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San Luis Obispo police seek help identifying alleged thief

Written on 30 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 7 comments

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo police are seeking the public’s help identifying a woman who allegedly stole a cart full of items from a hardware store last week. On Friday shortly before 5 p.m., a woman went into Miner’s... (Continue reading)

Suspected arsonist in Santa Barbara County fire arrested

Written on 30 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE Santa Barbara County Fire investigators arrested a suspected arsonist in the Ridge Fire, a wildfire fire burning near the Hollister Ranch. Investigators announced Sunday the arrest of a man on arson charges. The investigation is ongoing. Shortly... (Continue reading)

Wildfire burning near Hollister Ranch in Santa Barbara County

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

By KAREN VELIE A wildfire fire burning near the Hollister Ranch in Santa Barbara County has scorched 30 acres and is uncontained, according to Cal Fire. Shortly after 10 p.m., a caller reported the fire burning near Cuarta Road. Located... (Continue reading)

PG&E warns San Luis Obispo County residents of possible power outages

Written on 28 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 8 comments

By KAREN VELIE It is going to be hot in San Luis Obispo County next week which could result in power outages for some PG&E customers. PG&E warns of possible public safety power shutoffs in parts of San Luis Obispo... (Continue reading)

Bartender charged with murder in Santa Maria DUI crash

Written on 28 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE Prosecutors recently charged a bartender who caused a fatal crash on Highway 101 in Santa Maria earlier this month with murder. After initially filing charges of manslaughter and DUI, the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office added... (Continue reading)

Rollover crash on Highway 101 north of San Luis Obispo

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

By KAREN VELIE A rollover crash on Highway 101 north of San Luis Obispo on Friday afternoon is blocking traffic in both southbound lanes. CHP officers are diverting traffic along the side of the highway. Shortly after 2:25 p.m., a... (Continue reading)

Three power outages impacting San Luis Obispo County residents

Written on 27 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 5 comments

By KAREN VELIE More than 600 PG&E customers lost power in San Luis Obispo County on Friday morning. Shortly after 1 a.m., 203 PG&E customers located north of the Paso Robles airport and east of San Miguel lost power. PG&E... (Continue reading)

More rentals on the Central Coast available in 2024

Written on 27 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE Contrary to most California markets, there are more rentals available on the Central Coast this year compared to 2023. The additional rental units have led to fewer prospective renters vying for each property. While the market remains... (Continue reading)

Student made threats against junior high school in Paso Robles, arrested

Written on 26 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE Law enforcement on Thursday arrested a 12-year-old student at Lewis Flamson Junior High School in Paso Robles who allegedly made threats against the school on social media. After receiving a tip about a threat of violence targeting... (Continue reading)

Five injured in Santa Maria Courthouse bombing, suspect identified

Written on 25 Sep, 2024 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE A 20-year-old man injured five people on Wednesday morning when he exploded a bomb at the Santa Maria Courthouse. All the victims were treated and have since been released by the hospital. Shortly after 8:35 a.m., Nathaniel... (Continue reading)