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Conversations around Bakersfield becoming a 'sanctuary city' continue sparking concern among residen

Conversations around Bakersfield becoming a 'sanctuary city' continue sparking concern among residents


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 9:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17
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Extreme heat wreaks havoc on crops in Kern County


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 9:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

Misinformation spreading on Big Bear eagle Jackie


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 9:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

Public comments on becoming a sanctuary city at Bakersfield city council meeting


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 9:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

Morning Minute: The Bakersfield community debates a new sanctuary city proposal

In your Morning Minute: The Bakersfield community debates a new sanctuary city proposal, parts of the local bike path are set to close for maintenance, and CALM Zoo gets ready for their annual Ice Cream Zoofari.


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 8:44 AM
Source: 29 Eyewitness News

Oil profits sky rocket


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 7:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

Kern County Fire fights Buzzard Fire with assistance from LA County Fire


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 7:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

‘Boring’ maintenance is critical to making sure your AC doesn’t blow out, tips from a local expert |

We're battling a brutal heatwave and at the front of the line is our air conditioning. Owner and CEO Douglas Oakes of Can Do Crew Plumbing, Heating & AC is here to go over how to make sure your units are withstanding the summer heat. The biggest take away, according to Oakes, is preventative care. He stresses the importance of doing the “boring” maintenance of routinely checking on your unit for signs of distress and changing out your air filter. 17 News at Sunrise


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 7:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17

23ABC Morning Weather Update Aug 6, 2026

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Latest Kern County, California and US and world news from 23ABC in Bakersfield, Calif.


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 6:14 AM
Source: 23 ABC News Videos

CA governor candidate Becerra campaigns in Sacramento, urges defeat of voter ID measure


Posted: Thursday Aug-6-2026 12:55 AM
Source: KGET TV 17