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Top stories of the day: a Bakersfield police officer is facing charges this morning for a crash that happened almost a year ago, that took a man's life. What the victim's family says about whether they think justice is being served. Assemblyman Vince Fong made headlines last week when the Secretary of State ruled he *cannot* run for the 20th congressional district race to replace Kevin McCarthy......

Top stories of the day: Senate negotiators -- back on capitol hill today trying to hash out an aid deal for Ukraine and Israel that also addresses our own border security. Why some say a deal is not likely to get done before the deadline. We are one week out from Christmas... and if you're struggling to find last minute teacher gifts... we'll have some ideas that our local educators would love. An...

Top stories of the day: Breaking ground on the new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. When it's expected to be finished, plus, how it's all part of a display of culture, solidarity, and honor for California's first people. Don't let scammers steal your merry, we'll tell you what to watch out for if you plan on putting gift cards under your tree this Christmas. It's a Bakersfield tradition that stretches...

Top stories of the day: Bakersfield city leaders pass new regulations they hope will help curb a crisis in our kennels. Dog overpopulation is leading to dire stress on our rescues and euthanization of healthy pets. The U.S. House of Representatives passes an impeachment inquiry resolution along party lines - with house republicans voting unanimously in favor. What comes next as we get ready to hea...

Top stories of the day: Online games and social media may seem like child's play, but to predators, they're hunting grounds where vulnerable children are a click away. A local mother shares her heartbreaking story... three years after her daughter's death. Police are searching this morning for a student who allegedly brought a gun to West High School yesterday. How the firearm was discovered and w...

Today's top stories: We are learning more about the third victim in that DUI crash at the Bakersfield Christmas Parade. We have an update on the investigation. Just days after saying he wouldn't run to replace Kevin McCarthy, Vince Fong is officially running for congress. What he's saying about his campaign... We are learning more about that massive contract between the Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani....

Today's top stories: Chaos at the Christmas parade... we are learning more this morning about the crash that injured three people along the route right as festivities were about to kick off in downtown Bakersfield. What we know about the victims' injuries and what police say about the suspected driver this morning. The fallout conitnues after Bakersfied congressman and former house speaker Kevin M...

Some of today's top stories: Less than a year after reaching the pinnacle of his career, congressman and former house speaker Kevin McCarthy says he's resigning, the prerecussions of that move and what it means for Bakersfield and his soon-to-be empty seat. Another firey showdown last night between four of the republican presidential candidates. We'll tell you what was said as our political analys...

Some of today's top stories: Talking trash with the Kern County supervisors... as local residents protest new garbage collection fees. The county's decision as they grapple with a costly new state mandate. President Biden weighs in on the latest controversy involving his predecessor and has some surprising comments on the thing that would make him less likely to seek his own second term. These pup...

Today's top stories: With the names and faces of hostages in their hands... Jewish community members, local leaders and more came together to pray for the kidnapped Israelis still in Hamas custody. The Wasco High Tigers are getting ready for a play they've never tried before, it's the first state championship game in school history, this Friday. As the Bakersfield Christmas Parade prepares to marc...

Some of today's top stories: . A group of bike riders swarmed the streets of downtown Bakersfield causing mayhem and it's all caught on camera. Israel is expanding its ground operation and is now battling Hamas in southern Gaza. House speaker Mike Johnson says republicans might have the votes to launch a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden, and it could happen as soon as this week.

Today we cover CALM's elaborate holiday lights and talk about some more Christmas events happening throughout Kern County this month.

Some of the top stories of the day: Local officers arrest 36 people suspected of retial theft across Kern County... we'll tell you whatthey found those people with. Shocking and sickening videos of animal cruelty are making the rounds on social media and causing an outcry across Kern County. Plus Bakersfield officials are trying to reign in our pet overpopulation problem, that's leading to a devas...

Some of today's top stories: It's become an all too common sight, homeless encampments lining streets, riverbeds and even neighborhoods, and now the state is making nearly $300 million dollars in additional grant money available to clear encampments and get people off the street. A local legacy business has closed its doors in the wake of a break-in. What thieves took that will keep Rosemary's Fam...

Some of today's top stories: A local arrest video goes viral, leading to accusations of police brutality and an investigation by the McFarland Police Department. What they say happened before cameras started rolling, that led up to the incident. Google Maps is being blamed for leading several drivers down a back road in the Mojave desert, in the flurry of a dust storm. We'll tell you about local c...

Some of today's top stories: It was a busy weekend for local law enforcement. Investigations of several shootings and reports of shots fired are underway this morning. A warning this morning for local dog owners. A dangerous respiratory virus is suspected to have hit a local shelter, as it devastates pet owners in at least nine other states. Helping families pick out the perfect tree for their hol...

Some of the top stories of the day: Black Friday is here...and retailers are offering big discounts on some of the most popular items. The holiday season is officially underway...and a beloved tradition returns this year. More on what you and your family can expect this year at HolidayLights at CALM on this Friday, November 24, 2023. A crane operator in the U-K is being called a hero for a quick r...

Some of today's top stories: Tens of millions are set to hit the road this Thanksgiving. If you're staying home this Thanksgiving and need a meal, there's a big feast waiting for you. As U-2 wraps up its residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, there's speculation Beyonce may take over.

Top stories of the day: A flash mob storms a Nike store in Los Angeles...just as people were shopping for the holiday season. Why some local stores are ramping up security for the next few weeks. Today and tomorrow are expected to be some of the busiest travel days of the year...as millions hit the road and take to the skies.

Top stories of the day: Traffic is moving on the 10 freeway following that week-long closure after a massive fire burned the road. Thanksgiving travel-It's officially the busiest time of year...as tens of millions hit the road and take to the skies... The nation continues to mourn the death of former first lady Rosalynn Carter.

Some of the top stories of the day: High School teacher arrested for having sex with a minor is facing more charges this morning....just hours before he's set to appear in court. A shocking update on the new opening date of the 10 freeway in Los Angeles.... Officials said it would take more than a month to fix but a new anaylsis has changed the timeline. Black Friday may be a week away...but at on...

Some of today's top stories: Bakersfield is waking up this morning to dust and debris after Wednesday's whipping winds. Excitement is building as two new popular ice cream parlors get ready to open in northwest Bakersfield. Breaking overnight -- flames quickly consume a building in Bakersfield.

Soem of todays top stories: A home catches fire overnight in Bakersfield....and crews say it's a house that just keeps burning. A traffic nightmare in Los Angeles continues as a major freeway is shutdown indefinitely...all from an intense fire that burned through the concrete. Thanksgiving Travel; The busiest time of year is nearly here...and experts say this year could be worse than in years past...

Top stories of the day: Firefighters raced to a home in East Bakersfield to extinguish rising flames before it spread to other nearby houses. Hundreds of skilled workers at CSUB are set to go on strike tomorrow. The Israeli Prime Minister blaming Hamas for the collapse of Gaza's largest hospital. Hyundai and Kia dealerships offering anti-theft upgrade.

Top stories of the day: He's not out of elementary school yet, but this 5th grader is thinking big. We'll introduce you to the local boy who took his plans for downtown bakersfield to the city planning commission... and hear his hopes for the future, his own, and for Bakersfield. Shoppers and workers of the Valley PLaza Mall had to rush out to the parking lot after a small fire broke out at a cosm...