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Did SLO County warn district attorney staffers to avoid anti-ICE protests?

Written on 1 Feb, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 8 comments

By KAREN VELIE In a news article and an editorial, Tribune writers accuse the San Luis Obispo District Attorney Office of fearmongering and of “warning its employees to steer clear of Tuesday’s anti-ICE protest.” “The memo, signed by the head... (Continue reading)

Spike in San Luis Obispo County gas prices, find lowest costs

Written on 1 Feb, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE The winter storm that ravaged most of the nation led to supply disruptions and increased gas prices, especially in California. The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County spiked 10 cents last... (Continue reading)

SLO County businesses and students join ICE out protest

Written on 30 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 34 comments

By KAREN VELIE Outrage over a second fatal shooting by an immigration officer in Minneapolis led to a “national shutdown” across the country on Friday, including San Luis Obispo County. Organizers asked people not to attend work, school or purchase... (Continue reading)

County awarded $21 million for mental health facility in Paso Robles

Written on 29 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE The state recently awarded San Luis Obispo County a $21,639,180 grant for a proposed mental health facility in Paso Robles. The funds will be used to purchase and renovate an existing facility in Paso Robles that will... (Continue reading)

SLO County supervisors plan to donate money to anti-ICE groups

Written on 28 Jan, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 61 comments

By KAREN VELIE After listening to more than five hours of public comment, the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors agreed on Tuesday to have staff look into prohibiting Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from entering the jail lobby... (Continue reading)

SLO County Sheriff Parkinson to explain his office’s interactions with ICE

Written on 26 Jan, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 24 comments

By KAREN VELIE While Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has increased operations in San Luis Obispo County, a small group of people have accused local law enforcement of violating state laws in order to assist ICE agents. On Tuesday, the... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County deals on dining, lodging, happy hours

Written on 25 Jan, 2026 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. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort in Avila Beach Rise and shine Mornings just got better! The... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices increase, find lowest costs

Written on 25 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County increased four cents last week to $4.44 a gallon, according to figures from AAA. In California, the average price for a gallon of gas... (Continue reading)

SLO County unemployment rate continues steady decline

Written on 23 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County’s unemployment rate fell in December to 4.3%, the state Employment Development Department reported Friday. During the same time, unemployment rates fell in California and in the United States. The county unemployment rate fell... (Continue reading)

Will financial troubles at the SLO County waste agency ever end?

Written on 21 Jan, 2026 in Featured, Opinion | 4 comments

OPINION by JULIE TACKER As a long-time county-wide watchdog, I have spent the last year watching the embattled San Luis Obispo County waste agency with great interest as it deals with allegations of financial failures. In July, I shared with... (Continue reading)