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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
KGET wins 7 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — KGET has won seven Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, including one for Overall Excellence, the Radio Television Digital News Association announced Tuesday. 17 News was recognized by RTDNA winning awards in the categories of Breaking News Coverage; Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; Excellence in Writing; Feature Reporting; Newscast; Sports Reporting; and Overall Excellence. KGET nominated for 9 Emmy Awards 17 News won the award for Breaking News Coverage for coverage of Zack Scrivner and charges filed against him on Feb. 14 in connection to a child abuse investigation. The organization recognized KGET for its 17 News at Sunrise broadcast from the Borel Fire. 'Explant: Breast Implant Illness' — a report examining the stories of women who reported illness and symptoms that may have been related to breast implants — was awarded for Feature Reporting. The story of the one-appearance major leaguer Herb 'Buckshot' May, won Regional Murrow Awards for Excellence in Writing and Sports Reporting. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now A profile of former Kern County lawmaker Roy Ashburn won the award for Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. RTDNA has honored broadcast and digital journalism with the Edward R. Murrow Award since 1971. The award is one of the most prestigious in journalism and honors the winning outlet's entire newsroom and not individual journalists. KGET was recognized in 2020 and 2022 with National Edward R. Murrow Awards. KGET has also been nominated for nine 2025 Emmy Awards. VIDEO ABOVE: 100 years after Herb 'Buckshot' May got a shot at pitching in the big leagues Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Yahoo
Scrivners reach agreement on restraining order, March hearing canceled
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Zack Scrivner and his wife have agreed to a three-year domestic violence restraining order, resulting in the cancelation of next month's family law hearing at which law enforcement and children were expected to testify about an incident at their home last year. Zack Scrivner, who faces five felony counts stemming from the April incident, must stay at least 100 yards away from Christina Scrivner and their four children through Feb. 4, 2028, according to a recent court filing. He's barred from contacting them in any manner. Sheriff Donny Youngblood, Scrivner's attorney spar over felony charges, child abuse investigation, 'preferential treatment' The Scrivners reached the agreement after a Feb. 4 hearing in family law court. Last week, after a 10-month investigation by the state Attorney General's Office, Zack Scrivner was charged with multiple counts of child endangerment. He allegedly took mind-altering substances on April 23, got in bed with and touched a child inappropriately. Scrivner is also accused of illegally possessing an AK-47 style rifle and an AR-15 style rifle. The next hearing in the criminal case is set for May 1. Thirty guns, electronic devices and psychedelic mushrooms were seized from the home, Sheriff Donny Youngblood has said. The sheriff said Scrivner was involved in a physical altercation and stabbed twice in the upper body over sex assault allegations. No one else was charged. The AG's office handled the case after the Kern County District Attorney's Office recused itself. Scrivner is the nephew of District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer. In addition to the domestic violence restraining order, a criminal protective order is in place barring Scrivner from contacting his wife and children. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
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Questions remain unanswered after long-delayed prosecution of Zack Scrivner
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Following 10 months of 'no comment,' the state Department of Justice on Friday announced five felony charges against former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner. That includes three counts of child cruelty and two counts of possessing an assault rifle, including AR-15 and AK-47 style despite charges, there are still lingering questions — such as, does Scrivner qualify for County pension? As well as the question the public — and Sheriff Donny Youngblood — have asked time and time again — why prosecution took so long. 'He is innocent of his charges,' said Zack Scrivner's criminal defense attorney H.A. Sala, as they wrapped up Scrivner's Friday afternoon arraignment — a not guilty plea to all five felony charges. Scrivner is out on his own recognizance, meaning he did not have to pay bail to stay out of custody. 'Indicating he doesn't present a flight risk nor a risk to public safety,' Sala added. Since the night of Tuesday, April 23, the former supervisor has faced allegations of sexually assaulting a preteen girl. The complaint details that while responsible for the care of the girl, Scrivner consumed mind and/or mood-altering drugs and substances, got into bed with her and subsequently touched her inappropriately. Yet, no sex crime or drug charges. 'Aunt, I hit someone!': Reports detail crash that killed Bakersfield boy, 8 It's also alleged that Scrivner was stabbed by that girl's teenage brother, who was trying to protect her, and that Scrivner was armed and suicidal. It was District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer — Scrivner's aunt — who placed a personal phone call to Sheriff Donny Youngblood to report the events. The case was prosecuted by the state due to conflict of interest. Since those allegations surfaced in April, Scrivner's whereabouts remained largely unknown. He took a paid medical leave of absence on May 6. 17 News confirmed during that time, Scrivner received his monthly base salary of about $9,478.20. Thus, annually during the 2022-2026 term — his most recent term on the Board — Scrivner made about $113,738.30 as an annual base salary. With benefits, he made about $145,923.96 yearly. About three months later on August 2, Scrivner resigned from the Board of Supervisors due to 'significant health and medical reasons.' 17 News confirmed back then Scrivner would be paid through his date of resignation. Monday, 17 News learned since that final paycheck, Scrivner has not received further compensation by the County. The Kern County Employees' Retirement Association — or KCERA — handles pension and disability benefits for county employees. KCERA told 17 News while many former supervisors have sought retirement benefits, Scrivner is not receiving any at this time. Sheriff Youngblood again declined to comment at this time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
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Did Zack Scrivner get special treatment during abuse investigation? Public voiced concerns over months-long process
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One of the recurring concerns from 17 News viewers was the widespread belief that Scrivner received special treatment. Factors such as the length of the investigation and lack of communication from investigators begged the question — what if it were someone else? You've heard the facts and know the story. Community members do too and they're crying out Zack Scrivner is receiving special treatment. READ: Full complaint against Zack Scrivner 'I wouldn't be standing up here if we didn't believe something occurred,' Sheriff Donny Youngblood said during a press conference last year detailing the night in question. Everything started April 23, 2024, when the then-county supervisor first was accused of child sex abuse. No one called 9-1-1 or the local police. Instead, his aunt, District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer, placed an 11 p.m. call directly to the sheriff. There was no arrest. Scrivner simply disappeared, leaving his attorney to speak for him. Then, people started lining up at the Board of Supervisors meetings. They all had the same concerns. 'Zack Scrivner, an elected representative who because of his political position and his different connections to law enforcement has received clear, preferential treatment over a series of extremely harmful actions,' said Alex Gonzales, with the Young Democrat Leaders during a Board of Supervisors meeting. 'Harmful to his family and harmful to the county.' 'If your child was sexually abused, how long would you like to wait for charges to be filed?' asked Dennis McLean, a concerned citizen. Former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner charged with child cruelty, weapons offenses Another citizen said Scrivner is receiving special treatment because of white privilege. 'The tough on crime narrative his Aunt DA Zimmer uses that tends to only apply to poor, marginalized black and brown residents,' said Ucedrah Osby. Scrivner remained gone, the supervisors' dais an empty seat along with even more angry people. 'Is he going to get to hide for 100 years. I wouldn't get to and neither would you,' said Duetta Riley, a District 2 resident. 17 News repeatedly reached out to the District Attorney's Office but Cynthia Zimmer's office declined to comment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Politics
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Scrivner's legal woes shattered family political network
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The saga surrounding Zack Scrivner isn't just a story about his alleged crimes. He was one of the most well-connected politicians in Kern County history. The Scrivner dynasty was a family mini-regime, of sorts, in Kern County politics, headed by the 51-year-old now former county supervisor and his powerful influential aunt, Kern County District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer. READ: Full complaint against Zack Scrivner Zimmer, first elected in 2019, has been a prosecutor for 39 years. She is president of the Family Justice Center and would face reelection in 2026. Scrivner elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2010 after six years on the Bakersfield City Council, got his start in politics as a field rep for then-Assemblymember Kevin McCarthy beginning in 2002. Scrivner's reach as a kingmaker – or queen-maker – extended to the Kern Community College District Board, to which his now-estranged wife, Christina Scrivner, was elected in 2022, resigning her seat on the Tehachapi City Council, where she served two years. She was also a member of McCarthy's state assembly staff, and filed for divorce from Scrivner in March 2024 after 18 years of marriage. School boards may not seem politically consequential, but the college board is a traditional springboard to higher office. It was for former county supervisor Pauline Larwood, former Bakersfield mayor Harvey Hall and former Congressman and Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy. It was for current county supervisors David Couch and Jeff Flores, who were on the Kern High School District board at different times. 'You have to fight the hard fight': High-profile cases involving sexual abuse can be extremely difficult on victims And Christina Scrivner – from a well-connected Ridgecrest family – her mother was editor of the local paper – has been mentioned as a possible Republican candidate for the reliably Republican 32nd Assembly District seat. That's where at least four consecutive members of Congress including McCarthy and his successor, Vince Fong, got their starts. Scrivner's mother, Kathy Scrivner, a retired teacher who taught for years in the Panama Buena Vista Union School District, won a seat on the Kern High School District board of trustees in 2022. Kathy is the sister of the District Attorney, Cynthia Zimmer. If, say, 10 years ago, Kern County's most astute political observers had been asked to name the young public servant with the highest ceiling, with the best chance of ascending to noteworthy heights in state, even federal government, many would have picked Zack Scrivner. No one is saying that now. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
