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In Your Wildest Dreams consignment under new ownership, re-grand opening at 2nd Saturday
Bakersfield, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A local business in downtown Bakersfield is under new ownership. In Your Wildest Dreams consignment & antiques will be celebrating the passing of the torch at Second Saturday. On July 13, a re-grand opening ceremony will be held at 9: A.M. at the store, complete...
BPD search for missing 14-year-old boy last seen in northwest Bakersfield
Bakersfield, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for help locating a missing 14-year-old. Tyler Najarian was last seen around 8:46 p.m. on July 6, 2024 in the 8600 block of Winlock Street. Najarian is considered at-risk. He's described as being:. 5'5" 145 pounds. Black curly hair.
Remembrance Vigil for Delano Victims of Crime on July 25
Remembrance Vigil for Delano Victims of Crime on July 25. A Remembrance Vigil for Victims of Crime of Delano is set for Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM. This will be held at the Jefferson Community Center, 436 Jefferson St in Delano. Family and friends of victims of crime...
Bakersfield project cuts down trees but plans replanting for shade and safety
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/FOX58) — Kelsey Nickell has been the manager at Dagny’s Coffee Co. for a little over a year. Located on the corner of 20th and Eye Street is where several businesses have become a hangout hotspot, but it has also become a spot where a lot of homeless people look for shade during the summer heat.
Cool marine air brings brief relief to Los Angeles
Swirling breezes helped push a layer of cool ocean air across much of Southern California on Saturday, providing a slight rest from a blistering heat wave that has created treacherous fire conditions across the state. Swirling winds helped push a layer of cool marine air across much of Southern California...
Californian Shocked by How Texans Act at Waterpark
How about non-weather related post. Last month , a TikTok video has gone viral of a California woman and she was shocked how Texans act at the Waterpark. She comes from California and could not believe that Texans just leave their belongings unattended while they enjoy the Waterpark. Nobody rummages or steals anything and goes about their day. She ends the video with "...and that is why we moved to Texas!" Welcome to Texas, psychollly! The comments are fantastic.
Alarming rate of drownings in Stanislaus County to start summer
STANISLAUS COUNTY, Calif. — The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office has seen more than half the number drownings they usually see throughout the season. And the summer months have barely started. The most recent death happened at Modesto Reservoir on July 6. Deputies got a call about a man in...
Record-setting post-July Fourth travel leaves a mark on LAX
The promise of blistering heat, beautiful beaches and some delicious food was too enticing for people across the country to turn down for the Fourth of July weekend, as travel into Southern California in recent days was about as busy as it’s ever been. Late last month, AAA predicted that nearly 71 million Americans would […]
Defenders of Del Puerto Canyon Stand Firm
Christopher Quock has a Master’s Degree in Entomology from San Francisco State University. His job history there includes work in research and as a teaching assistant. He’s a volunteer defender of Del Puerto Canyon, where a remarkable variety of wildlife and geologic history come together in a natural classroom and science lab. ed.
Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace Venue In California Is For Sale
The beloved Bakersfield, California live music venue, Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace, has been put up for sale after nearly 30 years of operation. The space was designed by the iconic Country Music Hall of Famer, and it has been listed for sale by the Buck Owens Foundation, which has overseen the operation of the venue since Owens’ death in 2006. “A combination of this business climate and the wishes of the Owens family members to step back from the responsibilities of management requires finding new owners to utilize this beautiful venue,” the foundation wrote on Facebook. “We know Buck would want us to thank the people of Bakersfield and fans from around the world for all of their support over the past 28 years. If you have tickets to any upcoming Crystal Palace concert, all events are continuing as planned.” (Desert Sun)
Santa Barbara ‘Lake Fire’ Prompts Evacuation Warnings, Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch Threatened
Southern California firefighters are trying to get a grip on raging wildfires, with the fast-moving Lake Fire near Santa Barbara exploding to more than 16,000 acres with zero percent containment early on Sunday.French Elections: Left Wing Bloc Triumphs In Knife Edge Parliamentary Elections; Far Right National Rally Comes Third - Exit Polls Evacuation orders have been issued to residents near the fire, which is threatening homes, including Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch, officials said. The Lake Fire charred more than 300 acres of land in the Los Padres National Forest in its first few hours. The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office has issued...
News reporter sues government over sideshow laws in a California county
(FOX40.COM) — The rise of illegal sideshows in California prompted several government and law enforcement agencies to up the ante on penalties – but a recent lawsuit accuses some of the new laws of being a violation of constitutional rights.• Video Above: California law enforcement seeks to crack down on sideshows Several areas from San […]
Blu Travels Through The "Wild Wild West" On Evidence-Produced New Single: Stream
Blu talks about his perspective on California crime over a gorgeous and tender Evidence production: a true recipe for greatness. Blu is easily one of the most legendary and prolific underground rappers over the past twenty years or so; did you really think he'd let up? Moreover, the Los Angeles MC recently dropped the Evidence-produced single "Wild Wild West," which is only available via its YouTube music video at press time (though it might appear on streaming services soon, so check your preferred DSP). Just a couple of weeks ago, he dropped another Evidence collab titled "Lost Angel," so hopefully this means we have a full team-up project on the way.
Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson secures $5M for expansion of Basic Income Pilot Program for Seniors
As the Chair of the Budget Subcommittee on Human Services, Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson announced the allocation of $5 million to expand California’s Basic Income Pilot Program to cover seniors. Across the state, a number of guaranteed income pilot projects have been launched to give money directly to underserved...
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