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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Police are on the lookout for drunk drivers in this SLO County city. When & where

Police will soon be on the lookout for drunk drivers in San Luis Obispo County. The San Luis Obispo Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint at an “undisclosed location” within city limits starting Friday, Nov. 13, the agency said in a news release. “The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road,” police said. Here’s when and where to expect police: When is DUI checkpoint in SLO County? Where? The SLO Police Department will conduct the sobriety checkpoint from 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, to 1 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. Police didn’t share the exact location of the checkpoint, but said it was “determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes.” What is considered impaired driving in California? Impaired driving isn’t limited to alcohol use, according to the SLO Police Department. “Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving,” police said. Although medicinal and recreational use of cannabis is legal in California, “ driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal ,” police said. Am I required to submit to a sobriety test? Under California law, all drivers are required to stop and submit to

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Cal Poly grad swept into ocean, Nipomo boy battles E. coli. Today's top stories

San Luis Obispo County marked Veterans Day while grappling with grief, legal battles and civic transitions. Here’s a roundup of the top stories from The Tribune on Nov. 11, 2026. Cal Poly grad feared lost at sea: Se Nah Park, a 24-year-old 2024 Cal Poly chemistry graduate, was swept into the ocean at Panther State Beach near Santa Cruz on Nov. 8 when an incoming tide knocked her and friends over. The U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search after covering 95 square miles of coastline over two days. Veterans Day in SLO: The Central Coast Veterans Memorial Museum hosted a Veterans Day celebration the day before closing for county renovations, honoring veterans from the Korean War to recent service. Director Bart Topham said he wanted to throw a real party on the museum’s last open day. Wrongful death lawsuit filed: The children of John and Kristen Ruskey, who died of carbon monoxide poisoning at a Cambria home on Feb. 8 , filed a lawsuit Oct. 26 against homeowners Ben and Robin Korman and water heater maker Navien Inc. The suit alleges the water heater vented carbon monoxide into the guest bedroom and that a detector in the room was disconnected

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Layoffs hit KSBY in SLO as parent company downsizes nationwide

KSBY was a part of nationwide layoffs as its parent company eliminated over 430 positions amid a companywide transformation. But its unclear how many jobs were lost here or exactly what they were. In total, the NBC affiliate’s parent company E.W. Scripps Co. laid off 431 employees while also creating more than 100 new positions in its local newsrooms focused on field reporting and community connection, regional general manager Lisa Moore told The Tribune on Monday. “These were difficult decisions, and we’re grateful to the colleagues whose roles were eliminated,” Moore wrote in an email. “We’re committed to supporting them through the transition.” KSBY was among the Scripps stations affected by the layoffs, but Moore did not share the number of positions eliminated in the newsroom. The affected roles in San Luis Obispo were tied to traditional newscast production and station operations, not on-air anchor or reporter positions, she said. The mass layoffs were a part of Scripps’ companywide transformation to adapt broadcast, streaming and digital news formats. Most changes will happen behind the scenes, Moore said, with a new operating model and automation that will allow KSBY journalists to update stories throughout the day on broadcast, streaming, digital and

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After 64 years, Holloway’s Christmas Tree Farm will open final season in Nipomo

After more than six decades of welcoming families to pick out Christmas trees, enjoy hot cocoa and make holiday memories, Holloway’s Christmas Tree Farm is preparing for its final season under the Holloway family. For co-owners Carl and Deborah Holloway, retirement follows years of operating the family business and...

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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KSBY layoffs and a new look for a longtime gym. Today's top stories

The Tribune covered five major developments across San Luis Obispo County on Nov. 10, 2026, from newsroom layoffs to Cal Poly’s revised campus plans. Here’s a quick look at the top stories: KSBY layoffs: KSBY was among the Scripps stations hit by nationwide layoffs , as parent company E.W. Scripps Co. eliminated 431 positions while creating more than 100 new roles focused on field reporting. Regional general manager Lisa Moore said the affected San Luis Obispo roles were tied to traditional newscast production and station operations, not on-air positions. New Paso Robles gym: Paso Robles Ironworks Gym opened Nov. 1 at 580 Linne Road , replacing longtime tenant Iron Jungle with a fully renovated 5,000-square-foot space. Grubman and Sheela Hilton added fresh paint, refurbished equipment and a new posing room, and had 200 members by the fifth day of operation. Ambulance response times: Templeton Fire Chief Tom Peterson wants to add paramedics to fire engines after finding that ambulances take more than 20 minutes to reach some emergencies roughly 80 times a year. The proposal would also boost shift staffing from two to three firefighters at an estimated cost of $500,000 or more annually, and goes before the district board

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KSBY News

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Sheriff's Office searching for killer in deadly Guadalupe shooting

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office is searching for the person who killed 55-year-old Paul Anthony Delgadillo a homeless man in Guadalupe.

Guadalupe, CA · 22h

San Luis Obispo Tribune

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One person dies in SLO County E. coli outbreak, Public Health says

One person has died in connection with an E. coli outbreak in San Luis Obispo , the county Public Health Department confirmed Tuesday. “We can confirm that one individual associated with the E. coli outbreak has died,” San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department public information officer Tom Cuddy said in a statement. “We are sharing this information with the permission of the individual’s family. “This is truly a heartbreaking development, and our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected by this outbreak,” he added. “The entire team at Public Health extends our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones during this difficult time.” The department did not share additional information on the person who died. Last week, the health department announced it was wrapping up its investigation into the outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli that officials believed was tied to Brookshire Farms on Los Osos Valley Road. There have been five confirmed total cases of E. coli in the outbreak — though there were eight additional unconfirmed other cases reported as well, the health department previously said. Of those confirmed cases, three involved children who were receiving intensive care after developing Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome. When reached

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Cal Poly Grad Missing After Being Swept Out to Sea During Beach Bonfire

A recent Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, graduate is feared dead after she was swept out to sea Sunday night at a beach near Santa Cruz, California. Se Nah Park, 24, of San Bruno, a city in the San Francisco Bay Area, was reported missing to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office around 8 p.m. Sunday, according to a Facebook post from the Sheriff’s Office.

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Under fire, SLO City Manager Whitney McDonald resigning

San Luis Obispo City Manager Whitney McDonald announced plans to resign between now and mid-January during a city council meeting on Tuesday. McDonald is hoping to pursue a career in psycho therapy. “After a lot of deep reflection, I have some bitter sweet news to convey,” McDonald said wiping tears...

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Guadalupe Public Safety Director Michael Cash Resigns Ahead of Job Review

Amid questions about his use of city funds, Guadalupe Public Safety Director Michael Cash announced his resignation Tuesday night, seemingly catching council members by surprise although he believed they were about to terminate him. Cash, who as public safety director had led the Guadalupe Police and Fire departments for eight...

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Paso Robles Daily News

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Former Alex Trebek winery and ranch near Creston to be sold at auction

– Creston Manor, a ranch and winery in northern San Luis Obispo County once owned by “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek, will sell at auction through Concierge Auctions, the company announced Wednesday. The ranch was first listed for $7 million in February and is now listed at $6.45 million....

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Ex-teacher hits SLO County streets - and his drums - every day protesting MAGA

Every day Jehan Mirzaei takes to the streets throughout San Luis Obispo County to protest the policies of the Trump administration — but he doesn’t use his voice to express his frustration. Instead, he creates a booming beat that demands attention. “Cowboys are supposed to wear boots not lick them,” reads a sign above Mirzaei’s drum set, which he plays on any given intersection for at least fours a day. A former middle school teacher, Mirzaei told The Tribune, “I don’t like the idea that kids are not seeing like an alternative to the other adults who are kind of going along with what’s happening.” He said if anything, he hoped his form of protesting helped others feel that they weren't alone. “And so being out there, and being really loud about ‘Hey this is not OK,’ I hope when they’re feeling really down or even crazy ... they can drive through the intersection and think to themselves, ‘Well, maybe I’m not so crazy after all, because look at this guy.’” Mirzaei said he doesn’t think there’s anything special about him — he’s a perfectly healthy man with a love for drumming. “A lot of people see that there’s weird

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 5h

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Man Found Dead Near Guadalupe Veterans Memorial, Sheriff's Office Takes Over Probe

A man was found dead Monday afternoon near the Veterans Memorial gazebo in Guadalupe, prompting the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office to take over an investigation into what officials are calling a suspicious death. No lifesaving measures were attempted when he was discovered, and his identity has not yet been made public.

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San Luis Obispo Tribune

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SLO County could face a $16 million budget deficit next year. Here's why

San Luis Obispo County is projected to face another multi-million budget gap next year, but uncertainty at the state and federal levels makes it difficult to predict the exact severity of the impending deficit. Assuming all current services are maintaining, the funding gap next year is estimated to be around $15.9 million — but it could range from as low as $11 million to as high as $20 million, according to the county’s fiscal year 2027-28 and multi-year financial forecast. The financial forecast is a point-in-time estimate that remains in flux and carries “a higher-than-usual level of uncertainty,” according to the staff report . “We always want to show that the forecast sensitivity cannot be understated,” SLO County’s assistant chief executive officer Lisa Howe said at the Nov. 3 Board of Supervisors meeting, adding that even a 1% change "can greatly impact the gap to the good or bad.” Howe said there are a variety of state, federal and external risks that will affect the county’s future finances. She pointed to HR 1, or the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as the “most significant” factor, since it impacts CalFresh administration, medical eligibility and the amount of demand for county-funded indigent

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Tracking heavy rain Friday evening

Happy Thursday! Temperatures cool from days prior and more clouds appear in the morning. Expect highs of 70s for most with light breezy winds. Marine hazards remain in effect and rip currents will be dangerous. Enjoy the last pleasant day of weather before a big shift begins Friday. Look for...

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Coast-to-Coast battle: Redwood takes on Arroyo Grande

After a dominant first-round win, the Redwood Rangers prepare for a quarterfinals matchup with the Arroyo Grande Eagles. Playoff football is still on here in Visalia. This Friday November 13th at 7:00pm, the Arroyo Grande Eagles take on the Redwood Rangers at the Mineral King Bowl with a ticket to the semifinals up for grabs.

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Bluff collapse in Shell Beach raising concerns as El Niño approaches

Recent cliff erosion along the Shell Beach coastline is prompting the City of Pismo Beach to take steps to protect public safety and prepare for potentially stronger winter storms. The post Bluff collapse in Shell Beach raising concerns as El Niño approaches appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Pismo Beach, CA · 2d

San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Will SLO County paddleboarder dodge trial? Mental illness doesn't excuse an assault | Opinion

There is a troubling question at the heart of the case involving Andrew Eric Gustafson, the Morro Bay paddleboarder accused of violently attacking a female surfer: When does compassion for someone suffering from mental illness become an injustice to the person he allegedly harmed? In August 2025, Gustafson was arrested after an encounter with surfer Haylee Red-Van Rooyen. She testified that he pursued her, jumped onto her surfboard, grabbed her hair, and held her head underwater. “I thought I was going to die,” she testified. These are allegations, not a conviction. Gustafson is entitled to the presumption of innocence. But the seriousness of the allegations makes the decision to divert his case from trial particularly troubling. San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Judge Catherine Swysen recently approved Gustafson’s request for mental health diversion. He has documented diagnoses of persistent depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. Under the court’s ruling, he will undergo up to two years of treatment. If he completes the program successfully, the court can dismiss his criminal charges without a trial or a finding of guilt. Mental illness deserves compassion and treatment. But a psychiatric diagnosis should not automatically become an escape from criminal accountability. SLO County

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DUI Checkpoint Scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2026

TYPE OF Event: DUI Checkpoint Scheduled for Friday. On November 13, 2026, the San Luis Obispo Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within San Luis Obispo City limits. DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on...

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