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Visalia PD prepping for Labor Day with DUI checkpoint, additional patrol units
VISALIA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Visalia Police Department will be setting up a DUI checkpoint and patrolling the streets more frequently leading up to Labor Day. Starting Friday, officers say they will begin dispatching additional officers to patrol the roadways. The extra units will be patrolling from Aug. 16 until Sept. 2. Police also say […]
Bay Area loses thousands of jobs in July as tech layoffs jolt economy
Bay Area employers slashed thousands of jobs in July, an unsettling economic setback that suggests that the waves of layoffs in the struggling tech industry are more broadly affecting the region’s employment prospects. Much of last month’s job losses in the Bay Area resulted from big employment cuts in...
Mayoral candidate Travis Endicott discusses key concerns
Travis Endicott hasn't been in Ridgecrest long, but he has a clear idea as to what issues he will address if elected as the mayor in the November election. His candidacy platform is focused on three major goals: healthcare availability, veteran affairs and the protection of civil liberties.
State cites Inyokern CSD; board reacts with inaction
The Inyokern Community Services District is in hot water again, but the district's board of directors appears to not be doing much about it right now. On July 17, the State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water, issued the district a citation and compliance order for failing to meet the minimum pressure and maximum day demand of the 782 residences and businesses located in Inyokern.
Aztecs Blank Cal State Bakersfield 3-0 in Season Opener
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego State women’s soccer team began its 2024 season on Thursday night when it welcomed the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners to Snapdragon Stadium. Olivia Sekimoto, Emma Gaines-Ramos and Denise Castro each scored a goal and Alexa Madueno earned a shutout in a 3-0 victory over CSUB.
Man arrested on suspicion of murder of woman found on fire on Highway 99
A man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of murdering a woman whose burned and stabbed body was found on the side of Highway 99 in Bakersfield in December 2022. Juan Figueroa, 30, was arrested in San Fernando in Los Angeles County around 5 p.m. Tuesday on suspicion of murdering Karla Terron, 27, of San Fernando.
Homeless man faces up to 15 years in prison for robbery
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A homeless man could get up to 15 years in prison after being found guilty of robbing another homeless man on Chester Avenue in December, according to prosecutors. John Williams III, 43, was found guilty Wednesday of robbery and providing false identification to police. He’s scheduled to be sentenced on Sept. […]
2024 Fall Prospect Baseball Camp
Hannah Walker Come showcase your talents in front of the Roadrunner Baseball Coaching Staff. If you aspire to be a Roadrunner, this is how to get that process started. Participants will be guided through a pro-style evaluation workout at Hardt Field. Ages Welcome: 9th-12th Grade & Transfers Gender: Male Sunday 8/25/2024 Time: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Location: Hardt Field on the Campus of Cal State University, Bakersfield Sign up Here.
Sheriff discusses cause of releasing repeat offenders, Jay Leno to speak at Kern Law Enforcement Foundation dinner and Mojave mass murder timeline
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) —Sheriff Donald Youngblood joined 17 News at Sunrise for his monthly update. Sheriff Youngblood discusses Kern County Sheriff’s Office inclusion with the crime suppression partnership, Mojave mass murder, cause of releasing repeated offenders, and a shooting that occurred in late March accusing deputies of using a cat as target practice. The Sheriff […]
Back to school buzz: Various Kern County schools back in session
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Wednesday marks the first day back to school for hundreds of students across Kern County. Right before the bells rang for students to get to class, Eyewitness News went out to catch up with some school principals and parents who shared their first day back excitement.
Bakersfield College introduces 7 new coaches during press conference
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Bakersfield College Athletics is starting off the new school year with plenty of new faces. A press conference held in the Renegade Event Center Aug. 14 was dedicated to the introduction of new coaches within the athletic program at BC. The addition of seven coaches in one hiring period was the […]
Food giveaway to be held at Rock Church this weekend
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Community Outreach Event is set to host a food giveaway at the Rock Church this weekend. Giveaway organizers say the giveaway is a first come, first serve event on Saturday, Aug. 17 at the Rock Church located at 1400 Norris Rd. The event starts at 10 a.m. and is scheduled […]
Hansen Announces 2024-25 Swim & Dive Slate
The Cal State Bakersfield men's and women's swimming and diving teams are gearing up for the 2024-25 season, set to begin on October 11-12 with the CSUB Sprint Classic and the Roadrunner Invite. Director Chris Hansen expressed optimism about the season, highlighting new opportunities including participation in the Big West Conference and a return to the US Open for top swimmers. Notable events include hosting dual meets against Fresno State, UC Santa Barbara, and a trip to the Toyota US Open in December. The season will culminate in the Big West Championships in February and NCAA Championships in March, featuring top performers like Chelaine Van der Westhuizen and Vili Sivec.
Judge denies motion to modify protective order against mom who admitted tasing autistic son
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Superior Court judge on Wednesday denied a defense motion seeking to modify a protective order brought against a woman accused of using a stun gun on her autistic adult son. Judge David Wolf denied the motion without prejudice and said a new motion could be filed on behalf of Tisa […]
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