Good morning, Bakersfield.

A suspected DUI crash on Aug.

24 at 1:20 a.m. near Panama Ln. and Stine Rd. in Bakersfield resulted in one fatality and two injuries—officers also arrested two drivers who drove through a police barricade.

One-year-old Amillion Gutierrez died of heat stroke on June 29 in a hot car in southwest Bakersfield when his mother left him and his 2-year-old brother for about two hours while she got a lip filler injection on Real Road—Maya Hernandez pleaded not guilty to murder and willful cruelty to a child and will appear in court on September 8.

The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help identify two teen suspects in an auto theft case, one wearing a gray jacket and the other in a white t-shirt and blue jeans and both aged 14 to 17; anyone with information should call KCSO at (661) 861-3110 or the Secret Witness Line at (661) 322-4040.

Kern Dance Alliance and California State University, Bakersfield launched a new dance education credential program on campus—aspiring educators can now enroll for fall to earn college credit and develop their skills.

The Kern County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Civilian Hiring Event today from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.—at the County Administrative Office on Truxtun Avenue—where candidates are invited to apply for positions such as Dispatcher, Sheriff's Records Supervisor, and Deputy Public Administrator.

With rising temperatures in Kern County, fitness trainer Rachel Morse at Chuze Fitness advised residents to try low-intensity workouts at the gym or home—she stressed that listening to their bodies is essential and that it is never too late to restart their exercise routines.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Phora Live in Bakersfield

7-10 p.m. — Memento Mori Event Center — Tickets available — Catch Phora performing live on tour in Bakersfield this fall.

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.

Katchafire Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — Tickets via Ticketmaster — Experience the vibrant sounds of Katchafire and Ka'ikena in a lively atmosphere.