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7 days ago
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Fleeing suspect released pitbull from kennel during foot pursuit in south Bakersfield: police
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Bakersfield police came to a home in the 3300 block of Margalo Court 8:35 p.m. Tuesday night for reports of someone violating a restraining order. Officers say they made contact with the suspect identified as 26-year-old Marion Delouth III, in front of the home, but he fled into the backyard and released a large pitbull from its kennel. Fearing for their safety, an officer shot the dog after they say it aggressively charged at them. The dog was wrapped in a white bed sheet and put in the back of pickup. Delouth was arrested and booked on charges of assaulting an officer. No one else was hurt. 4 people hospitalized after truck collides with school bus near Shafter Sergeant Eric Celedon with Bakersfield Police Department released a statement to 17 News saying, 'For clarification, discharging a firearm by an officer at a dog is not considered an 'officer-involved-shooting', as defined by law.' 17 News went to the home to speak with the dog owner who was still in tears from the incident. She told 17 News his name is Mojo, a three-year-old American Bulldog she got for her boys while they were still playing football. The boys moved out, and Mojo became her baby. The dog owners have demanded answers from police to know why a taser or mace wasn't used instead of a gun. Mojo's owners declined to go on camera because they said it won't change anything. At last report, Mojo was transported to a veterinarian hospital where he's undergoing treatment for his injuries. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-05-2025
- Business
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Chick-fil-A looking to open location in Delano
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Chick-fil-A is looking to spread its wings beyond Bakersfield, the company says. Chick-fil-A told 17 News, the company is 'actively pursuing' its first location in Delano. The company didn't provide an opening date for the restaurant, but said they are working with the city of Delano on the approval process. Philly-themed Burger Hut pulls in crowds, relatively speaking, for grand opening week The company provided 17 News the following statement: 'While we are still early in the process, Chick-fil-A is happy to share that we are actively pursuing our first location in Delano, CA. We look forward to working through the approval process with the City of Delano and are excited by the prospect of joining the community. We hope to have the opportunity to serve new Guests delicious food in an environment of genuine hospitality and care.' Never miss a story: Make your homepage No possible location for the upcoming store was provided. The company says each of its locally owned and operated locations creates 80 to 120 jobs. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-05-2025
- Automotive
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Caltrans to conduct emergency guardrail repairs on NB I5 near California Aqueduct
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Caltrans is scheduled to conduct emergency guardrail repair on northbound Interstate 5 near the California Aqueduct Friday afternoon. According to Caltrans officials, crews are scheduled to block two lanes of northbound Interstate 5 for the repairs. This may impact traffic. The repair work is scheduled to last several hours, according to Caltrans. Officials with the highway patrol told 17 News the repairs are due to an overnight crash when a F250 truck with a car hauler struck the guardrail. No one was injured in the crash. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-05-2025
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Court Watch with Jason Kotowski: May 23, 2025
Each week, Kern County judges hear and attorneys argue cases on issues big and small. 17 News and provide coverage of some of those cases making their way through the system. On 'Court Watch with Jason Kotowski' reporter Jason Kotowski discusses 17 News coverage of the criminal cases that have garnered the most attention from viewers and readers. This edition of 'Court Watch' was recorded on May 23, 2025. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-05-2025
- Politics
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‘Medicaid cuts kill': Healthcare rallies continue, this time with mock caskets and tombstones
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Tensions on Capitol Hill rage on, regarding the new budget proposal. The divide between Republicans and Democrats is evident in our backyard as well, especially on the topic of potential cuts to healthcare programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Local Democratic leaders have been rallying week after week, demanding that Congressman David Valadao of California's 22nd Congressional District vote no on that budget bill. But Tuesday morning's demonstration was the most somber one yet. 'Will Valadao stand with his constituents or side with people who cut taxes for the richest of Americans?', one attendee asked during her rally speech. Constituents and community leaders made their way to his district office on M Street, alongside a hearse. With signs that read 'Medicaid cuts kill,' protesters, with mock caskets and tombstones, held a mock funeral procession, showcasing the irreversible effects of Americans losing access to healthcare, should cuts to Medicare and Medicaid — known as Medi-Cal in California — happen. Some will be fasting until Friday. 'Do your job. Stand with your people. Abstaining is not enough. You need to vote against it,' said attendee Devon Newton, whom 17 News has interviewed at a prior rally. Dolores Huerta, civil rights activist, added '[If he votes for this budget bill], he needs to be replaced. And I'm sure Ms. Bains and any other of the candidates will be a great replacement for him.' Assemblywoman Dr. Jasmeet Bains, whom Huerta mentioned is considered a potential opponent of Valadao come the 2026 Midterm Election. Another vote on an amended version of the bill is expected soon, and Valadao will have to act. The representative voted yes on the first version of the bill, but was not present for the second vote. That's why Huerta and Devon Newton say this time, he must vote no. This all comes as House Speaker Mike Johnson brought President Trump to Capitol Hill Tuesday to bring GOP lawmakers in line to pass his budget. Both Kern Congressmen Valadao and Vince Fong were in that closed door meeting. In a statement earlier this week, Valadao responded to repeated healthcare demonstrations, stated in part quote 'Nothing has been finalized, and as we continue to work through the reconciliation process, I'll keep fighting to protect access to care for hardworking Valley families.' In further defense of Valadao — who is up for reelection in 2026 — a spokesperson for the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) told 17 News, 'Instead of fighting for hardworking Californians, lunatic Democrats are staging phony political theater to defend taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegal immigrants.' That's the campaign arm of the House GOP and are standing behind Valadao yet again as its candidate. It's not yet clear who the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), the campaign arm of the House Democrats, is endorsing in the battle for CD-22. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
