Santa Maria Police search for shooting suspect, catch stabbing suspect
Santa Maria Police are searching for a gunman who shot a victim multiple times Saturday evening. Read More …
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Cayucos’ pandemic takeout nightmare
Editor’s Note: The following series, “Life in Radically Gentrifying Cayucos by the Sea,” to be posted biweekly includes the notes, thoughts, and opinions of an original American voice: author Dell Franklin. Read More …
Man snatches plants from SLO coffeehouse
With plans to increase customers through outdoor dining, the owners of the Kreuzberg coffeehouse on Higuera Street in San Luis Obispo purchased a variety of potted plants to place around their parklet. Read More …
Did Arroyo Grande mayor threaten staffer, opponent?
A former city manager and a resident considering a run for mayor both recently accused Arroyo Grande Mayor Caren Ray Russom of intimidation and making threats. Read More …
Judge orders Ventura County church to stop indoor worship services
A pastor at a Ventura County church said Friday that he plans to continue holding inside services, shortly after a judge issued a temporary restraining order baring indoor worship services. Read More …
San Luis Obispo County sets record for coronavirus patients in the hospital
San Luis Obispo County broke its record for the highest number of patents with the coronavirus in the hospital, with 20 on Friday. During the past four days, SLO County reported Read More …
Beverly’s Fabrics in SLO to close down after 48 years
After 48 years in business, Beverly’s Fabrics on Higuera Street in San Luis Obispo is closing its doors in November. Read More …
AG Mayor Caren Ray Russom’s threats stopped me from running
I considered running for Mayor of Arroyo Grande because I disagree with the current administration on a number of issues. I don’t believe diverse viewpoints are welcome at the council and I don’t like the condescending and hypocritical attitudes people experience from the mayor when expressing them. Not coincidentally, staff morale is at a very low point and we’ve recently had resignations of many key employees including the city manager. Read More …
SLO coronavirus cases in perspective
OPINION by GORDON MULLIN Yes, all COVID-19 deaths matter. As well, all deaths matter. I was thinking about this recently and wondering about death. At 73, it’s often a topic my Read More …
Coronavirus outbreak lingering at Atascadero State Hospital
At least four patients and 21 staffers at Atascadero State Hospital have tested positive for coronavirus, as of Tuesday, internal testing figures show. Read More …