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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kern County Sheriff's Office is hosting a community tour for residents today to view its specialized units—K-9 team, bomb squad, park rangers and air support—and see gear such as robots, grenades and explosives. Residents can call (661) 391-7559 to reserve a spot. Bakersfield Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Christopher Cruz, a convicted child abuser, had his parole denied for the fifth time on March 26th by the California Board of Parole Hearings—District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer cited his history of domestic violence, lack of progress, and substance issues as reasons he remains a risk to society. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Bakersfield Police say they are seeking help to locate Thalina Alvarez, a 12-year-old girl who was last seen near Lowell Park on April 29 at around 5:00 p.m. and described as 4’11 and 130 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes, wearing a black sweatshirt with white flowers, blue jeans and carrying a black and brown corduroy backpack. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Michael Kulikoff, California City's mayor pro tem, was arrested on Tuesday and faces federal charges for allegedly moving a mercury-contaminated SUV from his car wash after a spill incident—city officials are gathering details on the case. 23ABC News
- ➤ On April 29th at about 12:40 a.m., deputies from the North Area Substation stopped a vehicle near McFarland after a report of shots and arrested 20-year-old Joseph Duran, 25-year-old Juan Cabrera and 19-year-old Sammy Flores after allegedly finding a gun — the arrests are linked to the reported shooting in the area. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ The Kern County Sheriff’s Office asked Bakersfield residents to help locate 66-year-old Michael Lee Traylor, who was last seen at Kern Medical on April 17 while wearing a blue baseball cap, dark blue hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans and brown Birkenstock sandals — he is considered at risk due to medical conditions. KGET
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ City Manager Christian Clegg postponed a planned water rate increase from $230 to $950 to give residents more time to learn about needed repairs on the water treatment system—replacing parts on the trickling filter and grit chamber—and explore other funding options. Economics professor Aaron Hegde suggested a gradual increase of about $70 to $80 to ease the cost impact on households. Bakersfield Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Kern County can safely dispose of hazardous materials at three collection events scheduled in May. The first event will be held on May 2 and May 3 at 12001 Tehachapi Blvd from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with follow-up events on May 17 at 300 Landfill Dr and May 31 at 6092 Wilstein Avenue — all set to help reduce potential health hazards. Bakersfield Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Border Patrol agents in the Eastern District of California may not arrest undocumented residents without a warrant or clear reason to believe the person might flee—agents must now inform detainees of their rights and report any warrantless stops every 60 days. The ruling affects future operations from Bakersfield to the Oregon border following past immigration raids. Bakersfield Now
SHOP NEWS
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F.Y.A.H. Reggae Event
7-11 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of vibrant reggae music in the heart of Bakersfield.
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Creed Fisher Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Buy Tickets — Enjoy an evening of live country music with Creed Fisher and Buckshot.
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Cinco de Mile Half Marathon & Ole 5K
1:45-6 p.m. — 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, CA — Check website for entry fee — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive run and a post-run fiesta filled with fun.
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Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace
5-10 p.m. — Buck Owens' Crystal Palace — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant festivities of Cinco de Mayo with music, dance, and cultural celebration.
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Kultura Night Celebration
5-8 p.m. — Student Union — Free for CSUB students, $10 for non-students — Celebrate Filipino culture with food, music, and art.
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Mopars of Bakersfield Car Show
All day — Bakersfield KOA Journey — Donation-based — Experience classic cars and community spirit while supporting the Ronald McDonald House of Bakersfield.
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Bakersfield Mother's Day Run
8 a.m. — The Park at River Walk — Registration fee required — Celebrate the incredible moms in our lives with a fun run honoring their superpowers.
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Sleeping Beauty Ballet
6-9 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Get enchanted by a mesmerizing ballet performance of Sleeping Beauty.
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State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine: The Sleeping Beauty
2 AM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Ticket prices starting at $88 — Experience a stunning ballet performance from the renowned State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine.
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Mocedades Concert
8:30-11 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Ticket availability varies — Experience the enchanting harmonies of the legendary Spanish vocal group Mocedades.
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