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California Coastal Commission overstepped its authority in Los Osos

Written on 26 Apr, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 12 comments

By KAREN VELIE The California Supreme Court ruled this week that the Coastal Commission overstepped its authority when it blocked a developer from building already permitted homes in Los Osos in what some are calling a landmark case. “Today’s decision... (Continue reading)

Find deals in SLO County on happy hours, lodging, dining

Written on 26 Apr, 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. Hunter Ranch Golf Course – Hunter Ranch Bar & Grill Twilight special golf rate Tee... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria police detain drinkers, arrest suspect for firearm violation

Written on 26 Apr, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 10 comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN Santa Maria police officers arrested a suspect who allegedly tried to discard a ghost gun that he was carrying on Friday night. Shortly after 11 p.m., Gang Suppression Team officers arrived in the area of Grogan Park... (Continue reading)

Gas prices jump in San Luis Obispo County, find lowest costs

Written on 26 Apr, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE Amid instability in the Middle East, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County jumped 11 cents last week to $6.08 a gallon, according to AAA. In California, the average price for... (Continue reading)

Pismo Beach Councilman Scott Newton announces run for mayor seat

Written on 25 Apr, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE Pismo Beach City Councilman Scott Newton announced he plans to run for the mayor seat currently held by Ed Waage, who is not running for reelection. Newton has served on the council for more than five years.... (Continue reading)

Santa Maria officers arrest teen with a loaded gun

Written on 25 Apr, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE As part of its proactive enforcement opperation, Santa Maria police detectives arrested a 16-year-old with a loaded weapon on Thursday evening. Shortly after 6:30 p.m., officers patrolling the 400 block of W. Stowell observed a subject flee... (Continue reading)

Pismo Beach Mayor Ed Waage announced he will not seek reelection

Written on 24 Apr, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Pismo Beach Mayor Ed Waage announced he will not seek reelection in November after 18 years of service to the  city. Waage spent eight years as a councilman and ten years as the city’s mayor. I have... (Continue reading)

Battery fire in San Luis Obispo injures one person

Written on 24 Apr, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN A battery fire in the detached garage of a San Luis Obispo home left one person hospitalized on Friday. Shortly before 10 a.m., a caller reported the fire burning in the 400 block of Luneta Drive, according... (Continue reading)

Paso Robles woman loses more than $10,000 to scammer but gets the money back

Written on 24 Apr, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By JOSH FRIEDMAN A Paso Robles woman lost more than $10,000 as a result of a phone scam that involved using the Uber app to transfer cash. However, Paso Robles police quickly recovered the money and returned it to the... (Continue reading)

Show up, pay attention, run for office

Written on 24 Apr, 2026 in Featured, Opinion | 2 comments

OPINION by DORIAN BAKER Healthy communities depend on citizens who are willing to show up, pay attention, and take responsibility for local leadership. Right now, we are facing a shortage of willing candidates for school board and city council positions... (Continue reading)