Bakersfield
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Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Kern County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly shooting on August 15 in east Bakersfield on the 2900 block of Edison Highway+ a man died after being taken to a nearby hospital and detectives have not released suspect or victim identities. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Sebastian Dominguez, 19, pleaded not guilty in court today for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Brody Davis at Panorama Park after a weekend altercation—he is held without bail and faces preliminary hearings on August 28 and 29. 23ABC News
- ➤ Bakersfield police are asking for help locating Carlos Simental, a 66-year-old man with a medical condition who was last seen Tuesday, August 19 at 10:00 a.m. in the 7200 block of Brenthouse Street near Mountain Vista Drive and Berkshire Road—he is described as 5 feet 9 inches tall, 130 pounds, bald with brown eyes and wearing a gray baseball cap, blue medical mask, blue sweater, blue jeans and black shoes. Bakersfield Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bakersfield Police Department is accepting applications for its Citizen Volunteer Unit, where community members will help at events, safety fairs, patrolling, and administrative tasks + provide extra eyes and hands for the department. Applicants must be at least 18 with a valid Driver’s License, a high school diploma or GED, and pass a background check. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Caltrans announced today that one-way traffic control will start on Highway 33 west of Bakersfield from Highway 46 to Brown Material Road for culvert installation and will run 24/7 until November 1—drivers are advised to stay alert around work zones. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ On Tuesday, Kern County Board of Supervisors backed an external review of child protective services after more than a dozen local residents testified that the system is failing—raising concerns over the safety of children. The review will look into the issues raised to help ensure better protection for children. The Bakersfield Californian
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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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The Rayford Bros. Concert
12:00 a.m. – 4:00 a.m. — California Rock Art Foundation — $ — Dance the night away with The Rayford Bros, delivering vintage rock n' roll and surf classics.
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Phora Live in Bakersfield
7-10 p.m. — Memento Mori Event Center — Tickets available — Catch Phora performing live on tour in Bakersfield this fall.
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Faculty Concert
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Doré Theatre — $12 General Admission, $7 Seniors, Free for CSUB Students — Enjoy a variety of performances by CSUB Music faculty featuring works by Prokofiev and more.
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