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Kern County Sheriff’s Office identifies man wanted in connection to Oildale killing
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Bird flu has been reported in the Central Valley. Is it contagious? What are symptoms?
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12 found allegedly without contracting licenses in Bakersfield sting operation
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County District Attorney’s Office and Contractors State License Board partnered for an undercover operation and found 12 people who were allegedly contracting without a license. Officials said the undercover sting happened at a home on Aug. 14 and 15 in the Bakersfield area. The 12 people were issued a […]
Kern County Sheriff’s Office identifies man wanted in connection to Oildale killing
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man wanted in connection to a killing in the Oildale area on Olympic Drive. KCSO officials say Luis Villachana, 44, is wanted in connection to a killing on Aug. 29 that left one woman dead. Officials said the victim was shot at a […]
Feed the Need at the Kern County Fair
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — September is Hunger Action Awareness Month and CAPK is working to alleviate food insecurity in Kern. There are several opportunities for Kern County locals to show up and provide food for those in need. The food bank serves people all across Kern County, reaching more than 40 thousand clients monthly. There’s […]
Observe the Moon for free with the Kern County Astronomical Society at The Park at Riverwalk
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — While Bakersfield doesn’t have a free access gateway to the cosmos like the Griffith Observatory, the Golden Empire is home to the Kern County Astronomical Society. The Kern Astronomical Society will be participating in the “International Observe the Moon Night” at The Park at Riverwalk on Saturday, Sept. 14. You have […]
‘Supper and Snacks in the Stacks’ at the Kern County Library
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — In partnership with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools and the Taft City School District, this week the “Supper and Snacks in the Stacks” begins. Fahra Daredia, with the Kern County Library, joined 17 News at Sunrise to discuss the new upcoming library event and how you can check the calendar […]
Labor Day travelers hit Kern County roads as a record summer travel season comes to an end
Labor Day signals the end of summer travel season, and despite warnings from AAA about an increase in travelers this holiday weekend, many on the road had a different experience dealing with the holiday travel.
Women’s and Girls’ Fund takes on education first
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET)– Launched nearly 20 years ago, the Women and Girl’s Fund have addressed some serious challenges here in Kern County. There are some non-profits with really great mission statements that don’t get enough funding.Funding that could be the catalyst for changing someone’s life. That’s where The Women’s and Girls’ Fund has stepped in […]
Houchin Blood Bank announces Kern County Fair ticket giveaway for blood donors
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Houchin Community Blood Bank (HCBB) is offering a special promotion to encourage blood and platelet donations throughout Sept 1 to Sep 29. All successful blood donors will receive one ticket to the Kern County Fair, and platelet donors will receive two tickets. This offer is available at all HCBB mobile blood […]
Can California's power grid handle latest heat wave?
As temperatures rise, so does the strain on the state's power grid. With that comes worries about brownouts or blackouts.With heat wave after heat wave baking communities throughout Southern California, is the strain on the power grid putting residents in danger of seeing Flex Alerts?"Several consecutive days of high heat, along with warmer than usual nighttime temperatures can lead to power outages because electric equipment is unable to cool sufficiently between periods of heavy use," Southern California Edison spokesperson Reggie Kumar said.Powerful heat wave hitting Southern California: Here's what to expectSouthern California Edison encourages residents to help eliminate the stress on the power grid by conserving energy during peak demand, between 4 p.m.-9 p.m.So far, Edison says there appears to be no danger of residents ending up in the dark."This time, our system is performing well, we are seeing the benefits of all work completed over the past several years on equipment replacement, upgrades and electric grid hardening," Kumar said.Amid the extreme heat, Southern California Edison suggests:- Avoid charging electric vehicles- Avoid using major appliances- Charge phones and laptops during off-peak hours- Keep thermostat on 78 degrees when home and 85 degrees when away
This is what happens to mountain lions that attack people in California
After a 5-year-old boy was mauled by a large mountain lion in a popular Southern California picnic area over the weekend, prompting wildlife officials to euthanize the big cat, authorities said in these circumstances, they have no choice but to put the animal down. In the most recent attack, which occurred on Sept. 1 […]
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