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JD Vance writes of journey to Catholicism in "Communion," his first book since "Hillbilly Elegy"
2+ hour, 29+ min ago (1185+ words) Vice President JD Vance, a convert to Catholicism whose faith has been central to his adult life, writes about his religious journey in a new book that could ultimately serve as a sort of origin story for a future presidential…...
As officials again say Iran war could soon end, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (1132+ words) By most accounts, the strikes by the U. S. and Israel have significantly degraded Iran's military capabilities and killed scores of senior leaders. But those tactical successes don't necessarily translate into achieving all the president's strategic aims, even as the administration said…...
Pete Hegseth's blocks on promotions rankle former military leaders
3+ day, 16+ hour ago (1484+ words) Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's targeted blocks on the promotions of officers in the Navy and Air Force have intensified scrutiny from former military leaders, who call the moves unprecedented and a corrosive abuse of his power." A disproportionate number of…...
Canada seeks to ban social media accounts for children under 16, joining growing global effort
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (343+ words) Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Marc Miller speaks as colleagues and medical professionals look on during a news conference in Ottawa, Ontario, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) Canada is joining a growing global effort to tighten…...
US launches airstrikes on Iran after blaming Tehran for helicopter crash, prompting retaliation
5+ day, 7+ hour ago (868+ words) Iran launched attacks on sites in Bahrain, Kuwait, which both sounded alerts and fired air defenses in response. Jordan also reported shooting down five missiles that Iran shot at an air base hosting U. S. forces. Since the U. S. and Israel started the…...
Bill aiming to protect Central Valley taxpayers passes State Senate, heads to Assembly
2+ week, 2+ day ago (300+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) " Sen. Melissa Hurtado's legislative package aiming to boost tax protections has advanced through the California State Senate and is now headed to the State Assembly for consideration." The package, dubbed the 2026 Valley Taxpayers Protection Plan, focuses on…...
Multiple roads to close for weekend march along MLK Jr. Blvd
2+ week, 2+ day ago (102+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) " Several temporary closures will be in effect on Saturday, May 30 for a march in parts of Bakersfield. The closures will be in effect along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard for the fifth annual Mothers Against Gang…...
Get to know the candidates: We sent candidates for the Kern County Board of Supervisors District 3 seat a questionnaire. Here's how they responded
2+ week, 6+ day ago (878+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) " KGET sent the candidates running for Kern County's District 3 supervisor or treasurer/tax collector seats a questionnaire with basic questions about them, their political philosophy and more. We asked each candidate the following questions: Below are responses…...
Get to know the candidates: We sent candidates for the 35th Assembly District seat a questionnaire. Here's how they responded
3+ week, 2+ day ago (898+ words) BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) " KGET sent the candidates running for California's 35th Assembly District seat a questionnaire asking questions about them, their political philosophy and more as a way for the voters to better understand who they are. We asked each candidate…...
Your Kern County 2026 Election Voter Guide
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (401+ words) Editor's Note: This page will be updated with new reporting, polling and race developments through the June primary election. As the 2026 elections inch closer and closer, 17 News has you covered. With this year's voter guide, Kern County residents and beyond…...