A research-driven agenda calls for institutionalizing 'co-governance' to address low public trust and lack of resident influence in state decision-making.
Propositions 3, 40–43 would alter income, wealth and local taxation rules—marking the highest number of tax measures on a general election ballot since 1994.
A medical evacuation chopper carrying Catalina Romero, pilot, and nurse Jessica Devries crashed into the ocean shortly after takeoff, killing all three; federal investigators are assessing causes including night flying, spatial disorientation, and the island’s challenging Pebbly Beach heliport.
Doors drummer John Densmore, 81, brings improvisational spirit and reflective insight to Los Angeles’ Homeboy Art Academy, inspiring students and instructors alike through music, dialogue and shared healing.
LAPD identifies two victims aged 18 to 25; possible third victim remains unlocated as investigation continues.
Firms file class actions arguing synthetic scents in hotel lobbies violate ADA and Unruh Act by disproportionately affecting guests with chemical sensitivities.
A lunchtime conversation between gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano and his father Lorenzo reveals tensions beneath Hilton’s Latino outreach.
A long-dormant mining site near Mt. Baldy, granted vested rights in 2019, has sparked fierce local opposition over environmental, health and quality-of-life concerns.
Surge and showers expected as storms churn offshore
September 26, 2026 Ribbon cutting at San Luis Obispo County Crisis Stabilization Unit in 2018 By KAREN VELIE San Luis Obispo County and a co
A new law aims to cut the wait for abused pets from months to weeks.
Peter James Anderson faces new felony charges in connection with James Edward Murphy's death.
September 26, 2026 By JOSH FRIEDMAN A helicopter airlifted a bicyclist to a hospital after the rider fell on a trail near San Luis Obispo on
A baby left uncovered in the rain leads to a 16-month investigation and arrest.
California regulators are asleep while Tesla fixes a defect elsewhere.
Voters must present ID for both registration and casting ballots.
FILE: A view of a Starbucks store and logo in San Francisco, Jan.
Trinity County couple needs help after their dog died saving them from a bear attack.
With a strong El Niño increasing the odds of big storms this fall and winter, California is on alert for possible flooding.
Curry signs 2-year deal worth $116M but takes a cut to stay with the team he loves
A coalition of groups under the Block the Merger banner have filed an amicus brief, a third party representation in a court case, opposing
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By KAREN VELIE Starbucks Coffee is closing 250 stores in the United States and Canada, three in San Luis Obispo, the chain announced on Thur
City braces for potential flooding amid historic El Niño warnings and new storm surge.
Staff Writer Sept.