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Carrot spill closes streets near Sumner and Baker in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Streets near Sumner Street and Baker Street are closed after a carrot spill on the roadway Friday afternoon. The spill happened after 3 p.m. There was what appeared to be carrots on the roadway. Roads were closed in the area.
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On-ramp lane from Truxtun Avenue to Westside Parkway to temporarily close
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The city of Bakersfield announced a 10-day closure for the far-right lane of the on-ramp from Truxtun Avenue to the westbound Westside Parkway starting Friday. The closure is planned for the ongoing pavement rehabilitation project that began in July, according to city officials who thanked the public for its patience. The […]
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Brush fire burning near Grapevine Rd, traffic slowed along I-5
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A brush fire burning near Grapevine Road is causing delays for drivers along Interstate 5 Wednesday night. A brush fire was reported along northbound lanes of I-5 near an escape ramp just north of Grapevine Road at around 7:20 p.m. A semi truck reportedly caught fire after entering the escape ramp […]
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18th St to partially close Thursday, Friday for corridor improvements
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A two-day closure is scheduled on 18th Street for an ongoing corridor improvement project in downtown Bakersfield, according to city officials. The closure on 18th Street between L and O streets is set to begin Oct. 1 as crews continue grinding the street, officials said. It is expected to be completed […]
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All northbound lanes on I-5 near Lebec back open after Wednesday night shutdown
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Northbound Interstate 5 near Lebec is back open after a semi-truck crash and fire forced a temporary closure Wednesday night. The CHP’s website said the incident began on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at around 7:21 p.m. when a semi-truck went into the west escape ramp on northbound I-5.
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Westside Pkwy to Truxtun Ave to close for rehab work
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — City officials said the off-ramp from eastbound Westside Parkway to Truxtun Avenue will close temporarily starting Sunday. The ramp’s closure is part of the city’s ongoing road rehabilitation project that started in July. City officials said they anticipate the ramp to be closed through Oct. 5 so crews can repair the […]
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Shafter Approves 1,200 Lennar Homes Right in High-Speed Rail's Path
Shafter has given the green light to a sprawling new Lennar subdivision in the Gossamer Grove area, and California's high-speed rail planners say the city just approved homes on top of their own cleared route. The California High-Speed Rail Authority contends the tract map is in direct conflict with its planned alignment, setting up a standoff that could end with bulldozed streets, condemned lots, or a courtroom battle.
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Truxtun Avenue to Westside Parkway on-ramp stays closed as crews await materials
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Drivers are continuing to deal with a major closure along Truxtun Avenue as a city road rehabilitation project misses its expected completion date. The City of Bakersfield said the project, which was expected to be completed by September 20, has been delayed. That means the...
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BPD urge parents to schedule car seat checks ahead of National Seat Check Saturday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department reminds parents and guardians to ensure children ride safely by using the correct car seats, booster seats, and properly fitted seat belts. It's part of an annual campaign, Child Passenger Safety Week, from September 21-27 to raise awareness about the importance...
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Which roads will be closed for the Kern County Fair? Here’s what you need to know.
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Drivers should consider taking alternate routes for the next several weeks as a handful of Bakersfield roads will face closures for the Kern County Fair. City officials said Friday that South P Street will be closed between Belle Terrace and Ming Avenue starting Wednesday, Sept. 23 for the fair and will […]
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Temporary closures to impact Calloway Drive, Fruitvale Ave intersection this weekend
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The ongoing construction work on Hageman Road will require the closure of an intersection at Calloway Drive and Fruitvale Avenue on Sunday, Sept. 20 and Monday, Sept. 21. The construction work for the pavement rehabilitation project is excepted to be performed from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. both days and officials […]