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Man who fatally crashed into train identified: Coroner
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The Kern County Sheriff's Office has released the identity of a man killed in a vehicle versus train accident.
Coroner ID's motorcyclists who died in Kern River Canyon crash
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Two motorists who fatally crashed on Highway 178 last Sunday have been identified by the Kern County Coroner's Office.
Watch: America's first Black astronaut candidate finally goes to space 60 years later
VAN HORN, Texas (AP) — America’s first Black astronaut candidate finally rocketed into space 60 years later, flying with Jeff Bezos’ rocket company on Sunday.
Pedestrian killed by train in east Bakersfield identified: Coroner
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- A man who was struck by a train and pronounced dead later at Kern Medical has been identified by the Kern County Coroner's Office.
Pedestrian struck and killed in west Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- One person was killed after being struck by a vehicle in the roadway on Saturday night.
Media Music Jam returns to Buck Owens Crystal Palace June 22
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Dozens of presenters, communicators, reporters and other media professionals will take to the stage at Buck Owens Crystal Palace to raise funds for services to cancer patients in Kern County.
American Heart Association's 'Kern County Heart Ball'
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- During a heart attack every second counts and CPR can make all the difference.
Youth 2 Leaders 'Bridging Voices Conference'
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- One organization is taking steps to ensure Kern County students find success in the classroom.
3.3 earthquake strikes east of Ridgecrest
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- A 3.3 magnitude earthquake rattled an area just east of Ridgecrest on Sunday.
Families fly fish, cool down at Kern River Parkway Festival
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The City of Bakersfield increased Kern River flows near the Park at River Walk Saturday for the Kern River Parkway Festival.
Documents reveal Bakersfield officers' account of viral alleged 'BPD Special' traffic stop
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Police documents obtained by 17 News reveal more details in the case of the man facing misdemeanor charges following the controversial traffic stop with Bakersfield Police Officers.
Ahead of CD-20 special election, Republican candidate Mike Boudreaux makes final pitch to voters
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- On May 21, voters in California's 20th Congressional District, formerly represented by Kevin McCarthy, can participate in a special election.
Scrivner hearing postponed so restraining order can be served
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- For weeks, people have been speculating on the whereabouts of Zack Scrivner.
Test your knowledge: KGET News Quiz
Each week, dozens of headlines make it from the streets of Bakersfield to your screens at home. But how many of them do you remember?
Pet of the Week: Forrest and Ranger
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Pet of the week: Forrest and Ranger!
Fun in the sun: 'Bakersfield Kids Fest' takes over Stramler Park Saturday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- A fun family friendly day dedicated to teach the importance aspects of raising happy, healthy kids is coming to Stramler Park Saturday.
Cold case: Police ask for help to find killer of woman found in Bakersfield in 2002
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community's help for information in the 2002 killing of Pamela Evans.
Hwy 178 closed after vehicle crashes into river in Kern River Canyon
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Highway 178 is closed at the mouth of the canyon in Bakersfield Friday afternoon after a vehicle crashed off the highway and into the Kern River, according to the California Highway Patrol.
CSUB Student Body President, Daisy Alamillo, shares accomplishments and goals for the future
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- After four years of hard work, the big day has arrived for Cal State Bakersfield Student Body President Daisy Alamillo.
9 grenades -- 3 possibly live -- found in Bakersfield home
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Kern County sheriff's deputies received an unusual call this week -- a man in east Bakersfield had possession of a possible live grenade.
Journalism student receives CSUB medal for expanding student newspaper
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Two CSUB students received medallions from the university President this week.
KCSOS STEAM: How to combat learning loss
BAKERSFIELD, Calif., (KGET) — Kern County Superintendent of Schools, Justin Janssen, KCSOS Program Specialist STEAM, introduces a new and fun summer activities for kids at 17 News Sunrise.
Justin Leland shares tips on how college graduates can save money for the future
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Paying college tuition and saving money before nailing that first post-college job can be stressful within itself.
North of the River to offer mind nurturing summer programs
BAKERSFIELD, Calif., (KGET) — Jasmin LoBasso, Superintendent of Recreation & Community Services, North of the River Recreation & Park District, joined 17 News at Sunrise for a discussion on upcoming summer activities.
Need for crossing guards grows amid distracted driving
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Distracted driving has made the need for crossing guards more important now than ever.
Rich sweetness of ‘IF’ can’t escape cold realities
If “IF’ director/writer John Krasinski could have made his new film knowing only children or those who maintained their childlike innocence would be seeing it, his efforts would have been seen as an imaginary treat. It definitely drives home the message of how growing up is not necessarily a great thing if wonderment has been discarded like a broken toy.
Public Defender's Office to no longer represent Abbasi
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The Kern County Public Defender's Office says it will no longer represent former county supervisor candidate David Abbasi on misdemeanor counts alleging he made annoying or harassing calls to 911 and the sheriff's communications center.
Fahra Daredia talks upcoming summer activities at Kern County Libraries
BAKERSFIELD, Calif., (KGET) — In regard to CSUB’s graduation, Fahra Daredia, Kern County Library employee, joined 17 News Sunrise to discuss the upcoming summer activities at Kern County Libraries.
1 dead after train, vehicle crash near Hwy 395
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- One person is dead after a train collided with a parked vehicle near Highway 395 in eastern Kern County Thursday afternoon.
Kern Valley State Prison inmate fatally stabbed: CDCR
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Two inmates are suspected of fatally stabbing a third inmate at Kern Valley State Prison, according to prison officials.
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Bossman’s Trash Hauling
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LEAN 4 VETS
Established In 2018, L.E.A.N.4VETS is a non-profit foundation committed to teaching military veterans how to live a healthy lifestyle through...
