Business
Automation Pioneer Doubles Workforce for Air Force Drone Contract
Trust Automation secures $490 million deal for drone detection and mitigation systems, fueling rapid growth.
Developer Proposes 24 Condos Near Downtown Paso Robles
Montage Development seeks approval for 12 duplexes with 4-bedroom units and 61 parking spaces.
Morro Bay Fisherman Settles Civil Enforcement Action
Charter boat operator agrees to pay fine and operate legally after being caught fishing in restricted waters.
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Economics
San Luis Obispo County Gas Prices Soar
Conflicts in the Middle East drive up costs, but some stations offer relief
San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties See Population Declines
Census data shows drop in residents despite state estimates of slight increases
Central Coast Gas Prices Rise Amid Iran Tensions
Seasonal factors and global oil market instability push up fuel costs in California
Lifestyle
Truck Crashes Into Arroyo Grande Pizza Restaurant
Owners plan to reopen after structural damage to storefront
San Luis Obispo Residents Join Mayor for Community Workout
Mayor's fitness initiative promotes health and community connections.
Historic Fremont Theater Temporarily Closed for Signage Repair
Part of the theater's iconic sign broke off during a storm, leading to a street closure and safety concerns.
Crime
Inmate Escapes from Lompoc Prison Camp
Authorities searching for convicted meth dealer who walked away from minimum-security facility.
Morro Bay Police Arrest SLO County Men for Alleged Fentanyl Sales
Authorities seized over 5 ounces of fentanyl and 0.15 grams of methamphetamine from the suspects' vehicle.
Cal Poly Instructor Pleads Not Guilty to Soliciting Minor
Kevin Coulombe accused of arranging meeting with undercover detective posing as 14-year-old girl
Weather
Fire damages home in SLO neighborhood
Cause of the blaze is under investigation by local authorities.
Prescribed Burn Scheduled East of Santa Margarita
CAL FIRE to conduct controlled fire to enhance safety and ecosystem health
Fifth-Wheel Trailer Fire in Oceano Contained
Multi-agency response successfully put out the blaze with no reported injuries or damage estimates.
