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Bill aimed to reduce overcrowding at animal shelters heads to Assembly Floor
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A bill aimed at helping to reduce overcrowding at animal shelters across the Golden State will advance to the Assembly Floor. Senator Scott Wilk proposed SB 1233 and hopes to expand access to low and no-cost spay and neuter services to pet owners. The bill heads to the Assembly after making […]
Central California's deep Latino history is fading
Once the epicenter of the Chicano Movement, Central California is at risk of losing its Latino history amid broad political shifts and lack of preservation. Why it matters: As the Latino population grows and becomes more diverse in the region, past lessons are being lost, depriving a new generation of activists of stories on how people once battled poverty and inequality — issues that persist in the Central Valley.
California State Sen. removed from Latino Caucus for switching to GOP
(The Center Square) - The California State Senator who switched from the Democratic to Republican party mid-session claims she has been stripped of her committee assignments and the Latino Caucus as “retribution” for leaving the Democratic Caucus. While Senate Democratic leaders say it’s standard to remove individuals from committees to figure out how to maintain appropriate party balance in committees, the Latino Caucus says State Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil, R-Jackson, a Latina woman, was removed from the group just for being a Republican. ...
Why is my California DMV car registration so expensive?
(KRON) — Are you one of the millions of registered car owners in California who recently paid their annual vehicle registration fee? You might have been taken aback by the immense price tag of having your car registered in the state — especially if you recently purchased a new car. For those spending hundreds — […]
Wesley Hunt warns voters to view Harris-Walz ticket as ‘radicals’
Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX) said voting for Vice President Kamala Harris would bring the “lawlessness” seen in California to every city and town in the nation. Hunt cited the “defund the police” movement during the summer of 2020, which gained momentum shortly after the death of George Floyd. The Texas congressman referenced how Harris and […]
Stockton gang arrest yields cache of 34 firearms and $100k in cash
STOCKTON -- An investigation into a gang in Stockton led to the seizure of 34 firearms and over $100,000 in suspected illegal proceeds, police said.Police said their department and a task force from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives had investigated the "Tiny Raskals Gang" on suspicion of criminal activities that included firearms trafficking, illegal weapons possession, gang membership and association, and violent crimes such as robbery, home invasion, and discharge of firearms.A search warrant was conducted Wednesday at 12 different locations in the city with the assistance of several agencies.The search allegedly revealed 34 firearms such as assault weapons, automatic machine guns, and illegally trafficked firearms, approximately 6 pounds of marijuana and a bulletproof vest.Police said $105,000 in suspected illegal proceeds were also found.Nine people, ages 18 to 39, were detained. Tyerese Nhean, 18, was arrested on suspicion of a home invasion robbery in 2022 as well as gang and weapon violations.Josyah Day, 19, Koby Chan, 21, Tariq Shannon, 21, Sovject Soy, 22, Chitra Soy, 23, and Sophanne Chan, 25, were arrested for alleged gang and weapons violations.Broun Ham, 29, and Kaimuang Saeyang, 39, were detained for suspected weapons violations.
Manuel Jaimes prepares to make his mark – for Stockton, his team and himself
Lightweight Manuel Jaimes is set to take a major step in his career as he moves up to junior welterweight for a high-stakes showdown against former titleholder Rolando Romero. The fight, which will open the pay-per-view card headlined by Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Edgar Berlanga on Sept. 7, offers Jaimes, a 24-year-old from Stockton, California, his first chance at national recognition.
How did this pilot fly a Cessna alone from Merced to Honolulu?
MODESTO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – When getting planes delivered across the ocean, pilot Tom Lopes says there are two ways: putting it on a boat or flying the plane there. He prefers the second option. “When it gets over there it hasn’t been disassembled, hasn’t been put in a crate, it’s got no dents or dings […]
Rico, Zulueta do not file for reelection to Stockton Unified School Board
The Stockton Unified Board of Education will have three new trustees come December, with incumbent members Ray Zulueta Jr. and Alicia Rico opting not to run for reelection. Trustee Cecilia Mendez, who has been on the board since 2016, is termed out. Zulueta declined to comment. Rico did not respond...
Identities of All 5 People Arrested in Connection to Matthew Perry’s Death Revealed
Just hours after it was reported that five people were arrested in connection to the death of actor Matthew Perry, the identities of all of the suspects were revealed on Thursday, August 15. Jasveen Sangha, Kenneth Iwamasa, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, Dr. Mark Chavez and Eric Flemming were all arrested for...
Two arrested in Wasco for suspected copper theft
Two people were arrested in the 500 block of D Street in Wasco on suspicion of stealing copper wire Wednesday, according to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office. Leonel Acevedo, 30, and Jesus Mesa, 42, both of Wasco, were arrested on suspicion of illegal possession of copper wire, conspiracy to commit a crime, vandalism, grand theft of copper wire and possession of stolen property, according to KCSO.
Ridge Writes to feature 'Anatomy of Suspense' Sept. 5
Author Michael Raff will discuss “The Anatomy of Suspense” for the Ridge Writers Sept. 5 general meeting that starts 6:30 p.m. in the meeting room of Ridgecrest Presbyterian Church, 633 W. Las Flores. No admission. Public welcome. To be successful, a writer must keep readers turning the pages....
Claim filed in death of 3-year-old placed with foster mother
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The biological mother of a 3-year-old boy who authorities say was killed by his foster mother has filed a wrongful death claim against the county. The claim, a precursor to a lawsuit, says Alejandro Perez Jr. was removed from the care of his mother and placed with Margaret Eichhorst, “where he […]
Voice actor Frank Todaro guest at Bakersfield Collector-Con
Frank Todaro will have a lot to talk about as one of the special guests for the annual Bakersfield Collector-Con set for Aug. 17 and 18 at the Mechanics Bank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. That won’t be a problem as Todaro makes his living talking. Todaro has more than 130 credits covering almost three decades as […]
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