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Missing boy found dead in Santa Barbara County

The body of a missing 5-year-old boy was found near Lake Cachuma in Santa Barbara County on Friday — just days after the boy’s father was charged with murdering him. After more than two months of searching, officers found the... (Continue reading)

Carrizo on the chopping block, need your help

OPINION by BRYANT BAKER In April, you probably saw pictures of the California super bloom – massive fields of yellow and rolling hills covered in patches of purple and orange. These pictures were shared across the globe on social media... (Continue reading)

Phyllis Madonna hands over her fashion show to Women’s Shelter

Following 30 years at the helm of her own fashion show, Phyllis Madonna is turning over control of the event to its beneficiary, the Women’s Shelter Program of San Luis Obispo County. Previously known as Phyllis’ Musical Revue & Fashion... (Continue reading)

Another home burned in Hill Fire

Cal Fire revealed Thursday that firefighters found another home that was destroyed by the Santa Margarita Hill Fire. The blaze has now destroyed a total of four homes. The Hill Fire, which began on Monday, has burned approximately 1,600 acres.... (Continue reading)

U.S. House passes bill named after murdered Cal Poly grad

The United States House of Representatives passed two bill Thursday intended to crack down on illegal immigration and crimes committed by illegal immigrants. One of the bills, “Kate’s Law,” is named after Cal Poly grad Kate Steinle, who was allegedly... (Continue reading)

Thieves drive off with motorcycle trailer in Grover Beach

Multiple suspects stole a motorcycle trailer that contained motorcycle parts from the 900 block of Huber Street on Wednesday morning, according to the Grover Beach Police Department. Surveillance footage show that the suspects arrived at the scene in a small... (Continue reading)

Former Los Osos Director Michael Wright dies at 68

Former Los Osos Community Services District director R. Michael Wright passed away on June 26 at the age of 68. He fell at work and died several days later. Wright was a member of the Los Osos board from 2011... (Continue reading)

Anger erupts after California speaker dumps single-payer bill

California progressives are furious with Democratic Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon, who last week halted the the single-payer health care bill that had passed the state Senate. Rendon and his critics are now trading blows as progressives lobby for the speaker... (Continue reading)

Hill fire burns 1600 acres, 85 percent contained

The Santa Margarita Hill Fire has burned 1,598 acres and is 85 percent contained, as of Thursday morning, according to Cal Fire. The fire did not grow in size on Wednesday nor overnight. Three structures have been destroyed by the... (Continue reading)

Macaroni & Cheese Festival 2017, event photos

American General Media Radio produced the grand wine and cheese lovers event of the year on the Central Coast last week, the Gourmet Macaroni and Cheese Festival at Avila Beach Resort.   See the photo gallery here... (Continue reading)