Good morning, Bakersfield.

Local agencies and off-road enthusiasts joined a search on Saturday, March 28 in the Wagon Wheel area near Ridgecrest to locate a missing 9-year-old off-road rider, who was safely reunited with his parents.

Beale Memorial Library will host the Lil' Bunnies Egg Hunt for children up to age 5 on April 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will feature story time, sensory play, art and an Easter egg hunt.

Donna C. Rowe, a Vietnam War nurse (captain at the 3rd Field Hospital near Saigon in June 1968), shared her war stories at a downtown Bakersfield ceremony.

The event gave local residents a unique look at her military service.

Gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter (former U.S. House member) will hold a meet and greet in Bakersfield at 2 p.m. today to allow local voters to learn about her campaign.

Kern Transit is adding a new bus stop at Hard Rock Casino in Tejon on Route 130 starting July 5 to boost rider access and support job opportunities.

The updated schedule will be released in June.

A proposed bill would let drivers install conversion kits so vehicles can use E85 fuel (a blend of ethanol and gasoline) for savings as gas prices rise.

Led by Assemblymember Ransom, the legislation may pass by year-end, with a few Bakersfield stations already offering E85.

California renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day today after abuse allegations led lawmakers to pass a unanimous bill + the change shifts focus to honoring farmworkers' contributions.

Warm spring weather is fueling rising pollen levels that are worsening seasonal allergies in Bakersfield this morning.

Doctors (such as Kaiser’s Dr. Lien Lai) advise checking daily pollen counts and using over-the-counter antihistamines to ease symptoms.

Cults & Classics: Sunset Boulevard

7-9 p.m. — Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — $5 tickets — Enjoy the classic film Sunset Boulevard at one of California's beautiful movie palaces.

Silverada Live at BarrelHouse Brewing

7:30-11:30 p.m. — BarrelHouse Brewing Bakersfield — Tickets available — Experience high-energy country rock by Silverada in a vibrant taproom atmosphere.

Bakersfield Condors vs. Tucson Roadrunners Hockey Match

6:30-9 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena — Affordable family-friendly fun — Experience the thrill of AHL hockey with speed, hits, and excitement.

The Great Classics

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — $TBD — Experience timeless classical music performed by the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra in an elegant setting.

R&B Sundaze

11 AM – 3 PM — BottleShock Wine and Brew — $20 presale, $25 at the door — Enjoy a vibrant afternoon with live R&B music by DJ Spoon and DJ Ace.

ABRA Cadabra: An ABBA Tribute

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of glittering costumes and irresistible ABBA melodies with the acclaimed tribute band.

2026 Earth Day 661 Festival

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mother Earth with live music, eco-friendly vendors, and family fun activities.

Baseball Game: CSU Bakersfield vs. Cal State LA

6:30-8 p.m. — Hardt Field — Check for ticket prices — Catch the action as CSU Bakersfield takes on Cal State LA in an exciting baseball matchup.

Chito Ranas Live in Concert

8-11 p.m. — Paradise Palace Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of authentic Latin rap with Chito Ranas and special guests.