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PR police union demands safe work environment

Written on 30 Jan, 2012 in Featured, Opinion | 92 comments

STATEMENT By PASO ROBLES POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION We as police officers and dispatchers are honored to serve the great citizens of Paso Robles and do so with pride. We know the responsible citizens of Paso Robles work very hard, pay... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria police officer shot by best friend

Written on 30 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 48 comments

The father of the Santa Maria police officer who was shot and killed while on duty Saturday morning by a fellow officer describes the shooter as his son’s best friend. [KSBY] Officer Matt Kline had attempted to arrest Albert Covarrubias,... (Continue reading)

Pot dispensaries, an answer to budget shortfalls?

Written on 30 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 12 comments

Federal and city authorities continue to send conflicting messages to those Californians looking to open marijuana dispensaries. [SFChronicle] This February, officials within the city of Oakland are expected to grant permits to four new pot shops, doubling the number of... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria police officer accused of sex with teen

Written on 28 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 69 comments

The Santa Maria police officer who was shot and killed earlier today allegedly had a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl, Chief Dan Macagni said. Police discovered the 29-year-old suspect knew he was going to be arrested for sexual misconduct... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria police officer kills another officer

Written on 28 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 47 comments

Santa Maria police shot and killed a fellow officer early today while attempting to serve a warrant on the man for alleged sexual misconduct against a minor. [KCOY] Department officials are not releasing the identity of the dead officer until... (Continue reading)

Sam Blakeslee not running for reelection

Written on 28 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 25 comments

State Sen. Sam Blakeslee, R-San Luis Obispo, officially announced he will not seek reelection shortly after the California Supreme Court validated redistricting maps slated to give the Democrats an edge.  [Tribune] On Friday, the high court decided that senate maps... (Continue reading)

She’s sexy, she knows it, and she’s 5

Written on 27 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 17 comments

A child celebrity’s mother is suing three major media outlets for airing a video and reporting on the actions of 5-year-old Isabella Barrett when she danced and sang an electro-rap song entitled “Sexy And I know It” at a New... (Continue reading)

Police chief accused of sexually assaulting her officers

Written on 26 Jan, 2012 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 563 comments

Law enforcement officers have names for the girls offering them sex on the beat: Badge Bunny. Holster Sniffer. Uniform Jumper. Handcuff Hugger. In Paso Robles, brethren in blue have one more: The Chief. A flurry of complaints and mounting formal grievances... (Continue reading)

Grover Beach man arrested for attempted murder

Written on 26 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 7 comments

Police arrested a Grover Beach man on Saturday and charged him with attempted murder after he allegedly shot at a victim in a drug deal gone bad at the Motel 6 on 4th Street in Pismo Beach. On Dec. 13,... (Continue reading)

Morro Bay man arrested for having sex with a minor

Written on 26 Jan, 2012 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 4 comments

A Morro Bay man already being held for burglarizing a home was charged Sunday with sexual assault of a minor. On Sunday, police arrested Adam Bearden, 28, and charged him with 16 felony counts in the molestation of a young... (Continue reading)