Read more on our AI policy here. A new wildfire was reported today at 4 p.m. in Kern County. Since its discovery six hours ago, Hillcrest Fire has burned 14 acres. The fire crew managed to contain ...

The NWS Hanford CA issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning at 2:56 p.m. on Thursday in effect until 3:30 p.m. for Kern County. The storms could bring quarter-sized hail (1 inch).