Jose Franco, KGET News

Jose Franco

KGET News

Bakersfield, CA, United States

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Past articles by Jose:

What to know about the flooding in Kern County

The recent rain prompted a massive water flow in the Kern River in that had not been seen in over 50 years. That rain then caused flooding in McFarland, Wasco, and the Kern River Valley. → Read More

Video shows Kern River in Kernville rising amid heavy rain

Video from Kernville Friday morning shows the Kern River rising quickly as heavy rain moved through Central California, KTLA sister station KGET in Bakersfield reports. The video shared with 17 News by Kyle Roberts shows the river near an overpass and water overflowing its banks. River flows of about 39,000 cubic feet per second were recorded Wednesday morning in the Kernville area. → Read More

Family asks for birthday cards for teen getting treatment for rare form of cancer

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Bakersfield family is hoping to celebrate a teen being treated for cancer with cards while he is in the hospital. Zayden DePina is 14 years old and is being treated for a rare form of cancer — B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. He is undergoing treatment at Valley Children’s Hospital in […] → Read More

1 person detained in possible robbery of Bank of America branch on Baker St.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Police are investigating a possible robbery at a bank Monday in East Bakersfield. Bakersfield Police Department Public Information Officer Sgt. Robert Pair said an investigation is ongoing at the Bank of America at 1201 Baker St. Officers have been at the location since around 3 p.m. One person has been detained […] → Read More

Golden Empire Most Wanted: March 2, 2023

The U.S. Marshals are asking for help to get a man considered a high-risk sex offender off the streets. Marshals are looking for Cutter Halleman, 36. He is on parole for grand theft and has a criminal history that includes sexual battery, assault with a deadly weapon and multiple DUIs. Halleman has ties to central […] → Read More

Rain floods portion of Hwy 33 Tuesday

A third storm is set to bring rain and more snow to mountain communities beginning Tuesday night. Rain has already closed portions of one road in Kern County. → Read More

The Bakersfield Californian drops ‘Dilbert’ comic strip over creator’s ‘hateful comments’

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield Californian said it is dropping “Dilbert” because of hateful comments made by the cartoon’s creator, management said. Scott Adams, the creator of the long-running syndicated comic strip, on his YouTube show last week described Black people as members of “a hate group” and that white people should “get away” […] → Read More

Bakersfield PD to host catalytic converter theft prevention event

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Residents can get a number etched into their catalytic converter in the hopes of preventing their theft. The Bakersfield Police Department is hosting the event on March 2 between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Pep Boys located at 2411 F St. Anyone interested must make an appointment at this link. […] → Read More

Bakersfield has gotten 35 times more rain so far this year compared to 2022

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A series of storms has drenched Bakersfield adding to an already impressive rain total for 2023. Bakersfield has received 4.23 inches of rain since Jan. 1, according to the National Weather Service. By comparison, at this same time last year, Bakersfield had only received .12 inches — a 35x difference. As […] → Read More

School closures: These Kern County districts are closed or delayed Monday

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The back-to-back winter storms from last week continue to impact Kern County. Snow and ice have forced a closure or delay of classes for the following school districts on Monday, Feb. 27. Peak to Peak Mountain Charter – closed due to snow and ice. Check back for updates. → Read More

Hwy 58 closed early Sunday morning due to snow and ice: CHP

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A portion Highway 58 from Bakersfield to Mojave is closed again due to snow and ice. The California Highway Patrol said the closure is for eastbound and westbound traffic between Towerline Road through Mojave. This stretch of Highway 58 has closed multiple times since Wednesday and the beginning of a series […] → Read More

Hwy 58 closed late Friday due to snow, ice through Tehachapi

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A portion of Highway 58 has been closed in Bakersfield, Caltrans said late Friday night. Caltrans District 9 said the closure is in place for the Tehachapi pass between Towerline Road in Bakersfield to Exit 172 near Mojave. The road has been closed since around 11:45 p.m. There is no estimate for when the road would reopen, Caltrans said. → Read More

Winter storm soaks Kern County roads

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Facing the elements is sometimes part of the job of a TV news reporter and 17’s Marco Torrez found that out Friday. Marco and photojournalist Juan Corona were at the base of the Grapevine for much of the day Friday covering the multi-hour closure of Interstate 5. Cold weather, rain and […] → Read More

Tehachapi could see ‘historic’ amount of snow as second storm moves into the area

TEHACHAPI, Calif. (KGET) — A new round of snow began to fall in Kern County mountain areas Thursday afternoon. In Tehachapi, temperatures were in the 30s, but the area did see some sunshine making for a beautiful, picturesque day. Highway 58 reopened to traffic early Thursday, but by late afternoon, snow was reported to be […] → Read More

Bakersfield College Alumni Hall of Fame accepting nominations for 2023 class

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield College Alumni Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for its next class of inductees. The BC Hall of Fame honors alumni who have had major impacts on the community and in their professions. The nomination deadline is March 15. You can submit a nomination at this link. → Read More

Highway 58 fully reopens Thursday morning following crashes, icy conditions

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Highway 58 has fully reopened to traffic Thursday morning, officials said. A portion of Highway 58 was closed between Towerline Road and Exit 165 north of Mojave since Wednesday afternoon due to snow, ice and multiple spinouts, but has reopened. Snow had been falling in the mountain areas and passes for […] → Read More

114-year-old Kern resident Modesto Lopez Bautista dies

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — One of Kern’s oldest residents, Modesto Lopez Bautista, died Wednesday at age 114, his family said. Bautista’s family told Telemundo Valle Central’s Norma Gaspar, Bautista died in his sleep. A rosary prayer service will be held in his honor on Thursday. His family says Bautista’s body will be flown back to Oaxaca, Mexico once arrangements are finalized. → Read More

Blizzard warning issued for Kern County mountain communities

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A blizzard warning has been issued for the Kern County mountains by the National Weather Service. Weather service forecasters in Hanford issued the warning Wednesday for 11 p.m. Thursday through 8 p.m. Friday for the communities of Tehachapi, the Grapevine, Frazier Park and Lebec as heavy snowfall and strong winds are […] → Read More

CALM announces death of bald eagle Lassen

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Lassen, a bald eagle who lived at the California Living Museum for over 30 years, has died, officials said. CALM made the announcement on its Facebook page on Saturday. Lassen, who arrived at CALM from Cal State University Bakersfield’s former Facility for Animal Care and Treatment in 1990, was a fan […] → Read More

Construction ongoing at new Frugatti’s location in NW Bakersfield

Owner Ralph Fruguglietti told 17 News on Friday there is not an exact opening date for the new Fruggatti's location, but barring any sudden or major delays they are on pace to open sometime in either September or October. → Read More