The Bakersfield Californian

National First Responders Day: Honoring Kern County’s Search and Rescue K-9 Unit

As we celebrate First Responder Appreciation, we would like to shine a spotlight on some of Kern County’s most dedicated ...

Fresno County Fire secures $104M for new Cantua Creek station to boost regional safety

The Fresno County Fire Protection District announced that it has received funding to build a new fire station inCantua Creek.FCFPD and Intersect have announced ...

California City Fire Department may get interim fire chief

The California City Council is set to consider an agreement with Kern County on Tuesday to fill the role of interim fire ...

Fresno County gets new fire station, better fire protection

More areas in the Central Valley will be receiving enhanced fire protection and emergency response services due to a $104 ...

Kern County Public Health announces free flu shots Sunday

The Kern County Public Health Department announced a free flu clinic for Sunday. The clinic is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Kern ...