New reality show looking for Bakersfield participants
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – A new NBC show from the producers of “The Biggest Loser” is looking for people in Bakersfield to be part of their reality show scheduled to air in February. The concept of the...
View ArticleFather goes to jail for son to raise money for MDA
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Warrant in hand, this CHP officer is making an arrest. "Jose Montero. I have an arrest warrant for you."Jose Montero has done nothing to be arrested, but love his son, Anthony. The...
View ArticleStanford University researchers study California accents
BAKERSFIELD, CA - You've probably heard a southern or Midwestern accent, but what about a Central Valley accent? Stanford University researchers are looking at how Californians talk, comparing...
View ArticleBlack bear shot and killed in Tehachapi
TEHACHAPI, CA - The bear was shot and killed at this corner, as residents nearby were told to stay inside. Police say they had to shoot it eight times to finally take it down.Take a look at this...
View ArticleNew CSUB dorms nearly complete
BAKERSFIELD, CA- California State University of Bakersfield students are heading back to campus on Monday, September 15 and will be greeted by the sound of construction. The new dorm project is well...
View Article2014 Kern County Fair events calendar
The Great Kern County Fair is back in town and there are several concerts and exhibits new to this year's show. Check out the Kern County Fair calendar here for more info.
View ArticleBikers remember 9/11 victims with memorial ride
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - Local motorcyle enthusiasts revved up their engines and rode down the highway in a memorial one remembering those lost in 9/11.About 400 riders, many of them veterans, gathered...
View ArticleLocal youth encouraged to submit healthy air living artwork for children's...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - Creative children with a talent for drawing are encouraged to submit an entry to the Healthy Air Living Calendar contest.The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution District is looking...
View ArticleCInco de Mayo Fiesta Club holds annual September event, 12-14
DELANO, Calif. - The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Club is holding their annual event this weekend in Delano, Sept. 12 - 14.The event will be held at Memorial Park and will include features in the exhibit...
View Article21st Congressional District Debate
Bakersfield, CA -- On October 8 at 7 p.m., candidates for the 21st Congressional district in the November 4 election will face each other in a debate on KGET TV-17 in Bakersfield and KSEE 24 in...
View ArticleCalifornia awarded $35 million for six infrastructure projects throughout the...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The US Department of Transportation has awarded California nearly $35 million for six projects throughout the state, according to an announcement today by Caltrans. The funding...
View ArticleSPCA and KGET team up to host pet adoption day Sept. 16
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - The SPCA and KGET are teaming up again for another round of pet adoptions to raise money for our local animal shelter.The SPCA is a No-Kill shelter and relies fully on support...
View ArticleVillage fest's 20 year anniversary a 'success'
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - The 20-year anniversary of Bakersfield's Village Fest was a success and may be "one of the best year's ever," according to Jim Luff, president of CARE. The sold out event had an...
View ArticleLiberty High holds bone marrow drive for Fresno football coach
BAKERSFIELD, CA - A local high school is keeping the competition on the football field and stepping up to help the coach of the opposing team. Liberty took on Fresno-Central Friday night, but off the...
View ArticleTwo big rigs collide on Highway 99 near Panama Lane
BAKERSFIELD, CA-Two big rigs collided Sunday night on northbound Highway 99 near Panama lane. Only three lanes are open as of Monday morning. The semis tangled just after 11:30 p.m. Sunday. Officers...
View ArticlePolice investigating homicide in northwest Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Police are investigating a Monday morning homicide in northwest Bakersfield.Investigators say officers were dispatched just after 6:30 Monday morning to the 9400 block of Waterbury...
View ArticleThree men in Fresno court for child pornography charges, former Kern resident...
FRESNO, Calif. - Three men were in Fresno court today for child pornography charges, including a former Kern County resident who was sentenced for receiving and distributing the illicit material.The...
View ArticleBPD releases DUI checkpoint results from Sept. 13
The Bakersfield Police Department has released the results of the DUI and driver license checkpoint that occurred Saturday night in the 4700 block of Panama Lane between 7 p.m. and 2 a.m.Police say...
View ArticleDetectives investigating 'suspicious' death of Oildale infant
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - A 2-month-old infant died Sunday in the hospital after her parents called 911 and said that she was gasping for air and choking, according to the Kern County Sheriff's Office.The...
View ArticleArvin residents wary of moving back into homes after gas-leak evacuation
ARVIN, Calif. - A report has been released outlining the toxicity levels in Arvin homes that forced residents out six months ago, showing that it is now safe for them to return. Residents, however,...
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