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By submitting this photograph (the "Content"), I am representing that I am at least eighteen years old, I am the owner of the Content and the Content does not violate any rights of third parties, including rights of copyright and privacy. I understand that KBAK/KBFX (the "Station") is under no obligation to use the Content, and may delete the Content at any time in its sole and absolute discretion. I agree that I am responsible for the Content and that I will indemnify the Station for any liability resulting from the Content. In addition, I grant (and represent and warrant that I have the right to grant) to the Station, an irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide and transferable license to use, copy, display, broadcast and otherwise use in any way, in any media, the Content, in perpetuity. KBFX is the Fox affiliate in Bakersfield. Eyewitness News CBS 29 and Fox 58 provide local news, weather forecasts, traffic alerts, notices of events and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for Kern County and communities in the southern section of Central California. Cities and communities served by Eyewitness News include Bakersfield, Delano, Tehachapi, Arvin, Lamont, California City, Ridgecrest, Mojave, Lake Isabella, Kernville, the Kern River Valley, Shafter, southern Tulare County, Wasco, McFarland, Buttonwillow, Taft, Frazier Park and Pine Mountain Club. Read More at: http://bakersfieldnow.com

DEVELOPING: A driver plunged into a canal in south Bakersfield on Tuesday evening near South H Street and Wilson Road. T...
09/10/2025

DEVELOPING: A driver plunged into a canal in south Bakersfield on Tuesday evening near South H Street and Wilson Road. The driver was taken to the hospital, and the cause of the crash is unknown at this time.

A driver plunged into a canal in south Bakersfield on Tuesday evening, near South H Street and Wilson Road, according to an Eyewitness News crew in the area.

Alejandro Zendejas scored in the 30th minute and Folarin Balogun added another in the 64th, helping the U.S. end a seven...
09/10/2025

Alejandro Zendejas scored in the 30th minute and Folarin Balogun added another in the 64th, helping the U.S. end a seven-game winless streak against top 25 teams by defeating Japan 2-0 in a friendly on Tuesday night.

Alejandro Zendejas scored in the 30th minute, Folarin Balogun added a goal in the 64th and the United States stopped a seven-game winless streak against top 25

Gov. Gavin Newsom used his State of the State address Tuesday to blast President Donald Trump administration for a “rele...
09/10/2025

Gov. Gavin Newsom used his State of the State address Tuesday to blast President Donald Trump administration for a “relentless, unhinged California obsession” while also touting the state's achievements on its 175th anniversary of statehood.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom used his State of the State address Tuesday to blast President Donald Trump administration for a “relentless, unhinged California o

The Kern County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed September as National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, emphasizin...
09/10/2025

The Kern County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed September as National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, emphasizing the critical need for awareness, c***ection, and support.

The Kern County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed September as National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, emphasizing the critical need for awareness, c***e

A mother and father in Oregon were sentenced to 30 days in prison after "they did nothing" to help their dying 2-day-old...
09/10/2025

A mother and father in Oregon were sentenced to 30 days in prison after "they did nothing" to help their dying 2-day-old child but praying and anointing him with olive oil.

A mother and father were sentenced to 30 days in prison after "they did nothing" to help their dying 2-day-old child but praying and anointing him in olive oil.

The San Francisco 49ers waived kicker Jake Moody on Tuesday after the 2023 third-round pick missed two field goals in th...
09/10/2025

The San Francisco 49ers waived kicker Jake Moody on Tuesday after the 2023 third-round pick missed two field goals in the season opener and placed star tight end George Kittle on injured reserve with a hamstring injury.

The San Francisco 49ers waived kicker Jake Moody on Tuesday after the 2023 third-round pick missed two field goals in the season opener and placed star tight

The Supreme Court announced Tuesday that it has agreed to hear arguments over President Donald Trump’s tariffs, in a fas...
09/10/2025

The Supreme Court announced Tuesday that it has agreed to hear arguments over President Donald Trump’s tariffs, in a fast-moving appeal that questions the legality of the economic policy.

The tariffs will remain in place while the justices hear the case in November.

Cooler fall temperatures are causing a rise in mosquito numbers in Kern County, leading to concerns about an increase in...
09/10/2025

Cooler fall temperatures are causing a rise in mosquito numbers in Kern County, leading to concerns about an increase in West Nile virus cases.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Cooler fall temperatures are causing a rise in mosquito numbers in Kern County, leading to concerns about an increase in West

Former President Barack Obama’s foundation reported Friday that its center has cost more than $600 million to build.
09/10/2025

Former President Barack Obama’s foundation reported Friday that its center has cost more than $600 million to build.

Former President Barack Obama's foundation reported Friday that its center has cost more than $600 million to build.

DEVELOPING: A body was found behind a dumpster in a southwest Bakersfield shopping complex. Police said there is no indi...
09/09/2025

DEVELOPING: A body was found behind a dumpster in a southwest Bakersfield shopping complex. Police said there is no indication of foul play involved.

A body was found behind a dumpster in a southwest Bakersfield shopping complex. Police said there is no indication of foul play involved.The Bakersfield Police

More than 60 containers toppled off a cargo ship Tuesday morning in the Port of Long Beach, tumbling overboard and float...
09/09/2025

More than 60 containers toppled off a cargo ship Tuesday morning in the Port of Long Beach, tumbling overboard and floating in the water.

More than 60 containers toppled off a cargo ship Tuesday morning in the Port of Long Beach, tumbling overboard and floating in the water.

Protesters confronted federal agents at a home in the Park Avenue neighborhood Tuesday morning.
09/09/2025

Protesters confronted federal agents at a home in the Park Avenue neighborhood Tuesday morning.

A large crowd gathered outside a home in Rochester while a U.S. Customs and Border Protection vehicle was seen parked outside the home Tuesday morning.

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Community Guidelines

This page is here to encourage an open dialogue with our viewers and provide an online community where people can express themselves and interact with one another. The purpose of this site is to keep you updated on the latest news coverage, station promotions, community events, and encourage you to submit your comments, tips, content ideas and questions. By engaging in conversation on our page, you agree to all conditions and terms for Facebook and KBAK/KBFX Facebook Community Guidelines. Comments and images posted on the KBAK/KBFX page may also be used on air. If you fail to comply with KBAK/KBFX Facebook Community Guidelines, KBAK/KBFX reserves the right to block you, restrict your access and/or remove postings at our sole discretion without any notice. Our moderators will remove any/all of posts that contain the following: • Abusive, defamatory, hateful, containing racially or ethnically offensive or derogatory content, obscene or sexually explicit language. • Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading comments. • Violation of any intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trade secrets, etc. • Threats on any person or organization or company. • Spam, including 10 or more posts in a row by the same user that inhibits others from commenting, or advertisement postings focused on selling a product or service, or comments posted for a purpose of driving traffic to a particular website for personal, political, or monetary gain, or with the intention of stopping others from commenting due to flooding of the comments section. • Solicitations for events. • Posts that are not relevant to the conversation or topic. • Directing traffic to competitors other digital mediums and libel accusations or defamatory language against KBAK/KBFX and or its employees. If you disagree with any content posted on our page, have an idea for a subject, have any questions, comments, or ideas concerning anything you see on air, please let us know by filling out our feedback form on our website at: http://bakersfieldnow.com/insideeyewitness/holdusaccountable on our website http://bakersfieldnow.com and someone will respond to your requests as soon as possible. Photo/Image Submission Disclaimer By submitting this photograph (the "Content"), I am representing that I am at least eighteen years old, I am the owner of the Content and the Content does not violate any rights of third parties, including rights of copyright and privacy. I understand that KBAK/KBFX (the "Station") is under no obligation to use the Content, and may delete the Content at any time in its sole and absolute discretion. I agree that I am responsible for the Content and that I will indemnify the Station for any liability resulting from the Content. In addition, I grant (and represent and warrant that I have the right to grant) to the Station, an irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide and transferable license to use, copy, display, broadcast and otherwise use in any way, in any media, the Content, in perpetuity. KBAK is the CBS affiliate in Bakersfield, Calif. KBFX is the Fox affiliate in Bakersfield. Eyewitness News CBS 29 and Fox 58 provide local news, weather forecasts, traffic alerts, notices of events and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for Kern County and communities in the southern section of Central California. Cities and communities served by Eyewitness News include Bakersfield, Delano, Tehachapi, Arvin, Lamont, California City, Ridgecrest, Mojave, Lake Isabella, Kernville, the Kern River Valley, Shafter, southern Tulare County, Wasco, McFarland, Buttonwillow, Taft, Frazier Park and Pine Mountain Club. Read More at: http://bakersfieldnow.com