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Vehicles burning at San Luis Obispo water treatment plant

Written on 8 Sep, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE Two vehicles are burning in a fire on Tuesday afternoon at the San Luis Obispo water treatment plant, in an area used for storage. Shortly after 4:30 p.m., a caller reported a fire burning off the Bob... (Continue reading)

Emergency landing at Paso Robles airport, minor injuries

Written on 8 Sep, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Experiencing a landing gear malfunction, the pilot of a small, single-engine plane landed the Cesna 152 on its belly Monday evening. Shortly before 8 p.m., the emergency landing left one person suffering from minor injuries. The pilot... (Continue reading)

Swimming at Santa Margarita Lake likely next year

Written on 8 Sep, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE Because of a new state law, swimming and other forms of body-contact recreation are likely to be permitted at  Santa Margarita Lake in mid-2027. San Luis Obispo County staff is working to address health, safety and operational... (Continue reading)

Man allegedly tries to set girlfriend on fire near homeless camp

Written on 7 Sep, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 5 comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies on Friday morning arrested a man who allegedly tried to set his girlfriend on fire near a homeless encampment in the Montecito area. On Thursday, shortly after 8:15 p.m., deputies responded to... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County deals on dining, lodging, happy hours

Written on 7 Sep, 2026 in Featured, Sales and deals | No comments

Find great local sales and deals on dining, happy hours, lodging, golf and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. SeaVenture Beach Hotel and Restaurant in Pismo Beach Pismo staycation for locals Locals have been... (Continue reading)

Amber Alert issued for missing girl who was impregnated by her father

Written on 7 Sep, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office announced on Sunday that an Amber Alert has been issued for 14-year-old Diana Galvez Ortega, the girl whose father is accused of impregnating her and hiding her from authorities. Investigators are searching... (Continue reading)

Judge orders Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach closed amid safety concerns

Written on 6 Sep, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE With concerns that Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach could fall into the ocean, on Aug. 27 a judge ordered the restaurant to shut down. The closure of the popular event center has left many brides and event... (Continue reading)

SLO County woman accused of election fraud blames complicated rules

Written on 6 Sep, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 7 comments

By KAREN VELIE The San Luis Obispo County woman on trial for election fraud told the jury last week that she did not know about campaign regulations when she ran for office. Charged with eight felonies and one misdemeanor, Powell... (Continue reading)

Gas prices over $6 a gallon in SLO County, find lowest costs

Written on 6 Sep, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments
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By KAREN VELIE Amid unrest in the Middle East, the average price for gas surged in San Luis Obispo County last week jumping 17 cents to $6.07 a gallon, according to AAA. At $5.87, the average price for a gallon... (Continue reading)

Man charged with murder for DUI crash that killed unborn baby

Written on 5 Sep, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE A 46-year-old man faces two murder charges for a wrong-way crash on Highway 101 that killed a Grover Beach man, seriously injured a pregnant woman from Atascadero and caused the death of her unborn child. David Worthington... (Continue reading)