Bakersfield
Today
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sheriff’s deputy Jasmine Francisco— a single mother with kidney cancer— discovered severe mold in her new northeast Bakersfield home that led to over $50,000 in repair costs. The Kern County Law Enforcement Association will hold a pancake breakfast fundraiser at their banquet hall on Pegasus Drive, starting at 7 a.m. Saturday, to help cover her expenses. 23ABC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Court documents reveal harrowing details in the death of 8-year-old Genesis Ariah Mata who was found dead in a motel bathtub in Bakersfield on August 2—suspects Ray Mata Jr., 31, and Graciela Bustamonte, 27, face charges of first-degree murder, willful cruelty to a child, and torture as they remain in custody pending further court proceedings. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Officers raided a home in McFarland on Monday in the 800 block of Fletcher Street and arrested Ruben Garcia, 49, and Alicia Garcia, 42—both now facing felony charges after ghost guns and fentanyl were found. KUZZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield job seekers learned about local training and support when Danette Williams from Kern County Employers' Training Resource discussed opportunities during Putting You to Work Wednesdays yesterday—highlighting resources for employment and skills development. The program provided clear guidance on accessing essential job services. Bakersfield Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Randy Raymond, a Kern County firefighter, returns to duty at Station 46 in Lamont after battling stage three testicular cancer twice and completing five rounds of chemotherapy. He credits his trainer at NAS Power Gym in Bakersfield for his recovery + a March Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for supporting his treatment. Bakersfield Now
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Concert Featuring LIL KAYLA & LOU DEEZI
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets from $36.01 — Enjoy an evening of Hip-Hop/Rap with emerging artists Lil Kayla and Lou Deezi.
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In The End - The Linkin Park Experience
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience the energy of Linkin Park's tribute band performing fan favorites live.
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Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 50 years of ‘Physical Graffiti’ with the son of the legendary Led Zeppelin drummer.
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Boots on the Ground Soul Festival
7-8:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Refunds available — Experience the ultimate soulful celebration at Bakersfield's 2nd Annual Soul Festival.
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Aaron Watson Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Check the event page for ticket info — Experience the captivating country music of Aaron Watson live in Bakersfield.
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Live Tribute Night: Heroes del Silencio, Caifanes, and Soda Stereo
8:30 PM — Rock & Wings — $25 — Celebrate iconic Spanish rock legends with vibrant live tributes in Bakersfield.
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29th Annual VillageFest
6-10 p.m. — Kern County Museum — Ticket includes food and drink samples — Celebrate Bakersfield's longest-running food, beer, and music festival with live bands and local cuisine.
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