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Reparations insult California’s native Americans

Written on 13 May, 2023 in Featured, Opinion | 27 comments

OPINION by JAMES R. HENRY California has not yet acknowledged tribes that have applied for state and federal recognition. So reparations? Hahaha, I doubt it. Hearst Castle, Camp Roberts and Fort Hunter Liggett all sit on Salinan Tribe land. One... (Continue reading)

Bear caught on surveillance camera in Pismo Beach

Written on 13 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE A Ring camera caught images of a bear sauntering through a backyard in Pismo Beach on Thursday night. The large furry animal was spotted in the Pacific Estates area prowling through a yard. The resident provided a... (Continue reading)

California’s budget deficit grows to $31.5 billion

Written on 13 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 11 comments

By KAREN VELIE California’s budget deficit grew more than $9 billion since January, to $31.5 billion, Gov. Gavin Newson announced at a press conference on Friday. Newsom’s revised budget went from $297 billion in January to $306.5 billion. The May... (Continue reading)

Pismo Beach appoints interim city manager

Written on 13 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE Pismo Beach has selected Jorge Garcia, currently the assistant city manager, as interim city manager, the city announced on Friday. Garcia will take the helm on May 27. He is replacing Jim Lewis, who recently accepted the... (Continue reading)

Intruder wakes woman in SLO, man fondles student at Cal Poly

Written on 13 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo police are warning the public to keep their doors and windows locked after a woman woke up to an intruder in her home, while Cal Poly officers are warning women of a man who... (Continue reading)

Fire destroys Oceano restaurant

Written on 12 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE An early morning fire destroyed a Mexican restaurant on Front Street in Oceano on Friday, according to the Five Cities Fire Authority. At about 1:30 a.m., a caller reported a fire at the Los Tamales Poblanos restaurant.... (Continue reading)

Save on dining, drinks and more in SLO County

Written on 12 May, 2023 in Featured, Sales and deals | No comments

Find great local deals on dining, entertainment, legal services, automotive, landscaping and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. Cafe Roma Restaurant in San Luis Obispo Happy hour on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with half... (Continue reading)

Elderly man killed in ATV crash near Lopez Lake

Written on 12 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN An elderly man died in an ATV crash several miles east of Lopez Lake on Wednesday. [Tribune] Shortly before 4 p.m., the man was riding in the Hi Mountain Road area. His ATV went off the road,... (Continue reading)

Enney back on Paso Robles school board, detractor resigns

Written on 12 May, 2023 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 11 comments

By KAREN VELIE Kenney Enney was sworn in during a Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Board meeting on Tuesday, the second time he has taken the oath in less than seven months. A crowd of Enney supporters cheered as... (Continue reading)

Paso Robles man who carried out crime spree convicted of robbery, carjacking

Written on 12 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN A repeat offender who carried out a multi-day crime spree in Paso Robles, which included an armed robbery and a carjacking, faces life in prison after a jury convicted him of numerous charges on Thursday. Shortly after... (Continue reading)