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Was the Zodiac Killer an elementary school teacher in Atascadero?

Written on 28 Oct, 2024 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 5 comments

By KAREN VELIE In a new documentary series by Netflix, three people who attended grade school in Atascadero describe their long-time relationship with a former teacher, a man suspected of killing at least five people as the Zodiac Killer. In... (Continue reading)

Armed man followed woman in Morro Bay, busted

Written on 28 Oct, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE Morro Bay police officers arrested an armed man near downtown Morro Bay who was following a woman around on Saturday. In the early morning hours, a caller reported a suspicious acting man following a woman. Officers arrived... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County specials on dining, lodging and more

Written on 27 Oct, 2024 in Featured, Sales and deals | No comments

Find great local sales and deals on dining, lodging, golf, happy hours and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. Old Juan’s Cantina in Oceano A great way to start your Sunday – brunch at Old... (Continue reading)

Which city council candidates lead in fundraising in San Luis Obispo County?

Written on 27 Oct, 2024 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE With more than three dozen city council seats up for grabs in San Luis Obispo County, one candidate has raised over $37,000 while others have decided not to engage in the fundraising battle. As of Oct. 19,... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria courthouse bombing defendant pleads not guilty

Written on 27 Oct, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN A 20-year-old man who allegedly set a bomb off injuring five people at the Santa Maria Courthouse has pleaded not guilty in federal court to three charges. Federal prosecutors charged Nathaniel James McGuire with one count of... (Continue reading)

CHP warns of Highway 41 delays between Atascadero and Morro Bay

Written on 27 Oct, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN The California Highway Patrol is warning drivers to expect delays on Highway 41 between Atascadero and Morro Bay Sunday morning as a result of PG&E crews doing electrical work. Drivers should expect intermittent traffic stops as PG&E... (Continue reading)

Creston Village welcomes trick-or-treaters on Tuesday

Written on 26 Oct, 2024 in Featured, Opinion | No comments

OPINION by JULIE TACKER Creston Village Assisted Living and Memory Care’s trunks, tricks and treats event is Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the facility parking lot. The community is invited to bring their costume-clad trick-or-treaters... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria police arrest attempted murder suspect

Written on 26 Oct, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE Santa Maria police officers arrested an attempted murder suspect on Thursday following a more than one-month investigation. On Sept. 18, a caller reported a shooting in an alley behind a business in the 1900 block of South... (Continue reading)

Oceano needs steady leadership – vote for Austin and Gibson

Written on 25 Oct, 2024 in Featured, Opinion | 3 comments

OPINION by ADAM VERDIN With Election Day fast approaching, I encourage Oceano residents to vote for Shirley Gibson and Linda Austin for the Oceano Community Services District (OCSD). These two candidates embody the thoughtful, steady leadership needed to secure a... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo developer seeking 51-month sentence in prison

Written on 25 Oct, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

Editor’s note: CalCoastNews is referring to developer Ryan Petetit, who changed his name to Ryan Wright during the case, as Ryan Petetit-Wright. By KAREN VELIE Former San Luis Obispo developer Ryan Petetit-Wright asked the court to expedite his sentencing hearing... (Continue reading)