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Four people injured in DUI crash near SLO, video

Written on 9 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE and JOSH FRIEDMAN Three people suffered major injuries and one man suffered minor injuries in a head-on DUI crash near San Luis Obispo on Monday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol. Shortly after 7 p.m., a... (Continue reading)

Man facing two homicide charges over Lompoc shooting

Written on 8 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN The suspect in a fatal shooting in Lompoc late last month is now facing two homicide charges after a man shot and wounded in the incident died of his injuries. Shortly after 3 a.m. on April 30,... (Continue reading)

Nipomo man found not fit to stand trial for arson

Written on 8 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE A judge ruled a Nipomo man who allegedly broke into the Santa Maria courthouse on Feb. 18 and started a fire is not competent to stand trial. On April 20, a judge ruled 31-year-old Eric Spies was... (Continue reading)

Are San Simeon officials cleaning house?

Written on 8 May, 2023 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 4 comments

By KAREN VELIE Four months after cutting ties with its legal counsel, the San Simeon Community Services District Board of Directors is looking for a new general manager. The board voted earlier this year to bifurcate general manager and operational... (Continue reading)

Veterans on a train

Written on 7 May, 2023 in Discovered, Featured | 3 comments

Editor’s Note: The following series, “Life in Radically Gentrifying Cayucos by the Sea,” to be posted biweekly includes the notes, thoughts, and opinions of an original American voice: author Dell Franklin.  Franklin’s memoir, “Life On The Mississippi, 1969,” is currently... (Continue reading)

California panel calls for billions in reparations for black residents

Written on 7 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 22 comments

By KAREN VELIE A California panel on Saturday approved recommendations for reparations to black residents for decades of discrimination and repression. The nine-member committee will provide their proposed recommendations to the state legislature for review. Proposed reparations could run up... (Continue reading)

SLO to start construction on new parking structure

Written on 7 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 20 comments

By KAREN VELIE The City of San Luis Obispo plans to break ground this month on a new 163,000-square-foot parking structure at the corner of Palm, Nipomo and Monterey streets. An existing parking lot has been closed for demolition and... (Continue reading)

Alleged drunk driver flees after hitting fire hydrant in SLO, video

Written on 6 May, 2023 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE An alleged drunk driver crashed into a fire hydrant in San Luis Obispo early Saturday morning before fleeing the scene. The vehicle was later found, along with a group of men who had been drinking downtown, though... (Continue reading)

Great deals on dining and more in SLO County

Written on 5 May, 2023 in Featured, Sales and deals | No comments

Find great local deals on dining, entertainment, legal services, automotive, landscaping and more while supporting San Luis Obispo County businesses and the local economy. Marisol at the Cliffs in Pismo Beach Admire ocean views while you enjoy a three course... (Continue reading)

Paso Robles teen brandishes a weapon, lands in jail

Written on 5 May, 2023 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 24 comments

By KAREN VELIE Officers arrested a Paso Robles teen on Thursday after he posted a photo of himself brandishing what appeared to be a handgun on Instagram. Working together, officers with the Paso Robles Police Department and the San Luis... (Continue reading)