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Today's top stories: Investigators searching for evidence after Minneapolis catholic school shooting kills 2, injures 17 Trump administration fires director of CDC after disagreements over COVID-19 vaccine Trial begins for convicted rapist for attempted sexual assault after being recently released from prison Infant dies after car crash on Sunday Kern Secret Witness asking for help in the cold case of Miguel Ibarra Lopez, a Wasco man who was killed in 2019 New details in Emmanuel Haro case Lancaster man accused of killing wife then fleeing the U.S. has been arrested then released 28th annual Hispanic Business Expo happening today For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Today's top stories: Arvin City Council special election held TuesdayKern County approves budget for upcoming fiscal year Possible plea bargin in talks in Zach Scrivner case Eight people arrested in encampment cleanup in East Bakersfield KCSO arrests Lake Isabella man after burglary investigation Little Fire 29% containedOld Kern Canyon Road open now New gun legislation would prevent 'DIY' machine guns Parents of missing 7-month-old charged with murder California homeowners may be eligible for earthquake damage grant For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Today's top stories: Fatal DUI crash investigation interrupted by 2 other alleged DUI drivers Bakersfield man arrested after shooting person at Oildale trailer park Fernando Jara, husband of Kern County Supervisor Leticia Perez, seeks mental health diversion after making threats Little Fire at 0% containment President Trump aiming to expand crime crackdownPresident Trump wanting to fire member of Federal Reserve Board Ohio father and child killed after lake crash Saturday Dust storm warning issued in Arizona National Dog Day deals at Dutch Bros and Starbucks For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Today's top stories: Woman dead after a suspected DUI crash in south Bakersfield Investigation underway after man was found dead on Lacey Street Man involved in officer involved shooting on Ming Avenue and Grand Lakes Avenue charges with assualt with a deadly weapon on a peace officer Cause of death revealed in the case of toddler left in hot car on Real Road Firefighters still trying to contain the 'Little Fire' which has burned 2500 acres Arvin special election dealine to approach Tuesday Kilmar Abrego Garcia facing deportation again National Guard troops now carrying weapons following Trump's crime crackdown in D.C. 43 adoptions made in KGET's annual "Clear the Shelters" event  For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Today's top stories: Heat advisory in effect for this weekend, Kern County fire department taking precaution Cooling centers open today in Kern CountyPublic safety power shutoffs in Kern County Kern County supervisor says board is taking safety precautions regarding Panorama park Investigation underway after inmate is stabbed in Wasco State Prison Authorities investigating death of inmate at Lerdo pre-trial facility President Trump joining police and national guard troops during D.C. crime crackdown Active shooter threat deemed as hoax in Pennslyvania after 911 call at Villanova University Hurricane Erin moving north For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Today's top stories:Russia launches aerial attack overnight Man pleads not guilty to the murder of a woman in fire in Oildale trailer park Three arrested in detergent burglary in Rosamond Investigation underway after illegal gambling bust in Wofford Heights Special election to be held today to fill city council seats in California City Congressman Valadao publicly opposes redistricting efforts in Texas, California Texas republicans approve redistricting maps Menendez brothers parole hearing scheduled for Thursday and Friday For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

1 dead, 3 hospitalized after head-on crash south of Lamont Man charged with first-degree murder after shooting and killing teen on Panorama Drive Fundraisers organized for Brody Davis, the teen killed in Panorama Drive shooting  Former Arvin teacher pleas no contest to unlawful sex with student Man to appear in court after woman was found dead in Oildale trailer park after firePublic demands external review of Child Welfare Services in Board of Supervisors meeting after death of Genesis Mata Investigation underway after person was shot and killed on Edison Hwy and Steele Ave Friday Deadlines approaching for cities to announce cooperation regarding sanctuary cities Bakersfield College holds event for new students 

Suspect in Panorama Drive shooting due in court today Public shows support for inmate who assualted stepmother of Genesis Mata Ray Mata sentenced to two year probation on gun, drug charges Rally to take place today in protest of CPS following the death of Genesis Mata President Trump working on arranging meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy President Trump working to ban mail-in voting by 2026 midterm electionTexas officials say measles outbreak is over For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

1 killed after shooting at Panorama Park SundayMan in custody after standoff with BPD in southwest Bakersfield Stepmother of Genesis Mata attacked in jail by fellow inmate Rally to be held in protest of CPS Tuesday Celebration of life to be held Monday for Arkansas couple in Bakersfield Protesters gather for 'Protect our Checks' rally Saturday Mother and child found in submerged SUV in Oakdale 'Breakfast Club' returning to theaters For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Trump and Putin Alaska summit to take place FridayHearing in Genesis Mata case postponed until mid October Kern county DHS proposing external review of child welfare services Petition created proposing internal investiagtion into CPS Arvin teacher accused of unlawful sex with minor, victim refusing to testify Inmate in custody after escaping male re-entry program BPD to hold DUI checkpoint Friday night For more loccal news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Murder-suicide investigation underway after domestic dispute in Southeast BakersfieldFour hour standoff ends peacefully in East Bakersfield, suspect arrested Father and stepmother of Genesis Mata to appear in court todayFormer KCSO deputy found guilty of multiple sex crimes to be sentenced today Bakersfield church burglarized, set fire in the same dayGov. Newsom to draw new congressional maps ahead of midterm election Alaska Trump and Putin summit to take place Friday For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Kern County Board of Education banning transgender girls from competing in girls sports Delay in filling seat of California City city councilVigil held for 16-year-old killed in drunk driving head-on collision Biological mother of Genesis Mata faced child abuse charges previous to daughter's deathPresident Trump expected to meet today with Ukrainian president Zelenskyy ahead of Putin summit Review of Smithsonian Museum to be done by the White House Beyonce wins Emmy for best costumes in Netflix special For more local news, visit KGET.com.Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Genesis Mata case brings parallels to landmark case of Gabriel Fernandez Investigation underway after inmate found unresponsive in Tehachapi prisonFirefighters continue to fight Gifford Fire, 120,000 acres burned Kern County firefighter James Agee continues to recover from rollover accident President Trump sending National Guard Troops to Washington D.C. streets, says crime is 'out of control' Buck Owens' Crystal Palace closes its doors after nearly 30 years Suspected gunman arrested in Austin after firing in a Target parking lot For more local news, visit KGET.com. Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information. 

Today’s top stories: 16-year-old dead after wrecking car Sunday on Union AvenueBakersfield community sets up memorial outside the motel room Genesis Mata was killedParents, other family hold protest for Genesis Mata outside the Department of Human Services building on FridayKern County firefighter hurt while fighting the Canyon Fire in Ventura and Los Angeles counties.Richbar fire burns 120 acres, shutting down Highway 178 on Saturday nightFor more local news, visit KGET.comStream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

Today's top stories:Grand Jury report pointed to staffing, budget concerns at Kern County Child Protective ServicesPolice ask for help to identify woman who assaulted apartment manager iin central BakersfieldKern Valley State Prison investigating attack against inmateLawsuit filed against gaming and social media apps in connection to alleged Kern County kidnappingPresident Trump touts latest tariffs, threatens Russia with sanctions over Ukraine2025 Kern County Fair discounted tickets available FridayFormer Senate candidate Katie Porter leads newest Nexstar-Emerson polling for California governorFor more local news, visit KGET.com.Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

Today's top stories:Court documents reveal grim details in death of 8-year-old Genesis MataReports indicate Mata's father already had active CPS case Experts urge public to report suspicion of child abuseGifford Fire continues to burn west of Kern CountyOvernight house fire in Frazier Park spreads to nearby brushArmy sergeant accused of shooting 5 soldiers at base in GeorgiaNew tariffs take effect Thursday as Trump threatens moreFormer shelter dog becomes member of Search and Rescue teamKern County firefighter back on the job after cancer diagnosis and treatmentFor more local news, visit KGET.com.Stream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

Today’s top stories: ‘The system failed my little cousin’: Family of Genesis Mata says CPS was notified for years of abuseMan charged with murder in Nimrod Court homicideMemorial Hospital recieves threats; code silver report issued and dismissedMan sentenced in viral domestic violence incident caught on camera in Bakersfield South Los Angeles taco truck hit by group of suspects in a late night attackFor more local news, visit KGET.comStream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

Today’s top stories: What we know about the death of an 8-year-old girl whose body was found inside Bakersfield motel roomLegal expert details the difference between self-defense and murder after homeowner shoots trespasser in Bakersfield19-year-old Ridgecrest man arrested for allegedly making threats with an AR-15 style rifleKern County Fair warns of scam attempts regarding vendor opportunities Texas Democrats continue hold out in an effort to block congressional redistricting planFor more local news, visit KGET.comStream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

Today’s top stories: Vigil held for 8-year-old girl that was found dead in Bakersfield motel roomMan shot dead in Bakersfield after dispute over loud musicGifford Fire reaches 49,700 estimated acres burned west of Kern CountyA massive fight involving at least 30 people broke out at a block party in east Bakersfield on Saturday Family remembers parents 60+ year marriage after dying one day apartFor more local news, visit KGET.comStream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.

Today’s top stories: Teacher admits to killing former Bakersfield couple hiking in ArkansasBPD, HVAC companies warn residents of copper wire thefts to AC unitsA suspected burglar who was shot by a Taft homeowner has died in custody67-year-old man dies while in custody of the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Man identified after being fatally struck by a vehicle on Hosking Avenue: policeFor more local news, visit KGET.comStream local news for free on KGET+. Visit KGET.com/plus for more information.