California theme park to permanently close roller coaster that was tallest, fastest in world
VALENCIA, CA – Once the tallest and fastest coaster in the world, Superman: Escape from Krypton at Six Flags Magic Mountain has taken its final flight, Six Flags has announced to the Orange County Register.
‘Working Man’ could have used some overtime
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — “A Working Man” is a tale of vigilante justice told in a style so unique it cannot be classified. Much of its rejection of tropes and stereotypes can be traced to the Shakespearean style writing of modern bard Sylvester Stallone. Just kidding. This film is little more than a retread of […]
Hwy 58 to close overnight on Monday, along with ramp, road on Tuesday
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – Highway 58 and other parts of the roads will close for two construction projects next week, according to the city of Bakersfield. Alternating lanes will close on eastbound Highway 58 above Highway 99 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. on March 31 as crews remove striping, according to officials with...
Greenfield Middle School unveils state-of-the-art gymnasium, The Nest
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Greenfield Middle School celebrated the grand opening of its first-ever state-of-the-art gymnasium, The Nest, on March 28, 2025. The new facility, located at 1109 Pacheco Rd., is set to enhance the school's physical education and athletic programs. The 14,000-square-foot gymnasium...
Bakersfield City Water and Sewer rate increases reach public comment
The proposed rate increases include a 34% increase on water rates and an over $700 jump annually for sewer rates.
BWC footage released of Virginia Park deputy-involved shooting
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET)– Newly released edited Body Worn Camera footage of the March 4th Virginia Avenue deputy-involved shooting. Sheriff deputies were dispatched to reports of a sexual assault of a minor when they contacted 42-year-old Homero Rosales Corona at Virginia Park. When deputies walked up to him, as...
Kern County Doula advocates for equality in maternal healthcare
After losing her third son due to healthcare disparities, Dani Wallace fights for support and proper care for mothers in Kern County.
Man accused of threatening Kern County supervisor removed from court for outburst
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The man accused of threatening a member of the Kern County Board of Supervisors was escorted out after an outburst during his first court appearance Friday afternoon. 61-year-old Parrish Kahn Buzzard was arrested for allegedly sending numerous credible threats through emails to a...
A historic California wine region is in peril: ‘Never seen it this bad’
Several of the most important vineyards and wineries in the region are up for sale or have closed.
Teen visiting friend died from self-inflicted gun wound as 56 year old man arrested
The owner of the guns was not home during the shooting, and was at work, though he has been charged
