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Rain canceled the annual parade, so McFarland students celebrated homecoming with a Hollywood-themed rally on campus — featuring films and dance performances — and the juniors won a trophy while hyping up today’s game against the Arvin Bears.

Local IT experts warn that outdated PHP software may expose personal data to hackers when websites are scanned by automated bots — they advise users to upgrade systems and use unique passwords with multi-factor authentication.

Cal State Bakersfield plans to repurpose a historic ag research station in Shafter that once helped the San Joaquin Valley become a major cotton producer.

A Bakersfield OB/GYN was ordered to pay two local families $9.25M after a court found him guilty of negligent medical care in the deaths of a mother and infant on Wednesday.

Recent rain in Bakersfield delivered about 0.56 inches—a rare October event that lowered temperatures as winter approaches.

Meteorologist Brody Moore urged residents to fix leaky roofs and drainage before more storms arrive.

Candidates Xavier Becerra and Randy Villegas visited Bakersfield as Election Day nears—holding a rally that challenged Rep. David Valadao on health care, immigration enforcement and rising costs for local families.

The candidates emphasized issues that affect daily life.

Bakersfield College Athletics hosted the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Wednesday, Oct.

21 at the Renegade Event Center, honoring five athletes, one team, one contributor, and a legacy inductee while also marking the 100th season of BC Football.

Local nonprofit Links for Life is hosting its Hot Pink Celebration to honor patients, survivors, and those lost on Friday, Oct.

23 at Luigi’s (doors open at 6 p.m.), supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month.