center is closing as of Monday, August 5. They said all Borel and Bella fire evacuees staying at the shelter were able to...
Earthquake Felt In Southern California, Including Los Angeles
Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. Southern California was jolted Tuesday evening as an earthquake shook the Los Angeles area, and dozens of aftershocks followed. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the main earthquake was a...
Borel Fire Local Assistance Center Activation
Beginning Saturday, August 10, through Tuesday, August 13, a Local Assistance Center (LAC) will open for those affected by the Borel Fire. If you’ve been affected, please contact the live operators at the call center to share your needs and concerns. Lake Isabella Senior Center, 6401 Lake Isabella Blvd.,...
KCSO seek community’s help in locating missing man last seen near Reyes Creek
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help in locating a missing man who was last seen near a Pine Mountain Club campground. Steven Ray Rennie’s, 72, was last seen in Reyes Creek on July 21. The creek is located along Lockwood Valley Road and Ozena Camp Ground […]
County declares health emergency due to Borel Fire, warns of possible dangers in burnt homes
As some residents return to sift through the ashes of their homes destroyed by the Borel Fire, Kern County officials declared and ratified a local emergency as evacuation orders are slowly being lifted.
US Department of Agriculture holds a community meeting concerning the Borel Fire
The Borel Fire has reached close to two weeks of coverage. The USDA holds a community meeting in Lake Isabella informing the community with updates from the fire and answering questions about it.
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