Police looking for man accused of annoying a juvenile
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Bakersfield police need your help finding a man they say tried to lure a boy into his car by saying he was the boy's father. Investigators say an 8-year-old boy was approached by a...
View ArticleAnnual fundraiser to help Bakersfield SPCA
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Every year, Kern County shelters take in around 30,000 unwanted, discarded, and stray animals.And the problem isn't getting better. That's why Tuesday, 17 news is again partnering...
View ArticleName of Tehachapi man killed in double-homicide released
TEHACHAPI, Calif. - Kern County sheriffs released the name of one of the men killed in a double-homicide that occurred earlier this month in Tehachapi.Sheriffs say 54-year-old Jose Antonio Fajardo was...
View ArticleKern Green Awards showcases county's 'green' side
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.– The Kern Green Awards were presented last night honoring local businesses and individuals for raising awareness about sustainable living practices and recycling.Aera Energy played...
View ArticleBike ride to promote new 'three-feet' law
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – Bike Bakersfield will be hosting an awareness ride to promote the Three Feet for Safety Act on Tuesday Sept. 16., the same day the law goes into effect.Members of the community...
View ArticlePolice seeking two suspects they say assaulted store clerk, stole food
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - Police are asking for help in identifying and locating two suspects accused of robbery.The Bakersfield Police Department says that the two suspects assaulted a store clerk at the...
View ArticleJuvenile dies in Porterville hospital after alleged street racing mishap
PORTERVILLE, Calif. - A 15 year old juvenile died after an alleged street racing mishap on Road 196 Sept. 10, after being taken to a Porterville hospital.The California Highway Patrol says that Robert...
View ArticleGoogle invests in Lamont power plant
LAMONT, Calif. - Tech giant Google is investing $145 million in a new power plant near Lamont.On the company's official blog, Google states that the 82 megawatt project will produce enough electricity...
View ArticleNew reality show looking for Bakersfield participants
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – A new NBC show from the producers of “The Biggest Loser” is looking for people in Bakersfield to be part of their reality show scheduled to air in February. The concept of the...
View ArticleFather goes to jail for son to raise money for MDA
BAKERSFIELD, CA - Warrant in hand, this CHP officer is making an arrest. "Jose Montero. I have an arrest warrant for you."Jose Montero has done nothing to be arrested, but love his son, Anthony. The...
View ArticleStanford University researchers study California accents
BAKERSFIELD, CA - You've probably heard a southern or Midwestern accent, but what about a Central Valley accent? Stanford University researchers are looking at how Californians talk, comparing...
View ArticleBlack bear shot and killed in Tehachapi
TEHACHAPI, CA - The bear was shot and killed at this corner, as residents nearby were told to stay inside. Police say they had to shoot it eight times to finally take it down.Take a look at this...
View ArticleNew CSUB dorms nearly complete
BAKERSFIELD, CA- California State University of Bakersfield students are heading back to campus on Monday, September 15 and will be greeted by the sound of construction. The new dorm project is well...
View Article2014 Kern County Fair events calendar
The Great Kern County Fair is back in town and there are several concerts and exhibits new to this year's show. Check out the Kern County Fair calendar here for more info.
View ArticleBikers remember 9/11 victims with memorial ride
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - Local motorcyle enthusiasts revved up their engines and rode down the highway in a memorial one remembering those lost in 9/11.About 400 riders, many of them veterans, gathered...
View ArticleLocal youth encouraged to submit healthy air living artwork for children's...
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - Creative children with a talent for drawing are encouraged to submit an entry to the Healthy Air Living Calendar contest.The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution District is looking...
View ArticleCInco de Mayo Fiesta Club holds annual September event, 12-14
DELANO, Calif. - The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Club is holding their annual event this weekend in Delano, Sept. 12 - 14.The event will be held at Memorial Park and will include features in the exhibit...
View Article21st Congressional District Debate
Bakersfield, CA -- On October 8 at 7 p.m., candidates for the 21st Congressional district in the November 4 election will face each other in a debate on KGET TV-17 in Bakersfield and KSEE 24 in...
View ArticleCalifornia awarded $35 million for six infrastructure projects throughout the...
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The US Department of Transportation has awarded California nearly $35 million for six projects throughout the state, according to an announcement today by Caltrans. The funding...
View ArticleSPCA and KGET team up to host pet adoption day Sept. 16
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - The SPCA and KGET are teaming up again for another round of pet adoptions to raise money for our local animal shelter.The SPCA is a No-Kill shelter and relies fully on support...
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