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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)

SLO County detectives solve 42-year-old cold case murder

Written on 20 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 6 comments

By KAREN VELIE As the number of cold case murders stacked up, San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office’s impressive cold case detective team began solving one case after another. Detective Clint Cole has spent years digging into some of the... (Continue reading)

Man who threatened SLO County official seeks insanity defense

Written on 18 Jan, 2026 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 8 comments

By KAREN VELIE The man accused of planning to kill San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow and then explode a bomb at Templeton High School claims he was not responsible for his alleged crimes because of mental defect... (Continue reading)

Find deals in SLO County on happy hours, lodging, dining

Written on 18 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. Rock and Roll Diner in Oceano and Pismo Beach Brighten up your day with a... (Continue reading)

SLO County gas prices continue falling, find lowest costs

Written on 18 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE While the national price for gas increased several cents, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County dropped three cents last week to $4.40 a gallon, according to figures from AAA. “Drivers... (Continue reading)

No anti-ICE zones for San Luis Obispo County

Written on 15 Jan, 2026 in Featured, Opinion | 32 comments

Statement from the SLO County District Attorney’s Office The San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office recognizes and respects the long-standing constitutional right of individuals to peacefully protest, petition the government, and exercise free speech in public forums. These rights... (Continue reading)

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

Written on 11 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. Old Juan’s Cantina in Oceano A great way to start your Sunday – brunch at Old... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices falling, find lowest costs

Written on 11 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE While national gas prices fell to the lowest level since 2021, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County dropped four cents last week to $4.43 a gallon, according to figures from... (Continue reading)

SLO County unemployment rate continues steady decline

Written on 10 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County’s unemployment rate fell slightly in November to 4.5%, the state Employment Development Department reported Friday. During the same time, unemployment rates fell in California and remained steady in the United States. The county... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo police seek help finding missing man

Written on 10 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE The San Luis Obispo Police Department is seeking the public’s help finding a missing 55-year-old man. David Fishman was last seen near the Amtrak Station this morning. Investigators describe him as a white male, approximately 5 feet... (Continue reading)