By JOSH FRIEDMAN A San Luis Obispo County jury on Friday convicted a Pismo Beach man of violating a criminal protective order for domestic violence. In the early evening of Sept. 10, 2025, Pismo Beach police officers responded to a... (Continue reading)
By KAREN VELIE Multiple callers reported a bear wandering about in the area of James Way in Pismo Beach on Monday. While Fish and Wildlife is aware of the bear, it will not be responding at this time. “In most... (Continue reading)
By KAREN VELIE A 60-year-old man is in jail for attempted murder after he allegedly stabbed a man near the Addie Street public restrooms in Pismo Beach on Saturday morning. Shortly before 8 a.m., a 911 caller reported the stabbing.... (Continue reading)
By KAREN VELIE Pismo Beach won the first place ranking for best beach in California by USA Today. “Pismo Beach is a picturesque seaside destination known for its panoramic coastal vistas, wide sandy shores, and laid-back California charm, offering a... (Continue reading)
By JOSH FRIEDMAN A fiery crash on Highway 101 in Pismo Beach backed up traffic in South County on Wednesday morning. Shortly before 10 a.m., a Mini Cooper crashed and caught on fire on northbound Highway 101 near Wadsworth Avenue,... (Continue reading)
By JOSH FRIEDMAN A semi-truck crashed into a construction zone on Highway 101 in Pismo Beach Monday night, resulting in a temporary closure of the highway to southbound traffic in the area. Shortly before 10:15 p.m., the semi-truck drove into... (Continue reading)
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)
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)
By KAREN VELIE The Pismo Beach City Council will consider a ballot measure on Tuesday to change the mayoral term from two years to four years. During a Feb. 6 meeting, the city council discussed placing a measure on the... (Continue reading)
By JOSH FRIEDMAN An 88-year-old Arroyo Grande man died Thursday morning after being struck by a vehicle in a Pismo Beach parking lot. Shortly after 10 a.m., a witness reported a collision involving a pedestrian and a vehicle in the... (Continue reading)