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18th Street closure in downtown Bakersfield begins Oct. 28
Around town18th Street will close between L and O streets in downtown Bakersfield starting Oct. 28.
Kern County California DeskOct 29, 2026
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Friant-Kern Canal bike trail nears completion
Community and eventsA new trail along the Friant-Kern Canal is nearing completion and is intended to connect northwest Bakersfield with the Kern River trail.
Kern County California DeskOct 26, 2026
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Four Killed in Head-On Crash on State Route 58
Police, fire and courtsA head-on crash on State Route 58 in Bakersfield left four people dead, Culver Legal reported.
Kern County California DeskOct 1, 2026