Bakersfield: Quick Facts

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Nov. 13, 2026

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UPDATE: Dense fog advisory in place for Central California until Thursday morning • Nov. 5, 2026, 6:56 AM ET (The Sacramento Bee)

ICE releases some detainees in Fresno far from home under ‘cruel’ tactic, officials say • Oct. 27, 2026, 2:40 PM ET (The Fresno Bee)

Thunderstorms with pea-sized hail in Central California Friday • Oct. 23, 2026, 6:54 PM ET (The Sacramento Bee)

Sugar Maple Tree Planting in Bakersfield, CA • Oct. 21, 2026, 4:50 PM ET (USA Today)

UPDATE: Flood watch previously issued for Central California will expire at 8 p.m. • Oct. 20, 2026, 4:18 PM ET (The Sacramento Bee)

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