Pedestrian outlaws everywhere
I am appalled to see on the streets of Bakersfield the many individuals jaywalking in all parts of the city. It’s no wonder we have someone killed once a month on the streets, may it be their fault or...
View ArticleHERB BENHAM: First birthday always the best, at least for grandparents
A few days ago I dreamed he walked to me, rushing the final few steps like babies do. He smelled like he always has, like the day he was born and not a day older.Andrew turned 1 last Monday. His party...
View ArticleWhy your signature is worth more than ever
Democracy has a price. And at the moment, it’s higher than ever in California.With a presidential election coming up this fall, dozens of groups are trying to get measures on the ballot — asking voters...
View ArticleLOIS HENRY: Another day, another county official's horse-choking pay raise
I’ve been seeing this happen for decades but still my jaw dropped when I read about a county official’s proposed raise that would, on its own, be a darn good annual salary for a lot of working folks...
View ArticleThree motorcyclists injured in collision
Three motorcyclists sustained injuries Friday night after colliding into each other on Coffee Road in north west Bakersfield, police officials said. A motorcyclist and his passenger were traveling...
View ArticleTHE DISH: 99-cent corn dogs Sunday; Sonic revives late-night shake deal
Even those who find all these national food holidays a bit corny can’t deny the draw of a dining deal. In honor of National Corn Dog Day, Wienerschnitzel is celebrating with 99-cent corn dogs all day...
View ArticleTHE DISH: Seasonal menu additions at Eureka, Valentien
The time has sprung forward and we’re leaving winter behind — at least on the plate. A couple of local restaurants have added seasonal items to the menu, so let’s dig in.Known for its American classics...
View ArticleTHE DISH: New burger in L.A., more fast-food chicken options
For The Dish, we like to keep an eye on when restaurants and retailers add or change their offerings. Here’s a few of the latest additions.Umami Burger in Los Angeles added a limited-edition Alton...
View ArticleFuneral services for March 20, 2016
Services scheduled Helen Anita Bliss, 95, Bakersfield, March 17. Visitation 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 22, Hillcrest Mortuary. Funeral 2:30 p.m. March 22. Hillcrest Memorial Park & Mortuary.
View ArticleEWING: Appreciate CSUB's moment, wonder what comes next
Most folks in the college basketball universe had moved on from Cal State Bakersfield by Saturday.Underdogs don’t become darlings unless they actually win; there are no prizes for not giving up or for...
View ArticleCSUB basketball team returns to cheering crowd
Cal State Bakersfield might have lost its first men’s basketball NCAA Tournament game in the program’s Division I history Friday, but the Roadrunners returned home as conquering heroes anyway.A...
View ArticleHomeless kids meet season's busiest bunny at annual carnival
It's not every day that a group of kids can get their hair bedazzled, be painted up like super heroes and on top of it all, meet the Easter Bunny. But Saturday, more than 100 homeless and at-risk...
View ArticleSaunders sisters pace BC track at AVC Spring Invitational
Three Bakersfield College women track athletes got multiple medals at the Antelope Valley College Spring Invitational on Friday. Kyra Saunders won the 100 in 12.32 seconds and was second in the long...
View ArticleKings edge Bruins 2-1
LOS ANGELES -- Alec Martinez and Tanner Pearson scored goals and Jonathan Quick made 27 saves as the Los Angeles Kings defeated the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Saturday night.Los Angeles (44-22-5) clinched a...
View ArticleRandolph's triple-double leads Grizzlies past Clippers
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Zach Randolph returned to the Memphis lineup on Saturday night at FedExForum and posted a triple-double to lead the Grizzlies to a 113-102 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers and...
View ArticleOklahoma sweeps doubleheader, series from CSUB baseball
Pitching problems hampered Cal State Bakersfield in both games of Saturday’s doubleheader as Oklahoma won 10-7 and 13-0 to complete a four-game series sweep over the Roadrunners.“This is a funk. I...
View ArticleTwo budding stars to square off for Bakersfield Tennis Open singles title
Youth will be served in the finals of the Bakersfield Tennis Open this afternoon, at a rate of 135 mph.Two former elite junior level players still in their teenage years and in their first full seasons...
View ArticleLIVE UPDATES: CSUB doubleheader vs Oklahoma
The conclusion of CSUB’s four-game series against visiting Oklahoma, which has won the first two games of the series. Follow the action here as we update social media and video.
View ArticleCondors fall to Heat 6-5 in OT
The opportunity to climb into the final playoff position in the Pacific Division was there for the Condors on Saturday night at Rabobank Arena.They came up a point short and remain behind two teams,...
View ArticleReichenbach pushes way to Sport Mod win at Speedway
Chad Reichenbach pushed himself and his car to their limits and beyond in winning the 30-lap IMCA Sport Mod feature Saturday night at Bakersfield Speedway.
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