Morro Bay police arrest Bakersfield man on gun, drug charges
A Bakersfield man was arrested in Morro Bay on Wednesday night after police say a traffic stop revealed a loaded gun, ammunition, and drugs in his vehicle.
3-year-old court case regarding hit-and-run death of teenager sees a path to trial
All defendants plead not guilty at their arraignment. The trial is set for August 11.
Man arrested after standoff at northeast Bakersfield home
Officers made entry and the man was arrested on suspicion of assault on a family member.
Clinica Sierra Vista to host free HIV testing event on Friday with free food,...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Clinica Sierra Vista announced an HIV testing event set for Friday, saying free testing, food and haircuts will be offered to those who attend. The event is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. and continue until noon at Compassion Corner, located at 22nd and L Street, Bakersfield. Attendees will...
Woman sought by police after alleged assault outside Dignity Health Arena
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Bakersfield police are attempting to identify an alleged assault suspect from an incident on March 30. The woman is believed to be between the ages of 20 and 30 years old, according to police. They describe her to be 5 feet, 4 inches tall and 100 pounds. She has black hair […]
Woman wanted for alleged elder abuse, identity theft: KCSO
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office asked the public to assist in locating a wanted woman accused of elder abuse and identity theft. There is a warrant for the arrest of Tory Baxter, according to officials. 17 News has reached out to KCSO for more details about the suspect and the...
Kern County Supervisors approve oil and gas permitting ordinance
The Kern County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously this week to approve a revised oil and gas rezoning ordinance that could allow for nearly 2,700 new oil wells to be permitted each year.
Revamped Woolworth Luncheonette set to become the heart of Bakersfield’s downtown revival
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — In its 75th anniversary, the Woolworth building has stood tall in the heart of Bakersfield. Now, the local landmark and luncheonette is set to make a return. As construction is nearly complete, the owners worked to preserve a piece of downtown Bakersfield's history. As...
Graduation ceremony held for those who completed Kern County Probation program
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Multiple individuals took a step toward bettering themselves Wednesday night through a program offered by the Kern County Probation Department. On June 25, the Kern County Probation Department celebrated graduates with a ceremony Wednesday night in east Bakersfield. The guests of honor...
Preliminary hearing begins for 3 charged with EBT fraud
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A preliminary hearing has begun for three Romanian men charged in connection with an EBT fraud ring. 17 News is live blogging the proceedings. Norbert Karaba, Giorgio Marcelo and Nicolae Bud were arrested at a home in Northridge on April 10 where investigators found card skimmers, pinhole...
