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Burglary suspects end up being rescued out of Kern River

Burglary suspects end up being rescued out of Kern River

A pair of burglary suspects had to be rescued from the Kern River by the person who they were allegedly trying to steal from on Monday morning. The Bakersfield Police Department said that Ronald Valdovinos, 30, and Shellena Bonales, 34, were attempting to break into a vehicle on Highway 178 at 11:52 a.m. on Monday.…Continue Reading

10 Photos We Love From Bakersfield’s Weekend, July 21-23

Just some of the great photos that were shared from this past weekend from around Bakersfield. Little dog named Jack recovering after Bakersfield firefighters rescue him from a burning building and bring him back to life. (PHOTO: BAKERSFIELD FIRE DEPT / FACEBOOK) #firefighter #firstresponder #dogs A post shared by ABC News (@abcnews) on Jul 22,…Continue Reading

One man missing, another rescued in Kern River near Hart Park

One man missing, another rescued in Kern River near Hart Park

The Kern County Sheriff’s Department’s Search and Rescue rescued a man out of the Kern River near Hart Park in Bakersfield on Sunday afternoon, but they are still searching for a 21-year-old man who went missing in the swift-running river. Officials said they were called at 2 p.m. to the park, along with the Kern…Continue Reading

One man dead, another wounded in Bakersfield shooting

One man dead, another wounded in Bakersfield shooting

Kern County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating the shooting of two men, one who later died, early Sunday morning in the 700 block of Knotts Street in Bakersfield. Deputies said they arrived at 1:33 a.m. and found two men suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Both men were taken to Kern Medical, where one man died from…Continue Reading

Dr. Raj Patel on the importance of annual physicals

Dr. Raj Patel on the importance of annual physicals

During his weekly segment on “The Richard Beene Show,” Dr. Raj Patel stressed the importance of annual physicals. “Overall, annual physical examinations are very beneficial,” said Patel, who also acknowledged there was a debate within the medical community about the benefits of these annual events. “Overall it’s beneficial because it establishes a rapport with your…Continue Reading

One body recovered, another missing on Kern River

One body recovered, another missing on Kern River

Saturday proved to be one of the most challenging days for Kern County Sheriff’s Department Search and Rescue with the discovery of one body on the Kern River, and an ongoing search for another man pulled under the water. Officials said they recovered a body of a man at 9:58 a.m. near the Sandy Flat…Continue Reading

There’s plenty of work to be done for Bakersfield City Manager

There’s plenty of work to be done for Bakersfield City Manager

After 25 years of public service as Bakersfield’s City Manager Alan Tandy said he’s proud of many of the city’s quality of life improvements, and that he has no plan to retire from his job. During an interview on “The Richard Beene Show,” Tandy talked about the city’s effort to improve transportation, including connecting the…Continue Reading

Bakersfield woman reported missing after leaving BHS

Bakersfield woman reported missing after leaving BHS

The Bakersfield Police Department is searching for an 18-year-old woman who was last seen leaving Bakersfield High School on July 7. Police said Miriam Figueroa was seen leaving the school and that she is considered at risk. Figueroa is described as a: Hispanic female, 5-foot-1, 94 pounds, brown hair with blonde streaks, brown eyes, last seen…Continue Reading

Nine Inch Nails dominates Bakersfield social media

Nine Inch Nails took to the Rabobank Arena on Wednesday night and blew away the huge Bakersfield audience, who gladly shared the experience on social media, especially Instagram. We pulled together some of the best photos and videos from the concert. "Survivalism" #NineInchNails A post shared by Armaиdo Goиzalez (@_nin___) on Jul 20, 2017 at…Continue Reading

9 photos we love from Paso Robles’ Mid-State Fair

The California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles kicked off its two-week run on Wednesday, and thousands, including many from Kern County, flocked to the fairgrounds to attend opening day. The day was highlighted by a Lionel Richie concert, and here are some of the best photos from the day: A post shared by @angiecrystal on…Continue Reading

Latest Blogs

Nick Ragone Talks Rory’s Remarkable Masters Finish & His Latest Youtube Documentary

Nick Ragone Talks Rory’s Remarkable Masters Finish & His Latest Youtube Documentary

Ascension Charity Golf Classic Director & Golf Historian, Nick Ragone, joins The Ralph Bailey Show to talk all things Masters including Rory McIlroy’s unthinkable comeback to win his first green jacket, & Nick gives us a quick preview of his most recent documentary Youtube video “Baseball Goes To War”. KERN Radio · Nick Ragone Talks…

TRBS Talks With Former Dodger Matt Luke

TRBS Talks With Former Dodger Matt Luke

The Ralph Bailey show is joined by former 8th round draft pick & member of the 1996 Yankees World Series team Matt Luke about his career in the majors playing for New York, the Angels & Dodgers. KERN Radio · TRBS Talks With Former Dodger Matt Luke

Human Trafficking Survivor Odessa Perkins Tells Her ‘Remarkable’ Story

Human Trafficking Survivor Odessa Perkins Tells Her ‘Remarkable’ Story

TRBS sits down with KGET 17’s “Most Remarkable Woman” of 2025 & human trafficking survivor, Odessa Perkins to discuss her incredible story & what’s coming next for the author & Ridgeview High School Counselor. KERN Radio · Human Trafficking Survivor Odessa Perkins Tells Her 'Remarkable' Story

Chain Cohn Clark partner discusses DUI petition

Chain Cohn Clark partner discusses DUI petition

Matthew Clark, partner at Chain Coh Clark, discusses recent DUI and a petition their law firm has started to strengthen laws KERN Radio · MATT CLARK – DUI PETITION You can sign the petition here: https://chng.it/xbgh54rYBy

Sandy Steers Talks Jackie & Shadow

Sandy Steers Talks Jackie & Shadow

Executive Director of The Friends of Big Bear Valley, Sandy Steers joins TRBS to talk about America’s favorite bald eagle couple Jackie & Shadow. KERN Radio · Sandy Steers Talks Jackie & Shadow