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Stockton's Team Elevate program earns national ranking as athletes get college recognition
STOCKTON – Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.It's called Team Elevate and through a combination of great coaching and a lot of hard work, several athletes are starting to get noticed.Vince Carter putting people through their paces. Carter is a personal trainer and coach for Team Elevate."We're up to almost 300 kids now, in 10 years," Carter said.A non-profit designed to teach and reinforce valuable life skills to Stockton area kids, a program that's earned national ranking and recognition. "It's a brotherhood. It's discipline. It's honor. It's respect....
CHP: Officers to set up DUI checkpoint in Fresno County this weekend
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Fresno Area California Highway Patrol will be conducting a DUI and Driver License checkpoint starting Friday. Officers say the checkpoint will be somewhere within the unincorporated area of Fresno County between 7 p.m. on Friday and 3 a.m. on Saturday. The map below shows unincorporated areas of the county […]
CUSD offering positions for Special Education jobs
July 11th, 2024 – On July 11th, the Clovis Unified School District (CUSD) held a job fair for people looking for paraprofessional and instructional assistant positions within the District. On-the-spot interviews for these positions were conducted for those interested, and attendees were encouraged to bring a high school diploma...
This loved chicken joint is coming to Tulare: Site Plan
This is not a drill. You don't have to ask your partner to pinch you. Plans to build a Chick-fil-A fast food restaurant in Tulare at Cartmill and 99 have been filed with the city. ...
CCMF introduces free mental health services for members
The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) is excited to announce the addition of a valuable new member resource: free mental health services, effective July 1, 2024. Recognizing the importance of mental health in this demanding field, CCMF is excited to introduce a service aimed at helping city managers cope with the stress of the profession and maintain their mental well-being.
150 Families to Receive $500 Monthly in Fresno’s Groundbreaking Anti-Poverty Initiative
Fresno’s new guaranteed income program, providing $500 monthly to 150 families could serve as a model for nationwide poverty reduction efforts. Fresno Launches Groundbreaking Guaranteed Income Program to Combat Poverty. A new anti-poverty program in Fresno has started giving cash payments to families marking an important step in the...
All Four Baby Brothers Reported Missing Have Been Found by Deputies
Four baby brothers, aged 2 to 5, were found safe nearly three weeks after disappearing in Palmdale, authorities reported Saturday. The children were located at a family member’s home in California City and have been placed under the care of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Palmdale station.
2 found dead in vehicle on Highway 99 off-ramp in Stanislaus County; investigation underway
SALIDA – A Highway 99 off-ramp in Stanislaus County is expected to be closed for most of Sunday night after two people were found dead in a vehicle, the California Highway Patrol says. Officers responded to reports of a possible assault at about 6 p.m. on the northbound Highway 99 off-ramp at Hammett Road. When at the scene, officers found a man and woman dead in a Honda sedan parked on the shoulder, the CHP said. They have not been identified at this time. A preliminary investigation indicates it may have stemmed from a domestic violence incident earlier in the day, officers said. The Hemmett Road off-ramp is likely to stay closed for most of the night. This is in northern Salida. Officers said there is no lingering threat to the public. Anyone with information is urged to contact the CHP - Modesto unit.
Faulty equipment, high temperatures contribute to PG&E blackouts
A blackout in central Bakersfield Sunday took power from over 17,000 PG&E customers. The blackout led to questions about PG&E infrastructure, while the company says it's the heat, others say it's the government.
American Kids Sports Center encourages kids to dream BIG
Two facilities located in Northwest & Southwest Bakersfield!. NW location is a newly constructed, 40,000 sq ft. facility, designed specifically for kids sports and activities. Spacious air conditioned gym for activities such as, gymnastics, dance, swim lessons, Ninja Zone, cheerleading, tumbling, trampoline, martial arts and more. Equipped with the most advanced equipment, such as in-ground trampolines and tumble tracks, spring & rod floors, high quality mats and even special equipment designed for Pre-k age kids!
CSUB names University of Oakland's Banfield to be head baseball coach
Cal State Bakersfield announced Monday it has selected a new head baseball coach with 20 years of coaching and recruiting experience who most recently led Michigan's University of Oakland to its first 30-win season in 27 years. Jordon Banfield becomes the fourth head coach in CSUB's history after a national...
Record broken in Bakersfield for number of consecutive days reaching 105 or above
July is on average the hottest month of Bakersfield’s weather year. And, by any measure, July 2024 has been a pressure cooker. But what do the numbers say? How many 100-plus degree days has the southern valley seen in July, so far? And what about those extreme-heat days that reach 105 or hotter?
Heat-related issue knocked out power for over 17,000 in Bakersfield Sunday evening
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A massive power outage that impacted over 17,000 customers in Bakersfield Sunday evening was caused by a heat-related issue at a power substation, PG&E confirmed with Eyewitness News. The power was knocked out around 4:40 in the afternoon Sunday and impacted thousands of people from...
Fatal Motorcycle Crash on South Union Ave near Di Giorgio Rd in Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA — According to KGET, a 21-year-old man from Bakersfield lost his life in a motorcycle accident in south Bakersfield on Friday night, July 19, 2024. The collision occurred around 7:47 PM on South Union Avenue, just north of Di Giorgio Road. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports...
Steven Cade set to perform in Bakersfield, donate to a Bakersfield shelter
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) –The country music artist Steven Cade is set to come to Bakersfield this week. Kristen White with the Salvation Army stopped by 17 News with more details on his performance. White says Steven Cade will have a special performance at the Salvation Army on Tuesday for...
Community town hall meeting scheduled for Wednesday for residents affected by Victory Mutual Water Co. water well shutdown
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A community town hall meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday for a Bakersfield neighborhood that went without water on the cusp of the summer’s hottest days. The town hall meeting is scheduled for July 24, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Shirley Lane Elementary School located at 6714 Shirley Ln. More […]
Bakersfield girl Delilah Love, who gained major following while battling cancer dies
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Delilah Love, a young Bakersfield girl who battled cancer for more than half of her life died Sunday. Samantha, Delilah’s mother, announced her death on social media. Delilah was 9 years old and she would have turned 10 on Sept. 21. Delilah was only 4 years old when she started complaining […]
Trader Joe’s expanding into neighboring pet store, adding 5,000 extra square feet
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The only Trader Joe’s in Bakersfield is on its way to become a whole lot bigger. Trader Joe’s, located at Town and Country Village Shopping Center will be taking over Village Pet Market next door. The expansion project will be adding a total of 5,000 extra square feet to the grocery […]
Local home market seen as unstable in June
Bakersfield home sales took unexpected and, in some cases, confusing turns in June, leading one longtime observer to call the market unstable. The laws of supply and demand seemed to go unenforced as demand for existing single-family homes rose and supply sank but median sale prices fell 4.2% to settle at $374,500, according to a report by local appraiser Gary Crabtree.
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