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Two arrested in CHP operation in San Luis Obispo County

Written on 11 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By SUMMER AWBREY The California Highway Patrol conducted a special enforcement operation in San Luis Obispo County on Friday, arresting two drivers and citing 93 drivers. The goal was to reduce traffic crashes by targeting factors such as speeding, distracted... (Continue reading)

Thunderstorms headed to the Central Coast

Written on 11 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE Several storms are forecast to bring heavy rain to the Central Coast over the next three days, according to the National Weather Service. With rain likely starting after 11 a.m. on Wednesday. San Luis Obispo County is... (Continue reading)

This week’s San Luis Obispo County government meetings

Written on 11 Mar, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | No comments

By CalCoastNews staff Will the Morro Bay City Council approve changes to its Short Term Rental Ordinance which could lead to additional permits available for those on the wait list? How is Atascadero managing its Measure D-20 funding? These are... (Continue reading)

Santa Barbara judge approves class action suit for cannabis odors

Written on 10 Mar, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 13 comments

By KAREN VELIE Fed up with cannabis odors in and around their homes, a group of Santa Barbara County residents sued a marijuana cultivation business in 2023. Last week, the court certified the class action suit against Valley Crest Farms... (Continue reading)

Drunk driver crashes into fire hydrant in San Luis Obispo

Written on 10 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE An alleged drunk driver crashed into a fire hydrant in San Luis Obispo on Sunday which flooded the roadway, police said. On Sunday afternoon, a caller reported a vehicle had crashed into a hydrant near the intersection... (Continue reading)

Attorneys were the judges: Ratings for SLO County judges

Written on 9 Mar, 2025 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 15 comments

By KAREN VELIE The San Luis Obispo County Bar Association recently released a survey in which participants ranked local judges on their professionalism, efficiency and knowledge of the law. Even though 77 attorneys participated in the poll, very few voted... (Continue reading)

Find deals in San Luis Obispo County on lodging, dining, more

Written on 9 Mar, 2025 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. Rock and Roll Diner in Oceano and Pismo Beach Brighten up your day with a... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas costs dropping, find the lowest prices

Written on 9 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE After months of rising gas prices, the average cost for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County fell seven cents last week to $4.94, according to figures from AAA. Softer oil prices led to the... (Continue reading)

Santa Barbara officers arrest alleged serial robber

Written on 9 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Santa Barbara officers arrested a serial robber on Friday who allegedly targeted businesses in both Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. Following two robberies in January, the Santa Barbara Police Department and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office began... (Continue reading)

Why did Cal Poly San Luis Obispo cut its swim and dive teams?

Written on 8 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 8 comments

By KAREN VELIE Cal Poly San Luis Obispo announced Friday that it had cut its swimming and diving programs effective immediately, according to an email to students from Cal Poly President Jeffrey Armstrong. “Unfortunately, Cal Poly is not immune to... (Continue reading)