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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 15 at 11:38 p.m., a 2013 Chevrolet Impala driven by a 21-year-old man struck and killed Carissa Marie Sileo—a 34-year-old bicyclist riding without lights—on Roberts Lane near Plymouth Avenue in Bakersfield; police said alcohol or drugs were not suspected in the crash. Bakersfield Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kira Burton — a fugitive who shot Michael Rico Stubbs at a red light on March 22 — was convicted of first-degree murder on June 18 in Bakersfield and faces a life sentence with sentencing set for July 18. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Mister Bailey, accused of murdering his 3‑month‑old son and assaulting children in his Tehachapi home as ring video evidence shows, will represent himself at trial set for Aug. 11 (Judge Oglesby warned that his lack of legal experience may lead to key testimony being dropped). KGET
- ➤ A preliminary hearing began in east Bakersfield in the murder case of Robert Overdevest, who died three days after being shot on July 18 last year, with Ashley Ruiz—39, Rhys Casterline—23, and Gabriel Valle—25 accused during an argument as Ruiz admitted she only meant to scare him and all three are held without bail. KGET
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield Commons Logistic Park—a project 18 months in the making at 2152 Coffee Road—will offer 300,000 square feet of warehouse and distribution space when it is completed by November. The project, developed by Rexco in partnership with World Oil, will hire local construction workers to boost our local job market. 23ABC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones has ordered an independent audit of CARB and started a statewide petition to stop changes that may raise gas prices by 65 cents a gallon. The new rules and a planned gas tax increase on July 1 could drive gas prices higher—drivers are urged to watch for rising costs. Bakersfield Now
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Bakersfield Train Robbers vs. Vallejo Seaweed
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Sam Lynn Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch an exciting summer baseball game while supporting a good cause.
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Makeup Blowout Sale in Bakersfield
10 AM - 5 PM — Four Points by Sheraton Bakersfield — Free entry — Experience a massive annual sale with discounts up to 75% on top beauty brands.
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Battle of the Bartenders
2-6 p.m. — The Iron Lily Venue — All-inclusive ticket required — Experience a lively cocktail showdown with top local bartenders and food samplings benefitting the Houchin Community Blood Bank.
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El Jerry Gerardo Coronel & Más
9 p.m. — La Movida Night Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience vibrant Latin rhythms and energetic performances from Erick Y La Zecta.
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Bakersfield Train Robbers vs. Dublin Leprechauns
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Sam Lynn Ballpark — Ticket availability and fair pricing — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup in Bakersfield.
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Soccer Camp in Bakersfield
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Kaiser Permanente Sports Village Soccer Complex — Registration required — Enhance skills with Real Madrid Foundation coaches in a fun and inclusive environment.
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Tribute to Café Tacvba by La Chilanga Band
7 PM — Rock & Wings — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant fusion of Latino and pop music with La Chilanga Band.
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