Bakersfield’s sizzling summer heat wave will continue for a few more days, and there appears to be no relief in sight with temperatures expected to hit the triple digits through next weekend. The National Weather Service’s Hanford office is forecasting highs of 105 degrees here in Bakersfield on Sunday, and temps topping 100 degrees each…… Continue Reading
The Kern County Sheriff’s Department released photos of a man suspected of robbing the Chase Bank in Olidale on July 14. Deputies said the man is considered armed and dangerous. He is described as dark complected white male or Indian male, 35-40 years old, approximately 6-feet tall with a medium build. The suspect had a full…… Continue Reading
Disney’s annual D23 Expo is the ultimate for die-hard fans of the entertainment company, and fans weren’t disappointed Friday when they got a sneak peek of the new Stars Wars Land currently under construction at Disneyland. The Star Wars-themed attraction is expected to open in 2019, but Friday offered the first major look at what…… Continue Reading
When the Uricchio family decided it wanted to open a restaurant in Bakersfield in 1995 they were warned about opening a restaurant downtown, especially one that served dinner. The lure, however, of a corner building in a historic property was too much for the Uricchio family. “(My father’s) vision was to ‘let’s find a place…… Continue Reading
During the July 13 episode of “The Richard Beene Show,” Richard Beene and Cal State University Bakersfield political science professor Dr. Jeanine Kraybill discussed a recent Pew Research Center finding that a majority of those identifying as Republicans say colleges and universities have a negative effect on the way the country is moving forward. From…… Continue Reading
Bakersfield Police Department Chief Lyle Martin ordered an internal investigation of an alleged beating of a 19-year-old girl by an officer, but the move covers after the local NAACP released a video of the allegations that went viral. In a two-paragraph news release, the police department said that Martin would have internal investigation matter. Tatyana…… Continue Reading
The annual State of the City luncheon brought together a full house Wednesday to hear how Bakersfield’s is progressing, and all signs point to a city that is focused on transportation improvements. The annual luncheon, sponsored by the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce, featured Mayor Karen Goh and City Manager Alan Tandy providing the two…… Continue Reading
During the July 11 episode of “First Look with Scott Cox,” host Scott Cox said that Congress’ recent approval of naming Bakersfield’s downtown post office after the late Merle Haggard was a “no brainer” that both parties understood. “How do you not do that?” Cox said. “You don’t do that and you’re out. We will…… Continue Reading
The off-microphone chattering was already well under way Tuesday between Scott Cox and Michael Hopper, who host “First Look with Scott Cox,” and it all centered around a sandwich. The question was a simple one: where can one find a great Reuben sandwich in Bakersfield? While Scott Cox said he was not a huge fan…… Continue Reading
The Kern County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the death of a man whose body was found in a field after a grass fire at Cottonwood and Pacheco roads on July 2. Deputies said the man has not been identified and they are still awaiting a report on the cause and manner of his death.… Continue Reading
The Ralph Bailey Show welcomes Congressman Vince Fong to the show as they discuss the Congress’s decision to vote in Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill & the Congressman give his thoughts on Russia’s recent attacks on Ukraine. KERN Radio · Congressman Fong Talks Big Beautiful Bill & Ukraine
Stephanie Pierce & Erving Loya of “Hey There Delilah”, a local non-profit, stop by The Ralph Bailey Show to pump up their inaugural Golf Classic at Bakersfield Country Club, where they will raise money to aid families who are being affected by cancer. Teams & donations are still available.Go to https://www.heytheredelilah.org/ for more information. KERN…
The Ralph Bailey Show welcomes Entertainment Reporter for KGET 17 RIck Bentley & his special guest Erik Nelson from the Officer David Nelson Memorial Scholarship as they explain how the scholarship & the upcoming Luke Bryan concert became connected. KERN Radio · Rick Bentley & Erik Nelson Talk 'Officer David Nelson Memorial Scholarship'
Congressman David Valadao joined The j.R. Show to discuss medicaid and medicare cuts, energy and how it all affects the Central Valley. KERN Radio · Congressman David Valadao Discusses Possible Vote On Big Beautiful Bill
Local attorney Clayton Campbell joins Ralph as they discuss what will come from the Supreme Court’s debate over President Trump’s push to end birthright citizenship, & Clayton makes a bold prediction on who he believes will vote against the President’s pleas. KERN Radio · Clayton Campbell Explains SCOTUS Birthright Debate