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Pitch perfect: Sam Lynn Ballpark swings into renovation mode
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/FOX58) — The Sam Lynn Ballpark has been a historical staple in Bakersfield since the 1940s, after decades of games and crowds filling up the seats, it was time for renovations. Last week, the Board of Supervisors approved plans, specs, and notice to contractors, as well as...
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed ban on smartphone use in California schools would do more harm than good
A statewide ban on smartphone use in schools would run into the same enforcement problems as local restrictions – while also taking agency away from the school community. At Rocklin High School, uneven enforcement already hinders school administrators’ efforts to keep phones out of the classroom. The phone pocket policy, for example, is applied differently from teacher to teacher, creating friction between staff and frustration among students. Newsom’s proposal does not specify whether students would be allowed to keep their phones with them during the school day. If they are, this will continue to be an issue regardless of whether the rule comes from the principal or from the governor.
Judge threatens to sanction Hunter Biden’s attorneys for ‘false statements’
A federal judge threatened to sanction Hunter Biden’s attorneys for making “false statements” in their motion asking to dismiss his criminal charges in California. U.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi issued an order Wednesday asking Hunter Biden’s attorneys to “show cause why sanctions should not be imposed for making false statements in the motion.” Scarsi wrote…
Man pleads no contest to manslaughter in Lamont gas station shooting after murder convictions tossed
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — From serving life without parole to having an upcoming release date. That’s been the legal trajectory of Jim Langston, whose murder and robbery convictions for a 2016 shooting in Lamont were overturned, an appeals court ruling incriminating statements he made before being read his Miranda rights were improperly admitted at trial. […]
Former motel converted into apartment units for Stockton’s unhoused community
(FOX40.COM) — Homeless advocates unveiled a new housing complex to help get people off the streets in Stockton. Town Center Studios on 1604 N. Wilson Way has transformed 40 motel rooms into studio apartments in hopes of providing housing to people for the long haul. The Stockton development is a California Homekey project that converted […]
Man wins $1 million while running errands in Whittier
Running routine errands turned out to be a life-changing experience for a man who bought a California Lottery Scratchers ticket in Whittier recently. Saul Montero stopped by Prime Liquor Mart while taking care of personal business one afternoon and became an instant millionaire when he purchased a Multiplier Craze Scratchers game. “Montero uncovered the top […]
Here's why Gov. Newsom is urging Oakland to update strict police pursuit policy
Governor Gavin Newsom is urging Oakland city leaders to revise the city's police pursuit policy.He sent a letter to Mayor Sheng Thao, the City Council, and the police department.MORE: Gov. Newsom says CHP expanding patrols to reduce crime in Oakland"CHP has brought to my attention that they observed criminals often fleeing with impunity because it's common knowledge that the Oakland Police Department's pursuit policy allows vehicle pursuits in only very limited circumstances," Newsom said in the letter. "I urge you to reconsider whether OPD should be permitted to pursue suspects in more circumstances."This comes just two weeks after Governor Newsom deployed more CHP officers in Oakland to help crack down on crime.At least 20 CHP officers are patrolling seven days a week.MORE: San Francisco police commission votes to expand powers for chasing suspectsThe Oakland police commission is reviewing the current policy and could recommend changes in the fall.Oakland has had the same police pursuit policy since 2014.Mayor Thao says she is "grateful to the Governor and CHP for their continued partnership to build a safer Oakland." If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
Taft Police activity for July 25-26
Officer initiated activity at S. Allen Rd/Hwy 119. Disposition: Warning (Verbal/Written). Occurred at Tenth St/Pilgrim Av. Disposition: Gone On Arrival. Occurred at Holland Inn And Suites on Warren St. Disposition: Completed. 10:19 Medical Aid. Occurred on Franklin Av. Disposition: Outside Assist. 3:01 Assist other Departments. Officer initiated activity at South...
Foundation invites public to River Rhythms
The public is invited to attend the River Rhythms Concert Series, which begins Friday, August 2, and runs each Friday night throughout the month of August at 6pm, at Circle Park, located at 7 Tobias St, in Kernville. The Kern Valley Hospital Foundation online invitation said, “Join us for a...
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