SoCal Grilling Company fires up a taste of Americana with industrial flair in Bakersfield
SoCal Grilling Company, a new barbecue restaurant in southwest Bakersfield, has opened its doors, offering a unique blend of industrial and country themes. Owner Alex Ruiz, whose two veteran played a big role in the concept of the restaurant , said, "We need to do something cool in the southwest, something a little...
Kern supervisors advance Hart Park repair project
Photo of the riverbank along the Kern River at Hart Park in Bakersfield, Calif., in March. County supervisors voted on Tuesday to move forward with a project to repair damage along the Kern River at Hart Park, despite requests from environmental advocates to delay the decision for more public input.
Coroner ID’s Santa Maria man struck by vehicle on Hwy 166
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Coroner’s Office identified a man who was struck and killed by a semi-truck after checking his tires on Highway 166 Monday afternoon. Coroner officials said Felipe Matamoros Lopez, 36, of Santa Maria was struck by a vehicle in the area of Highway 166 and Soda Lake Road...
‘It’s a blessing’: Families in need receive toys from the KGET Toy Drive
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Thanks to the generosity of viewers and the community, KGET collected hundreds of toys for families in the Golden Empire, in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club and the Open Door Network. “Thank you so much for taking the time out of their busy lives in the hustle and bustle […]
Ham over beef, and other ways to keep Christmas meal costs down
With one week left before Christmas Eve, shoppers are facing higher prices on classic holiday staples like roasts, ham and turkey compared to last year. However, retail experts say strategic planning and smart shopping techniques can help families prepare memorable holiday meals without breaking their budgets....
BPD search for suspect in southwest Bakersfield robbery
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking the community’s help in identifying a suspect involved in a robbery that took place Dec. 12. The robbery took place at a Check into Cash business in the 2350 block of White Lane. BPD says currency was stolen. Police describe the suspect as being...
Kern County District Attorney’s Office reviews impact of Prop 36 after one year in...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County District Attorney’s Office reflected on Proposition 36, after it went into effect exactly one year ago. The proposition focused on drug and theft crime penalties and mandates treatment for certain felonies. The measure also addresses drug abuse and homelessness by...
Grapevine MSP 5 tips: Preventing holiday fraud
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Christmas shopping has definitely begun but so have holiday scams; scammers are out this holiday and ready to steal your information. Senior Systems Engineer, Matt Smith, joined 17 News at Sunrise with 5 tips on how to prevent holiday fraud. Preventing Holiday Fraud Tips: For more...
CAPK receives $60,000 grant from Kaiser Permanente to fight food insecurity in Kern County
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — Kaiser Permanente Southern California has awarded a $60,000 grant to the Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) to combat food insecurity. The grant will allow CAPK to purchase approximately 81,000 pounds of shelf-stable and fresh foods, translating to 67,500 meals for...
Kern County Probation Office is rebuilding families one participant at a time
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Here in Kern County, redemption is taking center stage. Participants in an intensive rehab program are marking the holidays surrounded by loved ones and allies who refuse to give up on them. This annual celebration is a powerful statement: no matter your past, its never to late to rewrite...
