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Sun Power stops offering lease and finance options to new customers
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — On July 18, Sun Power, one of the top solar panel companies announced they would no longer offer services to new customers. Joe Holstein, the president of Quality Home Services has been working with Sun Power for nearly 15 years. He told Eyewitness News it was unexpected.
Pitch perfect: Sam Lynn Ballpark swings into renovation mode
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/FOX58) — The Sam Lynn Ballpark has been a historical staple in Bakersfield since the 1940s, after decades of games and crowds filling up the seats, it was time for renovations. Last week, the Board of Supervisors approved plans, specs, and notice to contractors, as well as...
Construction set to begin on 16-unit senior housing project
City officials will join a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday for a 16-unit senior housing project on 4th Street next to the Bakersfield Senior Center. Developed by the Housing Authority of the County of Kern and its nonprofit affiliate Golden Empire Affordable Housing Inc. II, units at the 4th Street Senior Apartments will have vinyl plank flooring, a refrigerator, a stove, a dishwasher and a microwave. Residents will share an on-site laundry room and dog run.
Evacuation order and warnings issued for Borel Fire, closes Highway 178
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — UPDATE (JULY 25): Evacuation WARNINGS has also been issued for zones, KRN-403-B, KERN-736, KRN 737, KRN-738. UPDATE (4:15 P.M.): An evacuation ORDER has been issued for Zone KRN-403-A. This area covers:. Breckenridge. NORTH OF Forest Route 28S07. SOUTH OF Highway 178. EAST OF Breckenridge Road,...
Town Hall: Bakersfield's Dangerous Streets
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Year after year, the number of pedestrians deaths plague our county. We're speaking with panelists from Chain | Cohn | Clark Law Firm, the Bakersfield Police Department and Blue Zone Project on the impact these tragedies have on our community. It’s Your Voice. Your Future...
Popular Treat Being Recalled Over ‘Undeclared’ Ingredient
If you are a fan of Costco, and you enjoy some of their 'healthier' snacks, you might want to check your labels as there is a 13-state recall for two types of energy bars. Here's what you need to know about the recall. The recall centers around two baked items...
Joby Aviation takes 523-mile hydrogen-electric flight above Monterey County
MARINA – In June, Joby Aviation successfully completed a 523-mile flight above Marina of its first-of-its-kind hydrogen-electric technology demonstrator aircraft, and in July, California became the first state to officially launch a Hydrogen Hub, with both developments having a stake in furthering the state’s goal of cutting pollution and expanding clean energy.
Officials battle 'highly aggressive' red imported fire ant infestation in Southern California
Agricultural officials in Southern California are battling an active infestation of red imported fire ants that are "highly aggressive in nature," and pose a risk to California's agricultural economy. The infestation occurred at a private property in Montecito, in Santa Barbara County, according to a recent press release from the Santa Barbara County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office. Located over 90 miles north of Los Angeles, Montecito is best known as a celebrity enclave with Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle among the town's residents. Officials did not name the owners of the private property.
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