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Several fires burn in San Luis Obispo County

Written on 29 May, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By JOSH FRIEDMAN Several fires burned across San Luis Obispo County on Tuesday, three of which ignited along highways and one which caused damage on a property.  At approximately 9:45 a.m., a grass fire sparked near the intersection of Highway... (Continue reading)

Grover Beach violates judge’s order to validate recall petition

Written on 29 May, 2024 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 8 comments

By KAREN VELIE The City of Grover Beach violated a judge’s order to approve Grover H2O’s petition to recall Councilman Daniel Rushing. City Clerk Wendi Sims had until Tuesday at 5 p.m. to approve the petition. Last week, San Luis... (Continue reading)

Hill Fire in Santa Barbara County grows to 1,383 acres

Written on 29 May, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE A wildfire burning in the hills east of New Cuyama in Santa Barbara County has scorched 1,383 acres and prompted an evacuation warning. The Hill Fire is 10% contained. Callers first reported the fire burning near the... (Continue reading)

Deputies catch fugitive who allegedly stabbed girlfriend in rural Santa Maria

Written on 29 May, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN Detectives last week caught a fugitive who allegedly stabbed his girlfriend in rural Santa Maria in Jan. 2023. Shortly after 3 a.m. on Jan. 27, 2023,a caller reported an assault in the 2000 block of Sherwood Drive... (Continue reading)

Atascadero police seeking help identifying two women

Written on 28 May, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE The Atascadero Police Department is seeking the public’s help identifying two women regarding a theft at Walgreens on May 17. Officers want to talk with the women about a theft that occurred at the store. The women... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County veterans honored in Paso Robles, photos

Written on 28 May, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County residents honored veterans at the Paso Robles District Cemetery on Memorial Day. Attendees had the opportunity to recognize and honor veterans during the ceremony. Locals offered gratitude to those who served their country.... (Continue reading)

Person suffers major injuries in Nipomo crash

Written on 28 May, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN A person suffered major injuries in a two-car crash in Nipomo Tuesday morning, according to Cal Fire. Shortly before 6 a.m., a caller reported a collision in the area of South Frontage Road and Division Street. Ambulances... (Continue reading)

This week’s San Luis Obispo County government meetings

Written on 28 May, 2024 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | No comments

By CalCoastNews staff The Arroyo Grande City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on May 28 in the council chambers. The city council wants to increase the city’s sales tax rate by a full percentage point in the November election.... (Continue reading)

Fire sparked by a vehicle burns 37 acres along Highway 166

Written on 28 May, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By JOSH FRIEDMAN A grass fire sparked by a vehicle towing a recreational vehicle burned 37 acres along Highway 166 in northeastern Santa Barbara County on Monday.  Shortly after 2 p.m., a caller reported the blaze burning about a half-mile... (Continue reading)

Court finds fraud, orders $3.6 million judgement against San Luis Obispo attorney

Written on 27 May, 2024 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 19 comments

By KAREN VELIE In a scheme rife with fraud and deceit, San Luis Obispo attorney John Belsher bilked his clients out of millions of dollars while living a life of luxury. The court ordered Belsher and his partner Ryan Petetit... (Continue reading)