Containment of the Fort Fire near the Grapevine in Kern County grew to 57% Friday morning, according to Cal Fire. #FortFire seeing some crazy fire behavior, went on a large uphill run over the ...

Latest Kern County, California and US and world news from 23ABC in Bakersfield, Calif. By: Chantaye Imani Posted 5:40 PM, Apr 23, 2025 and last updated 9:22 PM, Apr 24, 2025 ...

Community members of Kern County walk the dry riverbed in protest for the water restoration in the Kern River. The river was shut down in August of 2024, affecting recreational use and wildlife.