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Shandon man sentenced to 30 years to life for murder

Written on 2 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE A 34-year-old Shandon man who killed his stepmother and attempted to kill his father has been sentenced this week to 30 years to life in state prison. On the evening of July 17, 2023, Justin Buchanan stabbed... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County backyard burning season opening

Written on 2 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 13 comments

By KAREN VELIE Following recent rains, San Luis Obispo County on Tuesday announced plans to allow backyard burning beginning Dec. 8. With green grass emerging throughout the county, and stabilized fuel moisture levels, SLO County staff determined it is safe... (Continue reading)

Woman killed in vehicle versus pedestrian crash in Atascadero

Written on 1 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments

By ROBERT HANSEN A driver hit and killed a pedestrian in Atascadero on Monday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol. Shortly after 10 a.m., 66-year-old Gary Tipton attempted to turn onto the southbound Highway 101 offramp at San Anselmo... (Continue reading)

Former Gala Pride and Diversity Center director charged with embezzlement

Written on 1 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 12 comments

By KAREN VELIE The San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office announced today it filed grand theft by embezzlement charges against the former director of the San Luis Obispo Gala Pride and Diversity Center. Prosecutors charged 46-year-old Dustin Robert Colyerworth... (Continue reading)

High surf warning for San Luis Obispo County beaches

Written on 1 Dec, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE A high-surf warning is in effect for San Luis Obispo County beaches from 3 a.m. on Tuesday through 3 a.m. on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. Expect large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices fall slightly, find lowest costs

Written on 30 Nov, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE Despite increased demand over the Thanksging holiday, gas prices dropped  throughout the nation. The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County fell one cent last week to $4.75 a gallon, according to... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County officers arrest 12 for drunk driving during holiday

Written on 29 Nov, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County law enforcement arrested 12 people for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol during the Thanksgiving holiday. From Wednesday through Friday, officers and deputies arrested 12 drivers. The California Highway Patrol arrested... (Continue reading)

FBI warns of scam calls and texts from phony financial institutions

Written on 29 Nov, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE The FBI is warning the public of scam calls, texts, and emails that impersonate financial institutions in attempts to pilfer accounts, according to the Nov. 25 FBI warning. Since Jan. 1, over 5,000 residents reported more than... (Continue reading)

Dan Blackburn’s book acquired by Simon and Schuster

Written on 27 Nov, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE A best-selling book by CalCoastNews’ co-founder, Daniel Blackburn, has been acquired for digital distribution by Simon and Schuster, one of the “Big Five” publishers, third largest in the world. Blackburn was the sole reporter to interview Dorothea... (Continue reading)

Arroyo Grande police to conduct DUI patrols on Saturday

Written on 26 Nov, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE Arroyo Grande police officers plan to patrol for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs on Saturday, the department announced Wednesday. Additional officers will be patrolling the streets from 8 p.m. to 2... (Continue reading)