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Communities Explosions prompt early dismissal at Bakersfield High School (Video)

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 20, 2013 at 12:05 PM PDT Last Updated: May 20, 2013 at 6:19 PM PDT

Bakersfield High School was locked down and then students were released early during an investigation into small explosions on campus.

Communities Protesters take on alleged brutality by Kern County deputies (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Carol Ferguson, Eyewitness News Published: May 16, 2013 at 12:11 PM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2013 at 6:18 PM PDT

About two dozen protesters showed up Thursday at the Liberty Bell in front of the courthouse in downtown Bakersfield, calling for change after they claim 33-year-old David Silva, of Bakersfield, was beaten to death by Kern County deputies during an arrest May 7.

Communities Sheriff's office: Help find child molester

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 16, 2013 at 11:06 AM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2013 at 11:07 AM PDT

The Kern County Sheriff's Office is seeking help from the public in finding a parolee and registered sex offender on the loose.

Communities Downtown Business Association hosts Third Thursday festivities

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 16, 2013 at 10:55 AM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2013 at 10:55 AM PDT

Monthly Third Thursday festivities are tonight. Hosted by the Downtown Business Association, Third Thursday is 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Central Park along Mill Creek.

Communities Bakersfield City Council: No chickens (Video)

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 16, 2013 at 10:46 AM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2013 at 10:46 AM PDT

City Council voted against an ordinance Wednesday night allowing chickens as pets in urban neighborhoods.

Communities Man arrested, accused of kidnapping woman twice (Video)

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 15, 2013 at 11:17 AM PDT Last Updated: May 15, 2013 at 11:17 AM PDT

A 42-year-old man was arrested late Tuesday for allegedly kidnapping a woman twice.

Communities Salon donates Tuesday's proceeds to March of Dimes (Video)

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 14, 2013 at 12:31 PM PDT Last Updated: May 14, 2013 at 12:34 PM PDT

Milan Institute Instructor Supervised Student Salon, 2822 F St., Ste. E, in Bakersfield, will donate all proceeds Tuesday from student services to the March of Dimes.

Communities Motorcycle rider hurt in crash with truck (Video)

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 15, 2013 at 10:57 AM PDT Last Updated: May 15, 2013 at 12:33 PM PDT

Southbound lanes of Chester were closed during the investigation. Police said it appears the motorcycle rider ran a red light.

Communities Police: 17-year-old father found after taking off with 5-week-old son

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 14, 2013 at 9:45 AM PDT Last Updated: May 14, 2013 at 6:19 PM PDT

The infant was located in the 12000 block of Marradi Avenue. The father was arrested on suspicion of spousal abuse and will be booked into juvenile hall.

Communities Should welfare funds be spent at a carnival? It's allowed (Video)

By Anthony Bailey, Eyewitness News Published: May 13, 2013 at 6:13 PM PDT Last Updated: May 13, 2013 at 6:13 PM PDT

A traveling carnival brought some family fun this weekend to the parking lot outside Valley Plaza Mall. The event offered fair-style rides and entertainment, and, of course, plenty of food. The carnival also had a sign stating, "EBT accepted here."

Communities A night out about nothing: Jerry Seinfeld to perform in Bakersfield

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 10, 2013 at 1:36 PM PDT Last Updated: May 10, 2013 at 1:52 PM PDT

Comedian and sitcom great Jerry Seinfeld will perform Friday, July 26, at Rabobank Theater. Seinfeld will take the stage at 7 p.m. that night, according to the venue.

Communities List: Bakersfield College begins busy graduation season

By BakersfieldNow.com staff Published: May 10, 2013 at 1:01 PM PDT Last Updated: May 10, 2013 at 1:21 PM PDT

Graduation season kicks off Friday with the 99th Bakersfield College Commencement. See the list of high school and college graduations here.