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California lawmakers, victim advocates gather at Capitol to condemn controversial SB 94
Several lawmakers, law enforcement leaders and victim advocates gathered at the state Capitol in Sacramento Thursday to condemn the controversial Senate Bill 94.The bill would open the possibility of judicial review to reduce sentences for some felons of serious crimes, including murder, if they have been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco joined lawmakers to stop SB 94 from moving forward."We are here to address nothing short of lunacy," he said. "SB 94 is a perfect example of a misguided agenda that disregards victims and law abiding Californians in favor of criminals...
Lao boat racing comes to Lake Yosemite this weekend
Lake Yosemite’s usual traffic of sail boats and jet skis will be pausing on Aug. 24 to make room for a new event: the Merced Lao Boat Racing Festival. “Everybody’s welcome,” said Khamla Emanivong, one of the organizers for the event. “It’s more of us showing a showcase of our culture and our tradition, and sharing our culture and tradition for the community.”
Coffee Pot Fire: 0% contained but almost halfway ‘corralled’
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – As the Coffee Pot Fire continues to grow, crews are working outside the box and according to Cal Fire, are making significant progress using an indirect strategy. Per the California Interagency Incident Management Team (CIIMT), the Coffee Pot Fire was 2,683 acres and 0% contained as of Friday afternoon. Fire […]
2026 OL Quinn Buckey talks Stanford interest ahead of junior season
Quinn Buckey is walking into the 2024 season as one of the more imposing 2026 prospects in the always deeply-talented Kern County – as the Bakersfield (Calif.) Liberty 2026 offensive lineman stands at 6-foot-6, 280-pounds. If the surname rings a bell to Stanford Cardinal fans, he's got an older...
Bishop Bronco Girls Tennis team traveled to Ridgecrest on Thursday
The Bishop Bronco Girls Tennis team traveled to Ridgecrest on Thursday for a match against the Burros. The match ended in a 9-9 tie, but when total games were tallied, Bishop narrowly lost by six games, 65 to 71. In doubles play, the team secured 7 match wins:. Cadence Nott...
Highlights from the Kern Valley FFA Welcome back barbecue
A Night of family fun was held at the Kern Valley High School on Wednesday August 21st at 5pm. Families were treated to delicious food, fun games, and the cotton candy was a big hit among the young kids. We will be attending The Annual Rubber Duck Race Fundraiser from the KV Exchange club this coming saturday.
Varsity Lady Broncs topple Foothill in four sets
Taking on Foothill the varsity Lady Broncs player tries to return the ball over the net. Photo submitted by Stacey Sanders. The old adage is it’s not how you start but how you finish. The varsity volleyball squad from Kern Valley opened their season on the road at Foothill....
BPD to conduct DUI checkpoint Aug. 23
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department announced it will be conducting a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint on Friday, Aug. 23. According to BPD, the checkpoint will be held between the hours of 6:30 p.m. and 2 a.m., at an undisclosed location. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and or drug […]
Bakersfield Police pursue vehicle suspected to be connected to a report of a shooting
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Bakersfield Police Department is investigating after a vehicle pursuit ended in northwest Bakersfield Friday night. Officers responded to a call regarding shots being fired at University Park around 7:15 p.m. When officers arrived they found evidence of a shooting. A suspect vehicle was identified and...
Former Oklahoma State wrestler AJ Ferrari commits to Cal State Bakersfield
Former Oklahoma State wrestler AJ Ferrari announced his commitment to Cal State Bakersfield on Friday. Ferrari joined OSU as the top prospect in the 2020 class, and he won an NCAA title and Big 12 championship at 197 pounds as a freshman in 2021. He also went 10-0 to begin the 2021-22 campaign...
Christmas parade crash suspect’s preliminary hearing moved to October
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The man accused of driving with a blood-alcohol content more than three times the legal limit when his truck hit multiple people at the Bakersfield Christmas Parade had his preliminary hearing postponed to October during a brief hearing Friday. Prosecutor Brandon Stallings requested the postponement in the case against Alan Lewis […]
1 arrested after evacuation of Home Depot on Gosford Road: BPD
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man was arrested following a search inside a Home Depot in southwest Bakersfield Friday. Julian Mendoza, 31, was arrested under suspicion of attempted auto theft, conspiracy and vandalism, according to the Bakersfield Police Department. Police are investigating one other outstanding suspect involved but confirm there is no active threat to […]
Man gets 4 years, 4 months in multiple-injury DUI crash
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man who pleaded no contest to driving drunk in a crash that injured multiple people was sentenced Friday to four years and four months in prison. Police said Daniel Navarette, 40, caused the crash in April by running a red light — and was fleeing another crash being investigated by […]
Widower artist and WWII vet passes away, how his legacy will live on
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Back in July, 17 News introduced you to a man that illustrated a new life after his wife passed away. Since that story, his health has declined. “He told mom, marry me and you’ll always be young!” Darrell Young’s daughter, Kathy Beck said. “I’m a kick!” 92-year-old U.S. Army veteran of […]
Cache Lounge and Club in Bakersfield suspended from serving alcohol for one year
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department announced a Notice of Suspension was posted for Cache Lounge and Club, making them unable to serve alcohol for one year. The Bakersfield Police Department said on August 22, 2024, the department partnered with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control...
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