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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)

Candidate for this week’s dumbest criminal in San Luis Obispo

Written on 7 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 9 comments

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo police arrested an alleged drug dealer last month whom they found intoxicated and lying on a sidewalk next to a large amount of drugs and cash. Shortly before 11 p.m. on Feb. 14, a... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo doubling fines for Saint Fratty’s Day

Written on 7 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 7 comments

By KAREN VELIE The San Luis Obispo Police Department has expanded the days for doubling fines for rowdy parties and alcohol offenses associated with Saint Fratty’s Day. The city’s safety enhancement zone begins today and extends until March 10, and... (Continue reading)

Drunk pizza delivery driver arrested in San Luis Obispo

Written on 7 Mar, 2025 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE An allegedly drunk pizza delivery driver was arrested Wednesday for DUI and for a hit-and-run crash in San Luis Obispo. Shortly before 1 p.m., a caller reported a two vehicle crash at Ella Street and Johnson Avenue.... (Continue reading)