The Kern County Fire Department told 23ABC the fire has claimed 16 structures eight of those are residences. The extent of the damage is still to be determined.
The Kern County District Attorney's Office announced it found "no criminal" violation by Kern County Fair Board members after allegations of potential misconduct from a state audit last year.
Your trip to a local park in the future may look a little different thanks to millions of dollars the Bakersfield city council approved in revitalizations.
With a rise in covid-19 cases, especially the delta variant, for more protection against the virus booster shots are expected recommended officially soon.