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2 California sisters in ICU with botulism amid outbreak traced to home-canned nopales
A family party near Fresno, California, resulted in 10 people being treated for botulism, a rare but serious illness caused by bacteria that affects the nervous system, public officials said Friday. The culprit in the outbreak? Home-canned nopales, or cactus pads. Two sisters are currently recovering in intensive care, a...
Atascadero City Council Meeting Tuesday, Dove Creek Project 7.05.2024
The Atascadero city council’s next meeting is Tuesday at 6 pm. On the council’s consent agenda is the second reading for the ordinance to approve the Dove Creek mixed-use project. The city unanimously approved this project in its meeting on June 25th. The project established almost 15,000 square...
Council Meeting Recap (July 2, 2024)
The City Council held its regular public meeting on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at City Hall. During the meeting, important topics impacting and benefiting the community were discussed. Below is a brief recap of the meeting. Some City Fees Changing Soon to Recover Costs (Item 7a) The City Council set...
Cal Poly Alumni Makes Debut For Minnesota Twin in MLB 7.05.2024
Cal Poly alumni, and San Luis Obispo native, Brooke Thomas Lee, has been called up to the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday afternoon during their game against the Detroit Tigers. Lee is now the 24th Cal Poly baseball player to make it to the majors, and the 15th under his father, Cal Poly baseball head coach Larry Lee.
Brush Fire at Cuesta Grade 7.05.2024
A grass fire erupted on Wednesday afternoon along highway 101 near the Cuesta grade. The fire was reported at around 3:15 pm, and resulted in the closure of one of the highway’s northbound lanes. The fire was eventually contained after it burned just under four acres. All lanes were eventually reopened at 6 pm.
Ridgecrest PD to search for DUI drivers over 4th of July weekend
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Ridgecrest Police Department will be in full force Saturday into Sunday looking for impaired drivers, according to the department. Ridgecrest police will be out July 6 from 7 p.m. to Sunday at 3 a.m. Officers are reminding the community that impaired driving can be caused by various substances not just […]
Former reporter Tim Johns reflects on covering Ridgecrest and Trona twin quakes
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — In the immediate aftermath of the quakes, Eyewitness News had several crews on the ground in Ridgecrest and Trona to bring you the latest information and stories of survival. One of the those covering the story was former Eyewitness News reporter Tim Johns who spend...
Body Found on I-5 near Bear Mountain Blvd in Bakersfield Believed by CHP to be Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Victim
Bakersfield, CA — According to KBAK, on Tuesday morning, July 2, 2024, a body was discovered on the right-hand shoulder of Interstate 5 near Bear Mountain Boulevard, which authorities believe to be the victim of a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run. California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers were alerted to the presence...
2 wanted in connection to vehicle burglary, using stolen credit cards
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Credits cards stolen during a vehicle burglary were used by two men at a business in south Bakersfield, police said. Police are asking for help identifying them — both men were captured on surveillance video in May at a business in the 6000 block of Colony Street, where they used the […]
Police seek help identifying man in Coffee Road robbery
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man wanted in connection to a robbery that occurred last month in northwest Bakersfield. The robbery happened the night of June 4 in the 6000 block of Coffee Road, police said. The man is described as Hispanic, in his 20s, about 5-foot-7. […]
Browning well in McFarland reopens after monthslong shutoff
McFarland has had a series of issues with water including the city's decision to close the Browning well due to contaminants last October, but Mayor Saul Ayon says the city is turning a new tide starting with well's reopening.
Major Baseball victorious out of the gate
The Kern River Valley Major Baseball All-Stars are all smiles after winning to keep their tournament hopes alive. Submitted photo. The Kern River Valley Major Baseball All-Stars claimed a win to begin their tournament. The KRV squad made the trip to Tehachapi to take on the host team. A four-run...
Senior veterans recognized at pinning ceremony
BAKERSFIELD, CA. (KGET) — Thursday is Independence Day, and it’s important to thank those that fought for our freedoms. Hoffman Hospice honored local veterans by holding a pinning ceremony at a senior living facility. The ceremony takes place several times a year. “One of the saddest things is that some of them have never heard […]
California Homicide Suspect Arrested at Nebraska Walmart After Week-Long Manhunt
A California homicide suspect was apprehended in Nebraska at a Walmart. The fugitive is also linked to the tragic shooting of a mother and daughter in Worcester. The arrest highlights the diligent efforts of law enforcement and specialized task forces. Breaking news out of Nebraska as local police apprehend a...
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