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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 […]
Coroner IDs Texas man who died in crash on Hwy 33
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Coroner’s Office identified a Texas man who died in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 33 Tuesday. Coroner officials say Marcos Rosas Hernandez, 52, of Dallas, Texas was the driver of a vehicle that collided with a tree on Highway 33 near Twisselman Road in Lost Hills. The crash […]
California Lawmakers Face Backlash Over Doomsday-Driven AI Bill
This month, the California State Assembly is set to vote on Senate Bill 1047, legislation that could significantly disrupt AI research. If history is any guide, California could once again drag the entire country towards unpopular tech regulation. Yet the bill's sponsors have been caught off guard by the backlash from academics and the AI industry. "I did not appreciate how toxic the division is," admitted state Sen. Scott Wiener (D–San Francisco), who introduced the bill.
California legislators debate giving oil companies until 2031 to monitor wells for leaks
The last-minute Senate plan would delay by four years a law’s deadline for safety rules at oil wells near homes and schools. The post California legislators debate giving oil companies until 2031 to monitor wells for leaks appeared first on Long Beach Post.
Gov. Newsom signs 10 bills to fight retail crimes, car thefts and stolen good sales
Governor Gavin Newsom along with a large group of lawmakers, law enforcement, local and state leaders, and retailers came together on Friday in San Jose to celebrate what they hope will curb retail theft.Newsom signed 10 new bills into law that aim to combat smash-and-grabs, car thefts and the sale of stolen goods in California.MORE: Home Depot employee in her 70s fired for failing to stop $5K in fraudulent transactions: lawsuitVideos of smash and grabs became a more common sight during the pandemic.But since 2022, California has been cracking down on retail thefts from issuing millions of dollars in crimefighting...
2 California men arrested in Virginia in connection to thefts at high-end stores across 7 states
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Detectives said they arrested two men in Tysons who are part of a high-end retail theft ring operating in states across the country. In a news conference on Aug. 15, the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said the group, known as the “Airpod Crew,” is responsible for hitting […]
Upper Park reopening | Medical aid program for unhoused expanding | Pets lost in the Park Fire must be picked up at local shelters
The latest North State and California news on our airwaves for Friday, August 16. Parts of Upper Park to reopen today — Ken Devol, NSPR. Medical respite program for unhoused people is expanding in Redding — Ava Norgrove, NSPR. Pet owners have until today to pick up dogs...
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