KERN COUNTY: State Route 178 is currently closed through the Kern Canyon due to a rockslide. Caltrans crews are enroute. No ETO at this time.

Fatal collision on Hwy 178 in the Kern River Canyon has been cleared, all lanes are open.

CHP reports fatal crash near the Mouth of the Canyon that happened around 9:20 this morning. Hwy 178 is currently closed TFN.

According to BPD, speed may have been a factor. Anyone with information is asked to call BPD. #kuzznews

According to BPD, employees attempted to stop the suspects before an employee suffered major injuries. #kuzznews

According to BPD, the investigation led to the safe return of the dog, but the suspect is still sought by authorities. #kuzznews

#BREAKING NOT GUILTY: A Kern County jury has found Wendy Howard found not guilty of murder in the shooting death of her ex-partner Kelly Pitts in Tehachapi in 2019. However, the jury deadlocked on the involuntary manslaughter charge and the DA's office can retry. #kuzznews

According to Kern Fire, the fire was started in an aisle causing about $50,000 in damage. #kuzznews

According to CHP, the driver was not wearing a seat-belt and speeding when he hit a concrete pillar. Drugs and alcohol are unknown factors.

REWARD MONEY: Governor Newsom is offering $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of 4-year-old Jessica Martinez's killer.

Kern Medical decline to comment. #kuzznews

According to KCSO, two suspects, Paul Anthony Vasquez Flores (38) and Michelle Louise Estrada (39) were arrested. The victim was not struck by gunfire. #kuzznews

No details have been made available about when or where the arrest and alleged offense occurred. #kuzznews

The Bakersfield Condors Head Athletic Trainer has been arrested for contacting a minor for a sexual offense. #kuzznews

THIS MORNING: Family and friends of Wendy Howard gathered outside the Kern County Courthouse calling on the District Attorney to drop the murder charges against her. They say Howard acted in self-defense in the shooting death of her ex-husband in 2019. #kuzznews

According to BPD, in both incidents, the suspects reached through the drive-thru window and took iPads before fleeing. #kuzznews

According to BPD, the suspects are believed to be involved in several thefts totaling thousands of dollars. #kuzznews

According to CHP, the victim was walking in the #2 lane when he was struck. Anyone with information is asked to contact CHP. #kuzznews

According to Bakersfield Fire, the suspect attempted to light a vehicle on fire at East Brundage Lane near MLK Jr. Boulevard. Anyone with information should contact BFD. #kuzznews

California launches a new resource website for those those in and out of state seeking reproductive healthcare. #kuzznews