Toney Breault, owner of three San Luis Obispo businesses, was found dead in his hotel room on Monday morning, with the cause of death pending. His businesses facing potential fines and license suspension due to an alleged underage alcohol sale.
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Community members voice concern and support for ICE at SLO County forum about local law enforcement involvement
Hundreds of people attended a San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors forum to discuss the Sheriff’s Office cooperation with ICE, with public comments ranging from support to discontent, and lasting nearly four hours.
McLintocks could lose license after alleged underage alcohol sale
McLintock’s Saloon and Dining House was allegedly found serving alcohol to four minors during an undercover operation, and now faces potential fines, license suspension and revocation.
Carbajal secures $1M for SLO County Jail security upgrade and Morro Bay Harbor dredging
Rep. Salud Carbajal secured federal funding for the San Luis Obispo County Jail Security System Project and Morro Bay Harbor’s annual dredging, totaling $5,151,000.
San Luis Obispo urges residents to coexist with mountain lions after recent sightings
Several mountain lions were sighted near Laguna Lake and in the Irish Hills Open Space, according to the City of San Luis Obispo. City Biologist Freddy Otte reminded residents that San Luis Obispo is mountain lion country and that the hills are their natural habitat, according to the press release. What should you do if […]
Community feedback sought for Foothill Boulevard safety improvements
The Foothill Complete Streets Project in San Luis Obispo is seeking input from the 20,000 drivers, cyclists and pedestrians who use Foothill Boulevard daily to improve safety measures and accessibility, with an online survey open until March 17.
Cal Poly student set up booth demanding justice for Alex Pretti
A civil engineering graduate student set up a booth in Cal Poly’s University Union to raise awareness about the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by border patrol agents and to encourage students to contact their representatives and demand action.
Former Cal Poly football player to go to Super Bowl
Elijah Ponder, a former Cal Poly defensive end, will join the New England Patriots as a linebacker for Super Bowl LX in his rookie season, after having 24 tackles and four sacks in his first year with the team.
NFL on FOX pregame show to feature John Madden Football Center footage ahead of NFC Championship game
The new John Madden Football Center will be showcased on the NFL on FOX pregame show through behind-the-scenes footage on Sunday, Jan. 25, ahead of the NFC Championship.
Dorm construction disrupts current students ability to sleep and to study
Construction behind the Red Bricks dorms is projected to end fall 2026 as part of an ongoing plan to bring more student housing on Cal Poly’s campus. In the meantime, students struggle with sleeping and studying in dorms during construction. As Cal Poly moves to require on-campus living for underclassmen starting next fall, the university […]
Cal Poly Ag Showcase connects students with agriculture industry careers
The Ag Showcase, hosted by the Agribusiness Management Club and the National Agri-Marketing Association, is an annual two-day career fair that provides students of all majors with the opportunity to network with over 85 agriculture-related companies offering internships and full-time positions.

