Michael Patterson
Evening News Anchor at KBAK-TV (Bakersfield, CA)
Evening News Anchor with @bakersfieldnow in Bakersfield, CA. Formerly @northcoastnews1 and @KRCR7. https://t.co/ACQplFrVIy
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bakersfieldnow.com | Michael Patterson
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A dry and dusty day in Kern County can carry more than just tumbleweeds. Public health officials said that dust could carry a potentially deadly threat. In April, Kern County Public Health officials announced that more people living in Kern County were infected and killed by Valley Fever complications in 2024 than in any other year.
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bakersfieldnow.com | William K. Silverstein |Michael Patterson
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. --- (KBAK/FOX58) Back for the highest seat in the land. Former Los Angeles Mayor and 2018 gubernatorial candidate Antonio Villaraigosa is set for his second campaign for governor. The veteran politician also served in the California State Legislature and tells Eyewitness News his plans to return to California's capitol building. For Eyewitness News first story with Villaraigosa on his 2026 run, click here.
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2 months ago |
bakersfieldnow.com | Michael Patterson
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A woman is pleading for answers and trying to make sense of a KCSO deputy-involved shooting that claimed the life of her younger brother last week. Kristel Pritchard is still grieving the death of her 22-year-old brother, Joshua. On Apr. 17, he was killed by Kern County Sheriff's deputies at Belle Terrace Park. "You know if you come into contact with my brother that he's off [mentally]," said Kristel. "Why would you do that?
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2 months ago |
bakersfieldnow.com | Michael Patterson
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa detailed his priorities as governor ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election in 2026. Villaraigosa, also a former speaker of the California State Assembly, is giving a run for governor another try. He finished third in the 2018 primary behind eventual winner Gavin Newsom and runner-up John Cox.
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2 months ago |
bakersfieldnow.com | Michael Patterson
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — For many people, being infected with Valley Fever is a benign experience; but for some, it's an experience that will stick with them their entire lives. On Thursday, Kern County Public Health officials gathered to launch the 'Faces of Valley Fever' campaign to highlight the human experience of fighting the infection. For Public Health Director Brynn Carrigan, it's personal.
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BREAKING NOW: Bakersfield Police are currently investigating an officer involved shooting on Monterey Street and Beale Avenue. No other details have been provided by police as of 3 p.m. on Wednesday. https://t.co/WgyedO7V8m
JOSE LARA FOUND GUILTY: Jose Lara was found guilty of first-degree murder on Thursday in the cold case killing of Desiree Thompson. The jury deliberated for just about an hour. Sentencing is set for June 16th. https://t.co/Vylv3saXU4
