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Delano launches new youth council to empower students
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- Delano launches new youth council to empower students
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Delano introduces a youth council to provide high school students direct involvement in local government, helping them share ideas and concerns with City Hall.
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- Kern County Fair 2026 Opening Night Preparations Underway
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
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- Vendors, students, and game operators in Kern County are gearing up for the opening night of the 2026 Kern County Fair. The event opens Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.
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- 23ABC Evening Weather Update: Warmup Followed by Cooling in Kern County
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Expect moderate air quality with hazy skies and calm winds through the day Wednesday. Thursday's forecast calls for highs reaching 98°F, with the possibility of some triple-digit readings.
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- Delano High School Honors Gary Girard on 90th Birthday
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Delano High School honored former teacher Gary Girard on his 90th birthday by renaming its auditorium after him.
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- Houchin Blood Bank Needs More Platelet Donors
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- 2:38
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Houchin Community Blood Bank says its platelet supply is running low and urges more people to donate.
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- Pastor David Vivas: A Lifetime of Service to Delano
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- 2:40
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Pastor David Vivas reflects on a lifetime of serving Delano through community advocacy, faith and support for local families.
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- Honor Flight 54 to DC Canceled by Equipment Failure
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Veterans and guardians will have first priority on booking for the next Honor Flight in April 2027.
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- Honor Flight 54 Grounded at Meadows Field Due to Mechanical Issue
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Honor Flight 54, carrying 148 people, including 80 veterans from Kern County, was grounded at Meadows Field due to a mechanical issue, resulting in the cancellation of their trip to the nation's capital.
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- 13th Annual VIPink Garden Tea Party to Honor Breast Cancer Survivors in Bakersfield
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Adventist Health's AIS Cancer Center hosts the 13th annual VIPink event on October 1st, a garden tea party celebrating breast cancer survivors in Bakersfield. The free event features a survivor fashion show and promotes early detection through screening.
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- New California law fuels surge in Kern County oil drilling permits
- Runtime
- 2:45
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- A new California law is driving a surge in oil drilling permits in Kern County. Industry leaders say it could mean more jobs and investment for the region, though state regulators caution that permits don't guarantee new wells will be drilled.
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- Bakersfield Ward 3 candidates outline plans for spending and public safety
- Runtime
- 1:39
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Two candidates for Bakersfield's Ward 3 council seat share their views on city spending and public safety issues ahead of November's election.
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- Former Fresno Diocese Teacher Feels Betrayed as Retirement Fund Concerns Grow
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- A former teacher under the Fresno Diocese says she feels betrayed as concerns grow over the retirement fund affecting current and former employees. The Diocese has said the issues stem from the plan's provider, not the Diocese itself.
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- 23ABC Evening Weather Update: Warm-Up Ahead Before Weekend Cool-Down
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- The latest weather update from Bakersfield, California, shows comfortable temperatures to start the week before a significant warm-up midweek, with some relief expected by the weekend.
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- Kern County Vintage Flea Market caps prices at $20 in Bakersfield
- Runtime
- 2:09
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
- Description
- The third annual Kern County Vintage Flea Market in Bakersfield caps all prices at $20, giving shoppers affordable options while helping vendors clear inventory and celebrate the market's anniversary.
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- Bakersfield Diesel Prices Soar Above $8, Impacting Businesses and Shoppers
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- 2:44
- Date posted
- 30 days ago
- Description
- Diesel prices in Bakersfield have risen over 60% in the past year, surpassing $8 per gallon and affecting local businesses and shoppers alike.
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- Gov. Newsom weighs AI kill switch to address safety concerns
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Governor Gavin Newsom is directing experts to explore an emergency kill switch for some of the more advanced AI models amid growing safety questions.
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- 23ABC Evening Weather Update for Kern County - Sept 18, 2026
- Runtime
- 2:32
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- 23ABC brings you the latest evening weather update for Kern County, California, with a cool start and warming temperatures through the weekend and early next week.
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- Elderly woman rescued from Bakersfield house fire dies at hospital
- Runtime
- 2:08
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Neighbors alerted firefighters to a woman trapped inside a burning East Bakersfield home on September 17. She was rescued but died the following day at Kern Medical.
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- Duarte man arrested for allegedly meeting Bakersfield teen via Monkey app
- Runtime
- 1:49
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- A Duarte man was arrested after allegedly arranging to meet a 16-year-old Bakersfield teen through the Monkey app. Local advocates urge parents to use online safety controls and communicate with their children.
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- La Vie Bohème Met Gala-Style Fundraiser in Bakersfield
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Experience La Vie Bohème, a Met Gala black tie style fundraiser celebrating fashion, art, and self-expression in downtown Bakersfield this Saturday night — with all proceeds benefiting Art Heist.
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- Human trafficking warning signs hiding in plain sight | Kern County
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Local advocates in Kern County explain how human trafficking warning signs can be subtle and easily missed.
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- New Trump admin rule threatens Kern County immigrant green cards
- Runtime
- 2:11
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- A new Trump administration public charge policy could prevent thousands of Kern County immigrants from obtaining green cards if they are deemed likely to rely on government assistance.
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- Community Supports Philip Campas Foundation at Bakersfield Country Club
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Hundreds gathered at Bakersfield Country Club to support the Philip Campas Foundation during their annual golf tournament fundraiser. The foundation aids veterans, law enforcement, first responders, and their families facing hardships.
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- 23ABC Evening weather update September 17, 2026
- Runtime
- 2:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Latest Kern County, California and US and world news from 23ABC in Bakersfield, Calif.
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- 23ABC Evening Weather Update for Kern County - Sept 17, 2026
- Runtime
- 2:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Get the latest evening weather update for Kern County, California, from 23ABC News in Bakersfield.
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- Hit-and-run driver sought after elote vendor struck on Niles Street
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- A Bakersfield elote vendor was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash on Niles Street, with authorities searching for the driver who fled the scene. The victim remains hospitalized after surgery, and her family seeks justice.
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- Arvin City Council Candidates Discuss Economic Growth Plans
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Two of six Arvin city council candidates outline their goals for economic development and the future of their community if elected.
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- Bakersfield Ward 3 Candidates Discuss Community Visions Ahead of Election
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Two Bakersfield Ward 3 candidates share their vision for making the community a better and safer place ahead of the city council election in November.
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- Kern County Seeks $2 Million FAA Grant for Meadows Field Master Plan
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- 2:11
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Kern County is applying for a $2 million grant from the FAA to develop a master plan supporting future expansion and modernization of Meadows Field Airport.
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- Kern County Weather: Cooler Temps Through Friday
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Kern County will see cooler temperatures through Friday before a gradual warm-up into the weekend.
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- RangeFest 2026 Brings Firearms, Safety and Training to Kern County
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- RangeFest 2026 brings gun manufacturers and shooting demonstrations to Five Dogs Range in Kern County, with organizers emphasizing firearm safety and training.
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- Mariachi San Marcos: Bakersfield's Storied Mariachi Legacy
- Runtime
- 2:52
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Discover the journey of Mariachi San Marcos, a Bakersfield family mariachi group with roots from Mexico, sharing their rich heritage across Kern County.
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- Bakersfield College Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Bakersfield College kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with a keynote from Arvin Mayor Olivia Calderon, live music and free food.
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- Bakersfield College Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Music and Food
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Bakersfield College launches Hispanic Heritage Month with a keynote address, live music, and free food for the community.
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- Supreme Court Blocks USPS Ballot Mail Rules Ahead of 2026 Elections
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- The Supreme Court has blocked new USPS postal requirements that would have affected mail-in ballots for the 2026 elections, keeping the current vote-by-mail process intact nationwide for now. About 9 out of 10 Kern County voters who cast a ballot in the June primary used a mail-in ballot.
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- Bakersfield businesses adapt after Uricchio's closure
- Runtime
- 1:50
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Downtown Bakersfield businesses are adjusting their finances and strategies after the closure of Uricchio's. Local resources and workshops are available to help keep shops open and thriving.
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- Diocese of Fresno Freezes Retirement Accounts, Retirees Concerned
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Retirement accounts for current and former employees of the Diocese of Fresno were frozen in June, creating uncertainty about future payments. The Diocese says the freeze was caused by the retirement plan provider, not its bankruptcy proceedings, and is working with attorneys and the court to find alternatives.
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- Kern County Weather: Cooler Conditions Return This Week
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Cooler conditions return to Kern County, with Bakersfield reaching 89 degrees Wednesday before temperatures fall into the 80s.
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- Goodwill Opens Largest Bakersfield Store in Former Rite Aid
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Goodwill officially opened its largest Bakersfield store at Rosedale and Allen in Northwest Bakersfield, expanding to 17,000 square feet and adding about a dozen full-time positions.
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- Goodwill Opens Largest Bakersfield Store in Former Rite Aid
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Goodwill opened its largest Bakersfield store in a former Rite Aid, expanding its space and adding about a dozen full-time positions.
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- 23ABC Evening Weather Forecast for Kern County - Sept 14, 2026
- Runtime
- 2:31
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Stay updated with the latest evening weather forecast for Kern County, California, including temperature trends and air quality from 23ABC Bakersfield.
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- Arvin's New Police Chief Outlines Vision for Department's Future
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- 2:44
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Cecilio Velasco starts as Arvin's new police chief, discussing priorities like officer retention and community safety.
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- Man arrested after deadly stabbing at Bakersfield Target parking lot
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- A 20-year-old man was fatally stabbed in an altercation at a Bakersfield Target parking lot. Brett O' Leary, 33, was arrested on allegations of first-degree murder following the incident on September 11.
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- Cal State Bakersfield Opens Expanded Free Food Pantry, The Nest
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Cal State Bakersfield has opened The Nest, a free, expanded food pantry offering groceries and support services to fight student hunger on campus.
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- Bakersfield Ward 4 Council Race: Smith vs. Crowl
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Incumbent Bob Smith faces challenger Ryan Crowl in the race for Bakersfield's Ward 4 city council seat.
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- BBB Warns of Gold Bar Scam Targeting Seniors
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Better Business Bureau warns seniors about a gold bar scam that has caused major financial losses.
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- Local Groups Help Immigrants Released From ICE in Bakersfield
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Local organizations are helping immigrants released from ICE custody in Bakersfield who may lack money, phones or transportation.
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- 13th Annual Move With MADD Event Highlights DUI Awareness in Kern County
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Mothers Against Drunk Driving hosts its 13th annual Move With MADD event at the Park at Riverwalk in Kern County to raise awareness about DUI crashes. Local law firms and law enforcement highlight the ongoing impaired driving challenges and encourage community prevention efforts.
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- Bakersfield Forecast: Highs in the 80s and 90s This Week
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- 2:31
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Bakersfield's seven-day forecast calls for highs in the 90s after Monday's cooler high of 86 degrees.
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- Two Arvin High School Staff Members Win 2026 Yale Educator Award
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- 2:35
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Two staff members from Arvin High School have made history by receiving the 2026 Yale Educator Award, recognizing their outstanding impact on students. This marks the first time Arvin High has earned this prestigious honor.
