Woman charged with DUI, driving without license in crash at Hageman and Allen roads
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Misdemeanor charges were filed Wednesday against a 19-year-old woman accused of driving drunk when she crashed at the intersection of Hageman and Allen roads. Ivory Marie Bross is charged with DUI causing injury, driving without a license and while in possession of an open alcoholic...
4th Annual Phillip Campas BBQ Fundraiser sells out at Salty’s
Community support for the Phillip Campas Legacy Project continues, honoring fallen officers through scholarships and youth programs
39th annual Bakersfield Spring Home and Garden Show returns February
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The 39th annual Bakersfield Home and Garden is returning to the Kern County Fairgrounds Feb. 20 through Feb. 22. There will be several things to explore at the show including a Small Home Expo and a Barn Door Vintage Market and Maker Faire that will showcase period furniture, painting,...
Dolores “Lori” Augustine Pufahl Hand
Dolores went on to walk with the Lord on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 @ 10:35 am in Camarillo, CA. Born to Joseph Martin Augustiniak & Mary Genevieve, in Chicago, Illinois on April 28, 1936. Dolores had three siblings, Joseph, John & Genevieve. Dolores went on to have a full family of her own. Laurie had three children:...
Annual cinnamon roll drive benefiting ADAKC set for Wednesday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The first Compassion Corner event of 2026 is happening Jan. 21, the annual cinnamon roll drive benefiting the Alzheimer’s Disease Association of Kern County. Tamara Baker, executive director of ADAKC joined 17 News at Sunrise to discuss the annual drive. Stop by Compassion Corner...
KCSO Tejon substation deputies collaboration with allied agencies leads to multiple arrests
On December 21, deputies from the Tejon Substation investigated a theft involving two passengers of a driving service who reported their luggage stolen, valued at approximately $7,100. During the investigation, deputies identified the suspect as Bernardino Valdivia (36), of Fresno. With assistance from the Special...
Man pleads not guilty to murder charge in 2008 homicide
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A suspect in a 2008 homicide in North Edwards was arraigned Wednesday on a charge of first-degree murder. David Angulo, 35, pleaded not guilty and is being held without bail. He’s due back in court Feb. 3. Angulo is accused of killing Thomas Charles Horton, 78. His body was found Nov. […]
Man, 83, charged in wife’s killing has neurocognitive impairment, report says
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — An 83-year-old man accused of killing his wife in southwest Bakersfield has neurocognitive impairment, according to a doctor’s report discussed in court Wednesday morning. Michael Wildrick was scheduled for a competency hearing but was medically unavailable, Judge Andrew Kendall said. He...
Kern County Police Arrest Man, 19, for Alleged Negligent Discharge of Firearm
BAKERSFIELD, CA — “On January 14, 2026, deputies from the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Lamont Substation responded to a report of shots fired near Weedpatch Highway and Kam Avenue, Bakersfield, California in the northern outskirts of Lamont, California. During the investigation, deputies located a large party at...
Man facing involuntary manslaughter charge in 2023 baby fentanyl death
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Sergio Serrato brought 6-month-old Jaylah Serrato Cortez to bed with him the night of Sept. 1, 2023. He fed her a bottle, and they fell asleep. Early the next morning, he found Jayla “blue and unresponsive,” according to a court filing. She was taken to a hospital, where she was...
