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Report: California factory farms perilously close to your produce
Broadcast version by Suzanne Potter for California News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration. California is known throughout the country for its fruit and vegetable bounty. The golden state produces more than 40 percent of the vegetables we eat and 75 percent of its fruits and nuts. But the state has also struggled with deadly outbreaks of the E. coli pathogen on many of its produce farms — romaine lettuce and walnuts are two recent examples. When outbreaks happen, investigators work round the clock to trace the outbreak, sometimes leading back to contaminated water used to irrigate crops.
Operation targeting ‘Tiny Raskals Gang’ in Stockton nets 9 arrests, 34 weapons recovered
An investigation into the "Tiny Raskals Gang" in Stockton led to nine arrests and 34 guns being recovered, police said. Authorities began an investigation into the gang for various crimes, including firearms trafficking, illegal weapons possession, gang membership and association, and violent crimes such as robbery, home invasion, and discharge of firearms, according...
No witnesses come forward in case against ex-Mayor Alex Garcia, police end investigation
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department said it closed an investigation into former Wasco mayor Alex Garcia on allegations last month that he attempted to meet a minor. The allegations came to light on social media in what appeared to be a video of Garcia confronted by...
Gov. Newsom signs ‘locked door loophole’ bill to combat car break-ins
As part of the Safer California Plan, what is described as “the most significant bipartisan legislation to crack down on property crime in modern California history,” Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the “locked door loophole” bill on Friday. The bill, authored by Sen. Scott Wiener, no longer requires California car owners to prove their car was […]
Democrats and Republicans target New York in battle for control of House
Market Street in Poughkeepsie, New York, along the Hudson River and steps away from a train station used by New York City commuters, is home to a 19th-century theater, a post office and convention center. It's a short walk to the progressive bastion of Vassar College and a short drive from the presidential library of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. In this unusual election year, it's also where a critical congressional race is playing out, the battle for New York's 18th Congressional District, which is at the epicenter of the fight for control of the House of Representatives. With a perilously narrow majority, Republicans...
Here are the medals California athletes won at the 2024 Paris Olympics
CALIFORNIA, USA — California Olympians brought home 22 medals, including seven gold, from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Team USA brought home 126 medals including 40 gold, 44 silver and 42 bronze. This year marks the first time in Olympic history, the gold count at the end of the Olympics was tied between the U.S. and China.
California theme parks make the list of most visited theme parks globally
Three California theme parks were named among the most visited theme parks in the world, according to the annual index report released by Themed Entertainment Association/AECOM. The yearly study looks at estimated theme park attendance for the previous year at some of the world’s most popular theme park destinations. Typically, companies behind the theme parks […]
Grandma Shirley Nellon, 08/15/24 - Gourmet Puff Corn
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Grandma Shirley Nellon with Grandma’s Old Fashion Butter Bunches visited the Great Day Kitchen to prepare some delicious dishes. Follow Grandma Nellon on Facebook and Instagram. Strawberry Delight Puffs with Crunch. Grandma's Strawberry Cookie Bottom Crunch Topping. Crush about 10 Oreo cookies in a...
Last-minute filings add to City Council races
Two last-minute filings filled out races for Bakersfield City Council seats this week, giving Ward 6 residents four candidates from which to choose. Filing for most elected offices for the Nov. 5 election ended Friday, but because incumbents in the races for Wards 5 and 6 are not seeking reelection, the deadline for those races was extended to 5 p.m. Wednesday.
Bakersfield College Set To Welcome Back Students for Fall 2024 Semester
As the summer heat starts to subside, Bakersfield College is excited to welcome back students for the Fall 2024 semester. The official first day of instruction is Saturday, August 24th for weekend courses, and Monday, August 26th for weekday courses. There will be several opportunities for new and returning students to get involved and find community through a series of ‘Welcome Week’ events and activities during the first two weeks of the semester.
Pregnant woman charged with 3 counts of attempted murder
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A pregnant woman accused of attempting to run over two women and hitting and seriously injuring a 14-year-old pleaded not guilty Thursday to multiple counts of attempted murder and assault. Nia McKnight is being held on $300,000 bail after being charged with three counts each of attempted murder and assault with […]
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