Local news in San Luis Obispo County including San Miguel, Paso Robles, Shandon, Templeton, Atascadero, Santa Margarita, San Luis Obispo, Avila Beach, Morro Bay, Cayucos, Cambria, Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Santa Maria, and other cities along the Central Coast of California.
The California Highway Patrol worked alongside the department of homeland security and other agencies to arrest the ringleader of an organized retail crime operation that spanned 21 counties. CHP says the operation stole an estimated $8 million in beauty products, where the ringleader paid seven individuals to steal from beauty stores, and then sold the…
San Luis Obispo county officials have once again announced the closure of Cayucos pier. The pier was closed earlier this month out of an abundance of caution, after suffering damage due to the storms. The pier was reopened following inspection by engineers, on the condition that it will be closed when high-swell conditions are observed.…
The California mid-state fair announced that Grammy nominated singer and songwriter, Jelly Roll, has been confirmed to perform at the fair. Jelly Roll’s performance will be Tuesday, July 23rd in the Chumash grandstand arena at 7:30. In 2023, Jelly Roll earned 3 awards at the country music television music awards, becoming the most awarded artist…
Caltrans and contracted crews continue their repairs at Paul’s Slide on highway 1. Onsite assessments of other sections of the highway have also been made due to recent slides caused by rains. The first slide is known as the Dolan Point Slide, and the second is the Regent Slide. Both slides took place north of…
The city of Paso Robles announced they will be holding a public workshop to help gather resident input for setting goals in the upcoming two year budget cycle. The workshop will be Saturday, March 2nd at 10 am. The public is invited and encouraged to participate and attend in person or remotely to provide their…
The Paso Robles school board reviewed applications for the next superintendent in closed session during a special meeting last night. When the board reconvened to open session, they said they unanimously approved four candidates to interview. The interviews will be conducted on March 8th.
The San Luis Obispo county district attorney’s office announced they, alongside other departments and agencies, will be assisting with a Clean Slate Clinic on Friday, March 8th. This free clinic in San Luis Obispo will assist local residents who were processed through San Luis Obispo county superior court, expunge criminal records, reduce felonies, and seal…
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for San Luis Obispo county. The flood watch will go into effect Sunday evening through Wednesday morning. Excessive rainfall is expected for San Luis Obispo county, with multiple rounds of moderate to heavy showers, and perhaps thunderstorms, expected to affect the region, according to the NWS.…
In its February meeting, the San Luis Obispo council of governments adopted its 2024 state & federal legislative platforms. These are aimed at SLOCOG’s continued focus on acquiring and protecting state and federal funds for local priority projects. Other priorities for its platform include securing stable transit funding, addressing air quality and mobility goals, and…
Cal Fire announced that additional pile burns will be occurring today in the county. The burns are taking place in Cambria near Main street and Burton drive. Cal Fire will go through 17 piles of french broom vegetation, expecting to begin at 9:30 am and conclude by 4 pm. Smoke may be visible in the…
