Mystery novelist Martin Cruz Smith, known for such Arkady Renko thrillers as “Gorky Park,” has died at age 82.

Nicotine pouches aren't just growing in popularity — they're also growing in dangers for children, according to a new study ...

A body was recovered in Isabella Lake last week, four days after authorities began a search of the area, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Police are searching for Gabriella Vasquez, a 16-year-old last seen Sunday morning on Molokai Drive. Call BPD at 327-7111 ...

Two drivers were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol during a DUI checkpoint in east Bakersfield ...