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KERN COUNTY - Kern Mosquito and Vector Control says it has seen fewer mosquitoes this year than last. But, this year's drought is likely forcing them out of the rural areas and into the city, looking...
View ArticleBakersfield College: No evidence of sexual assault
BAKERSFIELD, CA--After Bakersfield Police investigated the incident, the college told 17 News there is no evidence to substantiate the report of a forced sexual assault at Bakersfield College.The...
View ArticleFormer public works director sues City of McFarland
MCFARLAND - McFarland's former public works director is suing the city and several city officials, for $5 million.Rey DeLeon worked for the City of McFarland for 33 years. He says he was set up then...
View ArticleDrugs, cash and weapons seized from Taft home
TAFT - A large amount of methamphetamine, cash and firearms were found by Sheriff's deputies inside a Taft home on Monday.According to the Sheriff's Department, a search warrant was issued for a home...
View Article17 News Special Report: Thousands of local inmates released early
BAKERSFIELD - Kern County jails released nearly 10,000 inmates early in 2012 due to overcrowding. So who is being let back onto the streets and how does the jail decide? It's a subjective decision...
View ArticleFire erupts at northeast Bakersfield apartment complex
Northeast Bakersfield-Bakersfield City and Kern County firefighters responded to an apartment fire early Wednesday in northeast Bakersfield.The flames erupted at the Vernon Vista apartment complex just...
View ArticleCop fired after bizarre stick-up
(KVOA) A 23-year-old Tucson Police officer is out of a job and facing serious charges.Kyle James McCartin was was arrested and charged with aggravated assault after he pointed a gun at a convenience...
View ArticleStudy shows contaminated water could cause birth defects
KERN COUNTY - Contaminated drinking water is a threat to the Central Valley and Kern County. Now, even more so as a new study links Nitrate contamination to several birth defects.Water is a basic...
View ArticleBakersfield city council member works to eliminate internet cafes
BAKERSFIELD - A Bakersfield city council member is pushing for internet cafes to be shut down. A committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday afternoon to determine how the city will challenge the...
View Article17 News Special Report: Kern County's realignment rehabilitation
KERN COUNTY - Thousands of inmates are being released early into our streets, and many are re-offending. But, a new county-funded program is hoping to break the revolving door that is Kern County's...
View ArticleSuspected chop shop results in three arrests
OILDALE - A probation search in Oildale led to three arrests for auto theft.The CHP says while searching a home on Lilac Street, officers discovered methamphetamine and a stolen truck in the advanced...
View ArticleBone marrow drive for Bakersfield boy
BAKERSFIELD - A bone marrow transplant could save the life of 11-month-old Jayce Walker who has Acute Myeloid Leukemia."He is struggling with his cells,” said Misty Thompson, Jayce’s grandmother....
View ArticleAdvocates for the disabled urge Governor Brown to take action
SACRAMENTO - Advocates for the developmentally disabled are calling on Governor Jerry Brown to take action to save our most vulnerable citizens.This, after a recent state audit found widespread abuse...
View ArticleAdvocate for victims of battered woman's sydrome, dies in prison
CHINO - Battered woman's syndrome advocate Glenda Crosley died on Saturday.Crosley became known as an advocate for domestic violence abuse victims after she was sentenced to prison for killing her...
View ArticleCondors announce affiliation with Edmonton Oilers
The Bakersfield Condors announced Thursday the team would serve as the ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers for the 2013-14 season. The agreement is anticipated to bring several prospects to...
View ArticleSheriff blasts NAACP
(WBBH) A Florida sheriff is taking the Lee County NAACP to task, writing a harsh and graphic letter saying the group's priorities are out of whack.Lee County Sheriff Lee Scott says he's gone to the...
View ArticlePolice name pot shop shooting, robbery suspect
The Bakersfield Police Department named a suspect in a double homicide and armed robbery at medical marijuana shop in central Bakersfield Wednesday.A $2 million arrest warrant was issued for Aaron...
View Article17 News investigates claim: Andy Vidak says he created 2,000 jobs
KERN COUNTY - With just days to go until the 16th State Senate District election, 17 News continues to examine each candidates' ad claims. Andy Vidak said he created 2,000 jobs. We found out those are...
View ArticleKern Regional Center troubles
BAKERSFIELD - The Kern Regional Center serves some 6,300 developmentally disabled people in our community through a host of different services. Now, a conflict is brewing behind the scenes.Several top...
View ArticleEmma's birthday wish
BAKERSFIELD - For a Bakersfield girl with Cystic Fibrosis, every birthday is a milestone. And this year, Emma Ritter's only wish is to receive 100 birthday cards.This is the first year six-year-old...
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