Business
San Luis Obispo Developers Sued Over $100K Affordable Housing Fee
Three friends built 8 new homes, but were hit with a hefty fee under the city's inclusionary housing policy.
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.
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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
Cal Poly Mandates Freedom of Expression Training for Students
Training aims to educate students on First Amendment rights and campus policies
Cuesta College Hosts Midterm Study Jam Across Campuses
Free food, tutoring, and community connection help students prepare for midterms.
Cal Poly Defends Flock Safety Cameras Amid Student Backlash
University officials address concerns over data sharing and privacy at student government meeting.
Crime
San Luis Obispo Announces Road Closures, Increased Fines for Saint Fratty's Day
City takes measures to curb rowdy parties and alcohol offenses near Cal Poly campus
Atascadero Police Arrest Band Member for Graffiti Vandalism
20-year-old suspect allegedly spray-painted business walls to promote his band
San Luis Obispo Doubles Fines for Saint Fratty's Day Revelry
City expands safety enhancement zone to curb rowdy parties and alcohol offenses near Cal Poly campus.
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.
