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Trader Joe’s expanding into neighboring pet store, adding 5,000 extra square feet
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The only Trader Joe’s in Bakersfield is on its way to become a whole lot bigger. Trader Joe’s, located at Town and Country Village Shopping Center will be taking over Village Pet Market next door. The expansion project will be adding a total of 5,000 extra square feet to the grocery […]
13-year-old gang member arrested in Porterville on gun charges, police say
PORTERVILLE, Calif. ( ) – A 13-year-old gang member from Visalia was arrested on multiple gun charges on Saturday afternoon, according to the Porterville Police Department. Officers say they were called to a home on the 200 block of South Ohio Street around 3:45 p.m. to respond to a possible theft from a vacant house.
2 dead, 1 injured in head-on crash south of Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, CALIF. (KBAK/KBFX) — Two people are dead and one person was hurt after a head-on crash south of Bakersfield Saturday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol. It happened on Buena Vista Boulevard, west of Adobe Road on July 20, 2024, at around 1:59 a.m. Officers said the...
Hector Avila appointed Grand Knight
Hector Avila has been named Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Council. He was previously a deputy Grand Knight and a family committee leader. He has been a member since 2020. He also sings with the church choir. "I love music. I love...
BPD searches for missing 14-year-old girl last seen in east Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, CALIF. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in finding a missing 14-year-old girl last seen in east Bakersfield. Alexa G. Lopez was last seen in the 1100 block of Oregon Street on July 20, 2024, at around 6:00 p.m. Lopez is...
Eagle Mountain Casino’s Viral Video Garners Over 4M Social Media Impressions
PORTERVILLE, CA – A recent Eagle Mountain Casino viral video has garnered over four million social media posts and impressions. The video, which showcases the casino’s 180k slot tournament, has captured the attention of casino enthusiasts and social media users. Featuring footage from Eagle Mountain Casino’s slot tournament,...
Local home market seen as unstable in June
Bakersfield home sales took unexpected and, in some cases, confusing turns in June, leading one longtime observer to call the market unstable. The laws of supply and demand seemed to go unenforced as demand for existing single-family homes rose and supply sank but median sale prices fell 4.2% to settle at $374,500, according to a report by local appraiser Gary Crabtree.
Houchin Community Blood Bank’s annual Summer Social
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Houchin Community Blood Bank made a splash during their 2nd annual Summer Social and fundraiser on Saturday. On July 20, people were dunked at the Bolthouse Donor Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event benefits the Houchin Heartbeats High School Scholarship Program and offered up food, a celebrity dunk […]
CUSD offering positions for Special Education jobs
July 11th, 2024 – On July 11th, the Clovis Unified School District (CUSD) held a job fair for people looking for paraprofessional and instructional assistant positions within the District. On-the-spot interviews for these positions were conducted for those interested, and attendees were encouraged to bring a high school diploma...
This loved chicken joint is coming to Tulare: Site Plan
This is not a drill. You don't have to ask your partner to pinch you. Plans to build a Chick-fil-A fast food restaurant in Tulare at Cartmill and 99 have been filed with the city. ...
150 Families to Receive $500 Monthly in Fresno’s Groundbreaking Anti-Poverty Initiative
Fresno’s new guaranteed income program, providing $500 monthly to 150 families could serve as a model for nationwide poverty reduction efforts. Fresno Launches Groundbreaking Guaranteed Income Program to Combat Poverty. A new anti-poverty program in Fresno has started giving cash payments to families marking an important step in the...
2 found dead in vehicle on Highway 99 off-ramp in Stanislaus County; investigation underway
SALIDA – A Highway 99 off-ramp in Stanislaus County is expected to be closed for most of Sunday night after two people were found dead in a vehicle, the California Highway Patrol says. Officers responded to reports of a possible assault at about 6 p.m. on the northbound Highway 99 off-ramp at Hammett Road. When at the scene, officers found a man and woman dead in a Honda sedan parked on the shoulder, the CHP said. They have not been identified at this time. A preliminary investigation indicates it may have stemmed from a domestic violence incident earlier in the day, officers said. The Hemmett Road off-ramp is likely to stay closed for most of the night. This is in northern Salida. Officers said there is no lingering threat to the public. Anyone with information is urged to contact the CHP - Modesto unit.
14-year-old among gang members arrested in Visalia
VISALIA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A 14-year-old was one of three arrested in a Visalia park Saturday evening among gang members, the Visalia Police Department announced. An officer was conducting a security check at Ruiz Park on East Buena Vista Avenue just before 11:15 p.m. Saturday police say, due to recent violent crimes. Upon arrival, the […]
Family give out free life jackets to prevent drownings in memory of nephew
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (FOX26) — While the weather continues to stay in the triple digits, that means people are looking for ways to cool off in lakes and rivers. One family in Fresno hopes to prevent drownings from happening by handing out free life jackets. Every summer, this family...
Tehachapi police chief available at Mountain Coffee House Thursday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Live in Tehachapi and have a question for law enforcement? Chief Richard Standridge will be providing answers at Mountain Coffee House Thursday morning. He’ll be there from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at 120 S. Mill St. for a “Coffee with the Chief” event. “I would like to welcome the community to […]
Taft Police activity for July 21-22
Officer initiated activity at Suzanne Ln, Taft, CA. Disposition: Report Taken. Occurred at Hwy 119/Gardner Field Rd. Disposition: Completed. Occurred on Kern St. Disposition: Civil Problem. 1:31 Traffic Stop. Officer initiated activity at Wood St/Hwy 33, Taft, CA. Disposition: Warning (Verbal/Written). 1:46 Threatened Offense. Occurred on Kern St. Disposition: Completed.
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