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How you can help people affected by Borel Fire
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — As the Borel Fire ravages the Kern River canyon and forcing people to evacuate, you may be wondering what you can do. There are ways you can help those survivors. First, a cash donation to the Red Cross goes a long way. That money goes to meals, clothing, medical help and […]
Tejon Ranch Seeks $62MM Public Bond to Double Warehouses Near Grapevine
Expanding Commerce Center to 20 Million Square Feet. Tejon Ranch, California’s largest private landowner, is aiming to more than double the size of its retail outlets and warehouses near the base of the Grapevine, just south of Bakersfield. This ambitious expansion will be funded by a $61.6 million municipal bond.
Kern County hosts 2024 Americans with Disabilities Act conference
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The public was invited to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act on Friday. On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Act into law. The act prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities within all public and private areas.
Feds tap Bakersfield company to store energy in depleted oil wells
A Bakersfield company's plan to repurpose depleted local oil wells for energy storage has tentatively won a $6 million grant from the federal government as part of a push to decarbonize industry. The U.S. Department of Energy announced it will negotiate with Premier Resource Management LLC to build a 100-kilowatt...
WATCH: Liberty HS senior catches, squats 290-pound shark
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Liberty High School senior caught and squatted a 290-pound shark off the Port Hueneme Pier on Sunday. The teen is identified as Connor Mullen and he plays football for Liberty. Connor was fishing with his grandparents when he caught the shark. Connor and his family are waiting to hear from […]
Bakersfield wine expert discusses champagne and other French wines
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — As 17 News gears up for the Olympic games over the next two weeks, Maddie Janssen and Alex Fisher take a look at French culture and cuisine. Maddie and Alex spoke with wine expert and owner of Campo Bar+Bottle, Molly Rivera, about a celebratory drink people sip on all over the […]
BPD searches for suspect in Happy Mart robbery
The Bakersfield Police Department is looking for a man suspected of robbing a Happy Mart in the 3200 block of Taft Highway around 4:10 p.m. June 3. According to BPD, the suspect entered the store demanding money and brandishing a firearm.
Punjabi singer Gurdas Maan to perform hits at Mechanics Bank Arena on Oct. 12
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Gurdas Maan, a legendary Punjabi songwriter and singer is scheduled to play at Mechanics Bank Theater in October, according to organizers. Maan has been playing for audiences for over four decades and has played many roles in Punjabi films. His hit singles include, "Apna Punjab Hove" and "Dil Da Mamla Hai."
Manslaughter charge filed in deadly Hwy 178 crash
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Prosecutors have filed a charge of vehicular manslaughter against a 22-year-old man they allege drove on the wrong side of Highway 178, causing a head-on collision that killed an Onyx man. Glenn Dale Watson is also charged with three counts of driving the wrong way on a divided highway causing injury, […]
Bakersfield winemaker wins season 2 of ‘Gordon Ramsey’s Food Stars’ competition
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Friends and family gathered for a watch party at Luigi’s Wednesday night for Bakersfield native Jess Druey, founder of “Whiny Baby,” who won season two of “Food Stars” with Gordon Ramsay and Lisa Vanderpump. The Bakersfield winemaker poured her heart and soul into the national competition. The finale aired last night […]
In 2023 Kern County saw an increase in Valley Fever
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Public Health Department announced a 24% increase in cases of Valley Fever from 2022 to 2023. In a conference Thursday morning, health officials said 2023 was the second-highest year of Valley Fever cases reported in Kern County. Valley Fever is an illness caused by a fungus that lives […]
Bakersfield Condors hire Kelly Guard as goaltending coach
Kelly Guard is moving up to professional hockey. The Bakersfield Condors of the AHL (Edmonton Oilers affiliate) announced they have hired Guard as goaltender coach. “It’s always a feather in the organization’s cap when we’re not just able to develop players and help them move on to the next level, but coaches as well,” Raiders general manager Curtis Hunt said. “With Kelly Guard and his opportunity, we’re really excited for him and what lies ahead. We can’t wait to see how his career continues to grow and develop.” Guard had been with the Raiders since the 2012-13 season as the...
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