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Bakersfield News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Bakersfield News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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Daily 2-minute local news for Bakersfield, California (USA): key incidents, city decisions, events, weather, and trending stories. Fresh every day.

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  • Bakersfield News Today — May 18, 2026

    Bakersfield News Today — May 18, 2026
    May 18 2026
    Bakersfield police are seeking public help to find a man vandalizing vehicles on Brundage Lane, while former Cal State Bakersfield coach Kevin Mays faces potential plea deal over human trafficking charges. City council delays sewer rate hike vote amid frustration over delayed repairs and Kern County supervisors clash over regional priorities.
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    1 min
  • Bakersfield News Today — May 17, 2026

    Bakersfield News Today — May 17, 2026
    May 17 2026
    Bakersfield police are investigating a severe pedestrian collision in northwest Bakersfield and a shooting involving ICE officers, while city leaders delay a sewer rate hike due to infrastructure delays. The Beale Memorial Library launched a country music exhibit, and Cal State Bakersfield celebrated its Class of 2026 with a graduation ceremony.
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    2 mins
  • Bakersfield News Today — May 16, 2026

    Bakersfield News Today — May 16, 2026
    May 16 2026
    Bakersfield residents are urged to stay alert after two pedestrian accidents—one in northwest Bakersfield and another on Snow Road in Stevenson Ranch—sparking discussions on road safety. City leaders also face challenges with a postponed sewer rate vote and a heated Kern County supervisor candidates debate.
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    2 mins
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