‘Limit Distractions’ 43-Vehicle Pileup Shuts Down Both Sides of the Highway in Central California
California Highway Patrol A dense fog advisory was in effect at the time of the crashes. The post ‘Limit Distractions’ 43-Vehicle Pileup Shuts Down Both Sides of the Highway in Central California appeared first on MotorBiscuit .
Bakersfield obstetrician barred from practicing medicine until he passes competency exam
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – A Kern County obstetrician has been ordered to temporarily stop practicing medicine for not upholding a condition of medical probation. Dr. Hans Yu, an osteopathic physician with a practice in Bakersfield, has been treating women and delivering babies in the city since 2006. But last May,...
Luke Bryan heads back to California for second year of Farm Tour
Even before Luke Bryan launches his Word on the Street Tour in the spring, he’s heading back to California for three Farm Tour dates. “We had such a great response to the shows out West last year that we decided to come back,” he says. “It was so impactful to learn from the farmers about what affects their operations...
Bakersfield PD releases video of officer-involved shooting in NW Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Police Department released video of an officer-involved shooting that shows a suspect who fled with a gun. The incident happened Dec. 29 at about 2:15 a.m., on Latina Drive. According to the Bakersfield Police Department, officers attempted a traffic stop in the area of...
Fog a factor in 43-vehicle crash on Hwy. 58 near Bakersfield
(FOX40.COM) — Fog was likely a factor in the 43-vehicle pileup on Highway 58 near Bakersfield that sent several people to area hospitals, the California Highway Patrol said. The incident, which happened around 8 a.m., just east of Towerline Road on Tuesday, triggered a mass-casualty response by local emergency...
BCSD Board members seek $3,000 per month for meetings
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield City School District’s Board of Education members are considering giving themselves a big raise, according to the meeting agenda for Tuesday. School board members who attend all board meetings receive monthly stipends as compensation. BCSD Board members now receive $787...
Kern County charter proposal sparks heated debate at supervisors meeting
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A Kern County Supervisors meeting became contentious Tuesday as public comments centered on the potential adoption of a county charter. A speaker strongly opposed the initiative, arguing, "No to the Kern County charter initiative. While it's presented as a plan to improve efficiency,...
Reverb Coffee serving downtown Bakersfield
Reverb Coffee opened in October within the Woolworth's building in downtown Bakersfield this past October and has quickly become a go-to spot for coffee drinkers nearby. The specialty coffee spot is one of four tenants at the Woolworth's building. Co-owners Keith Villalovos and Jake Tovar, along with Tobi Solorzano...
‘Wrap the truck and get rid of it’: reports detail hit-and-run crash and attempted...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Angel Beruman was riding his skateboard to school when he was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver. The family of the alleged driver is accused of trying to cover up the crime. 17 News dug through investigative reports to find out what the five defendants are accused of doing. “It […]
Woolworth’s Luncheonette ‘crown jewel’ of downtown building
There are four tenants at the Woolworth's building in downtown Bakersfield and owner Sherod Waite considers the luncheonette diner as the crown jewel of the location. Woolworth's Luncheonette, which serves classic American diner food, is the last Woolworth's lunch counter in the nation. The diner opened in October....
