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Kern to get a break from excessive heat Wednesday, unhealthy air quality continues
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory have also been extended to Sunday morning due to the continued Major and Extreme Heat Risk for Saturday and Saturday night. Kern will see a dip in temperatures as the ridge becomes more latitudinal in the early to middle part of the workweek, before […]
KCFD rescues man from vehicle in canal in south Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man was rescued after a vehicle went into a canal in south Bakersfield just after 9 a.m. Monday. Officials with the Kern County Fire Department told 17 News firefighters were dispatched to the Kern Island Canal near Highway 99 and H Street around 9:05 a.m. At the scene, firefighters rescued […]
Powering another century of energy leadership in the Central Valley
The Central Valley has a long legacy of being an innovative energy leader. Energy production and agricultural prowess have built the foundation of our leadership — both industries creating a century’s worth of jobs and economic prosperity in the region. As California moves away from traditional fuels and toward cleaner sources to reduce emissions, we’re matching investments in renewable sources like solar and wind to remain the state’s energy producer.
‘Failed operation’: Sheriff Youngblood talks security measures behind Trump’s assassination attempt
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — From previous experience, Sheriff Donny Youngblood joined 17 News Sunrise to discuss the security levels taken when dealing with important events. Regarding Trump’s recent assassination attempt, Sheriff Youngblood runs through his experience in patrolling and making sure former president Trump’s arrival and presence, back in February 2020, Kern County, was as […]
Laura Fire prompts evacuation warning for southern Lake Isabella area
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — UPDATE (JULY, 14, 6:18 p.m.): The Laura Fire has burned 120 acres, and is 5% contained so far, according to the latest update from CalFire. An evacuation warning is in place for the area east of Piute Cypress Instant Study Area, and south of Squirrel Mountain Valley, due to the so-called ‘Laura Fire’ burning in the Lake Isabella area.
Houchin offers Summer-Olympic-themed shirts for donors
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Houchin Community Blood Bank is offering Summer-Olympic-themed shirts for successful blood donors through July 20. Houchin officials say the front of the shirt will read “Proud Blood Donor” and the back will say “Saving lives, it’s in my blood.” The promotion is aimed at motivating new and current donors to contribute […]
3 fires start in Sequoia National Forest after weekend storms
TULARE, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – At least three fires have started in the Sequoia National Forest over the weekend due to lightning storms, the U.S. Forest Service announced. Officials say the Trout Fire, Acorn and Packsaddle are all burning within the Sequoia National Forest. The Trout Fire is the largest of the group and was approximately […]
Denise Arenas involved in fatal Kern County bicycle accident
TAFT, CA, (July 15, 2024) - A Taft man died early Monday morning when he was struck by a motorist along Highway 33 in Kern County, the California Highway Patrol reported. According to officers, the cyclist was riding north on Highway 33, south of Cadet Road, when he was struck by a Toyota Highlander traveling in the same direction. The accident happened just before 1 a.m.
Defendant takes plea deal in McKittrick assault
The man charged with attempted murder in connection with the June 10 assault in McKittrick has taken a plea deal. Kern County Superior Court records show Clayton Dean Unruh, 37, entered no contest pleas to assault with force likely to cause great bodily injury and criminal threats. The attempted murder...
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