The Kern County Sheriff’s Office announced the passing of Sergeant David George.In a social media post, KCSO said, “Sergeant ...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Kern County over an inmate’s suicide in September 2023, alleging high-ranking county officials — including the sheriff — ...

The Kern County Sheriff’s Office asked for the public’s help Monday in finding a man who went missing a year ago.

A Kern County inmate faces an additional 52 years to life while already serving 50 years for a murder after he was convicted ...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — More than two months have passed without charges being filed against a detentions lieutenant with the Kern County Sheriff’s Office who crashed twice the same day while ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: This story aired on 17 News at 5 before confirmation of the inmate’s capture. BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Francisco Garcia, 23, ran from deputies while he was being treated at Kern ...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — The Kern County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about scam calls from people falsely claiming to represent the department and requesting payments for various ...

Kern County Supervisors are optimistic about finding a solution to a lack of local jail beds and say they’re encouraged by the different groups coming together to tackle the issue. Local officials are ...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is asking for permission to apply for a grant to buy 10 electric bikes, according to the Kern County Board of Supervisors agenda for ...

The Kern County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of Sergeant David George, a 19-year veteran who died on May 3.