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Hazmat crews sent to BHS
Bakersfield High School was put on lockdown after several small explosions were heard.
At about 11:50 a.m. Monday, Bakersfield Fire Department, Bakersfield Police Department and other investigating agencies were sent to BHS regarding an explosion. -
Fire breaks out near Gorman off-ramp
A fire broke out near the Gorman exit on Interstate 5.
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LIVE VIDEO: Tornado touches down in OK
Live streaming video of the tornados that are making their way through Oklahoma.
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Vandalism along canal raises concern
Residents who live alongside an irrigation canal in south Bakersfield, contacted 23ABC because they were frustrated that the water district was ignoring their concerns.
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Train derailed in Tehachapi
A train has derailed in Tehachapi.
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Report: Poor moving to nation's suburbs
More poor people live in the nation's suburbs than in urban cities because of affordable housing, service-sector jobs and the increased use of housing vouchers, according to a study released Monday.
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Poll site list for Special Election
The Special Primary Election for the vacant 16th District Senate Seat is tomorrow.
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Police: Man shoots girlfriend in head
A Bakersfield man is facing several charges including attempted murder after Kern County …
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Baby's death under investigation
A baby's death is under investigation after he was found unresponsive at his home.
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Man arrested after chase, gun found
Kern County Sheriff's deputies seized a handgun during a foot pursuit Sunday night.
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BPD: Man with medical condition missing
A man suffering from acute medical condition is missing and police said they need help …
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Early ballots being called into question
Monday morning the California Republican National Hispanic Assembly is expected to file …
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National News
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LIVE VIDEO: Tornado touches down in OK
Live streaming video of the tornados that are making their way through Oklahoma.
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Postponed US long-range missile test due
The Air Force says its test launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile, which Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel had postponed in April because of tensions with North Korea, is now scheduled to happen on Tuesday.
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Arias lawyers again ask to withdraw
Jodi Arias' lawyers have asked to withdraw from case and say they won't call any witnesses in penalty phase of her trial.
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Archie Comics' cover to feature gay kiss
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Theft suspects dial 911 by mistake
California News
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Woman sentenced for issuing fake IDs
United States District Judge Lawrence J. O'Neill sentenced Rosemary Fierros, 47, of Madera, today to four years in prison, United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced. A federal jury found her guilty in February 2013 of 31 counts in a conspiracy to sell official California drivers licenses to ineligible individuals.
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Father of slain girl, 10, confused
A devastated father says he has no idea why gunmen targeted his Northern California home over the weekend, killing his 10-year-old daughter as she watched TV.
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CA bill would strip secrecy
Two lawmakers are seeking to strip broad secrecy provisions from the California agency overseeing implementation of President Barack Obama's health care reforms.
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Report: Poor moving to nation's suburbs
More poor people live in the nation's suburbs than in urban cities because of affordable housing, service-sector jobs and the increased use of housing vouchers, according to a study released Monday.
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Homeowner kills suspect with sword
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Yahoo buys Tumblr for $1.1 billion
Spotlight
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2013 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
Click here for exclusive details about prizes for the 2013 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway.
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Get Storm Shield for weather alerts
Storm Shield is a life-saving app that is like a NOAA Emergency Weather Radio for your iPhone and Android.
The Grand Fire
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The Grand Fire Complete Coverage
Complete coverage of the Grand Fire as it burns thousands of acres of land south of Bakersfield near Lebec.
David Silva In-Custody Death
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David Silva In-Custody Death
Complete details regarding the 911 call, raw surveillance video as well as full coverage of the in-custody death of David Silva.
Entertainment
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Zsa Zsa Gabor's home sells for $11Mil
A judge approved the terms of the sale of the ailing Zsa Zsa Gabor's longtime Bel Air residence for $11 million in a deal that will allow the actress to remain in the residence for three years.
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Barbra Streisand to receive honorary PhD
A leading Israeli university says it will present singer Barbra Streisand with an honorary Ph.D. when she visits Israel next month.
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Archie Comics' cover to feature gay kiss
It's a just quick kiss, but it's a long step forward for openly gay character Kevin Keller in Archie Comics.
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‘Harry Potter' 1st edition to be auction
A first edition copy of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" that contains author J.K. Rowling's notes and original illustrations is going on sale in a charity auction.
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Streisand to receive honorary PhD
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Cannes rolls out red carpet
Sports
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Super Bowl 50 site to be decided Tuesday
NFL owners will vote on the sites of the 50th and 51st Super Bowls on Tuesday at their spring meetings.
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Beckham plays last home game
Never a stranger to the big stage, David Beckham was finally overwhelmed and reduced to tears as he went out in a burst of fireworks and cheers Saturday in his final home game for Paris Saint-Germain before retirement.
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Tehachapi upsets Garces, eliminates Rams
Warriors find a way to push over a run, oust rival Garces
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Jim Tyack Awards set to jump off
Jim Tyack Awards showcase high school excellence
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Rams get strong pitching effort at home
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Beckwith sends email regarding sanctions
Irresistible
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Theft suspects dial 911 by mistake
Two suspects were arrested for breaking into a car in California after accidentally calling 911 on a cell phone.
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Who's the daddy? Baby puzzles zookeepers
Sounds like a job for "Maury." Officials at a Connecticut zoo are wondering how an anteater has given birth.
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Honeybees trained to find land mines
Honeybees are being trained in Croatia to find land mines.
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A lion, tiger and a bear live together
Baloo the black bear, Leo the lion, and Shere Kahn the Bengal tiger are all full grown predators but they've been cuddling, playing ball and chasing each other around for the last ten years at Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary in Georgia.
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Failing student accused of fake kidnap
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Kai arrested for death of NJ lawyer
Slideshow Center
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A dog found lost and hurt in South Carolina was discovered to be…
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A zoo in Germany did its baby animal inventory Thursday.
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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jorge Salazar with Wounded Warrior Regiment…
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Looking for a low-stress job? Check out the most- and least-stressful…
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The following are images of some common plants that are toxic to…
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Rita Venegas sends in photos of tumbleweeds taking over her home.
Consumer
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Doggy dentist a must for healthy pets
While the dentist is a regular stop for healthy humans, dog owners should also consider taking their four-legged friends in for yearly cleanings, experts say.
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Yahoo buys Tumblr for $1.1 billion
Yahoo is buying online blogging forum Tumblr for $1.1 billion as CEO Marissa Mayer tries to rejuvenate an Internet icon that had fallen behind the times.
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Winning Powerball ticket sold in Florida
One Powerball ticket sold in Florida matched all 6 numbers to win more than $590M -- the highest jackpot in history.
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Man downloads Apple's 50 billionth app
An Ohio man downloaded Apple’s 50 billionth app and won a $10,000 gift card to the iTunes store.
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Only 2 of 13 small SUVs do well in tests
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Ford facing lawsuit over EcoBoost engine
Health
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CA bill would strip secrecy
Two lawmakers are seeking to strip broad secrecy provisions from the California agency overseeing implementation of President Barack Obama's health care reforms.
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New food map updates nutrition facts
A new food map developed by researchers at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill shows updated nutrition facts that differ from government data.
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The menace of addiction knows no bounds
Pat Mulieri has achieved uncommon success in her 75 years, the last 18 as a Pasco County, Fla., commissioner. She earned a doctoral degree and taught college English for 26 years. She is known for a kind heart, for aiding the poor and homeless. She rescues stray animals.
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Study: Bras may make breasts saggier
A French study shows that wearing bras might make women's breasts saggier.
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The menace of addiction knows no bounds
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Study: Bras may make breasts saggier
