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Child Molestation Case in Paso 02.01.2023

Yesterday, the Paso Robles police department learned of an ongoing molestation of a child. The crimes occurred over the past four years. Officers located the suspect in the 500 block of Oak street. He’s identified as 42-year-old Pablo Murillo Gonzalez of Paso Robles. When police showed up, the suspect tried to flee, but he was…

Scary Teacher 02.01.2023

In the month of January, the Atascadero police department was notified by the Atascadero unified school district office that a former employee made threats to current district employees. The threats were serious in nature and as a result, the police department conducted an investigation. The investigation confirmed that the employee had made terrorist threats. The…

Atascadero Open House 02.01.2023

The future of downtown Atascadero, the subject of discussion yesterday afternoon in the rotunda. Phil Dunsmore is community development director. He says there will be another Open House from 6-8 tonight at the rotunda. Tomorrow morning, there will be a virtual discussion. Those discussions continue for several weeks. Again, go to: atascadero.org to look at…

Storm Damage in SLO County 02.01.2023

Storm damage in San Luis Obispo county has reached 443 million dollars. That includes widespread flooding, mudslides, fallen trees, road closures, and power outages. Three fatalities including one in the north county which remains unresolved. The search continues for five year old Kyle Doan, who was swept away by floodwaters in San Marcos creek while…

Paso Parking Dilemma 02.01.2023

The Paso Robles parking program hits a roadblock last night. First, several Paso Robles residents complained about the proposed five hour per month free parking for locals. After the public weighed in, the council learned about problems with the parking app. Councilman Fred Strong raised some serious questions about the program. After deadlocking 2-2 on…

North County Weather 01.31.2023

Sunny today in the north county, highs near 59. ENE winds 5-10 miles per hour. Tonight, clear skies, lows near 29. Light variable winds. Mostly sunny tomorrow with a few clouds, highs near 63. Light variable winds. The extended forecast calls cloudy skies Thursday. Mostly sunny Friday and Saturday. Morning showers Sunday, about a 50%…

In Sports 01.31.2023

The Cal Poly football team gets a former 5-star quarterback. He’s Sam Huard, who is transferring from University of Washington with three years of eligibility. Huard played high school ball in Washington State for Sheldon Cross, who is the new offensive coordinator for the Mustangs. He played for Kennedy Catholic which is near Seattle. Sam…