Silva lawsuit will question hobbling technique
BAKERSFIELD, CA- The attorney for the family of David Silva will file federal civil rights claims this week against local law enforcement. This comes one month after Silva's death following a struggle...
View Article"Duck Dynasty" stars bring message to Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, CA - They are the stars of one of the most popular reality shows on television right now.On Sunday, those behind "Duck Dynasty" brought their message of family and faith to...
View ArticleHome alone safety tips for kids
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Kids are often left at home by themselves during the summer months. Kern County Sheriff's Department officials say it's important to make sure your child is ready to be left alone...
View ArticleBakersfield attorney arrested in wife's shooting
A Bakersfield attorney was arrested Wednesday morning on charges he shot his wife in the chest at their northeast Bakersfield home.Mark J. Madrigali, 58, was set to be booked into the downtown jail on...
View ArticleCAPK offers Summer Food Service Program for local kids
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Community Action Partnership of Kern is making an effort to ensure kids are getting healthy meals while they're not in school. This week, CAPK started its free summer food service...
View ArticlePolice release 911 call from shooting in northeast Bakersfield
The following is a news release from the Bakersfield Police Department: Bakersfield, Ca. --On June 12, 2013, at 3:44 a.m. Bakersfield police officers were dispatched to 1220 Telegraph Ave. in...
View ArticleBody found in garage: Murder suspect's mother says her son is innocent
BAKERSFIELD, CA - 17 News got a look inside a converted garage in southeast Bakersfield where a woman's body was found Tuesday. The murder suspect's mother said her son suffers from mental problems and...
View Article911 tape released from shooting in northeast Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, CA - The Bakersfield Police Department released the 911 call made early Wednesday morning from the home of Bakersfield attorney Mark Madrigali. Madrigali was arrested on suspicion of...
View ArticleVictims waiting for restitution following million dollar scam
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Two Bakersfield business owners lost almost $20,000 to a fake debt collection service in 2009 and were told they would get some of it back. But, that still hasn't happened.The...
View ArticleProduction of frozen dog treat creates new jobs in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, CA - With the warm temperatures, it's nice to cool off with a frozen treat. Frosty Paws, an ice cream line specifically designed for dogs, makes it possible for animals to enjoy a summer...
View ArticleGiants fan, badly beaten at Dodgers game, treated in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, CA - A San Francisco Giants fan, badly beaten at a Dodgers game two years ago, is home after spending more than a year in rehabilitation in Bakersfield. Bryan Stow suffered brain damage,...
View ArticleBakersfield police to draw down motorcycles
BAKERSFIELD, CA - The Bakersfield Police Department is reducing the number of motorcycles on the street. It is a safety issue due to recent accidents and deaths.Five years ago, the BPD had about 30...
View ArticleNew documents reveal more information on BC sanctions
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Newly released documents paint an unflattering picture of the Bakersfield College athletics program, with complaints that football players were given preferential treatment over other...
View ArticleAttorney's wife dies weeks after shooting
BAKERSFIELD, CA - The wife of a local attorney, who was arrested for her shooting last month, has died. The Sheriff's Department confirms Trivia Madrigali, wife of attorney Mark Madrigali, died early...
View ArticleWorkers can file complaints with CAL/OSHA anonymously
BAKERSFIELD, CA - When the temperature rises, most of us turn down the air conditioner, but if you work outside that's not possible. That's why California has laws in place to protect workers in the...
View ArticleContact 17: Resident upset over planned power outage in heat
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Sandy Blackburn contacted 17 News. She wants to know why PG&E is shutting off her power in the summer heat.With triple digit temperatures, air conditioning and fans are a must...
View ArticleMajor phase on Westside Parkway to open August 2nd
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Those of you looking for a new route to and from work, or through the city, it's only a few weeks away. It's been more than 25 years in the making, a major phase of the Westside...
View ArticleLesser charges for Zimmerman?
(NBC News) The judge overseeing George Zimmerman's second degree murder trial will allow the jury to consider conviction on a lesser charge of manslaughter in the shooting death of Trayvon...
View Article"Sugar daddy" billboard draws fire
(WPXI) A controversial billboard for a dating website is turning heads in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.The billboard features retired adult entertainment star Bree Olson alongside the caption, "Hey...
View ArticleMr. "Ding-a-Ling" dui
(WNYT) A Gloversville, New York ice cream truck driver is out of a job after being accused of driving his truck, while drunk.Phil Hollister of Mr. Ding-A-Ling was pulled over in his ice cream truck,...
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