Downtown San Luis Obispo hosted its annual Bunny Trail event during the Thursday night Farmers’ Market. Families followed a festive map through local shops, collecting candy and enjoying springtime fun. Organized by Downtown SLO, the event helps connect the community while encouraging people to explore local businesses. Hear from event organizers, shop employees, and some […]
Category: Watch
Posted inMNTV
“The lifeblood of the economy”: Cal Poly faculty join higher education movement
This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. Cal Poly joined over 100 universities across the country on April 17 for a National Day of Action for Higher Education. Students and faculty protested state budget cuts and free speech restrictions on campus. Cal Poly economics lecturer Solina Lindahl said that despite a 34% […]
Posted inMNTV
Childhood friends claim victory at Cal Poly’s inaugural Pickle Fest
This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. Business student Zach Schmidt and psychology student Andrew Loehr have been best friends since second grade. Now seniors at Cal Poly, the duo worked their way to pickleball victory after years of playing the game together. “I think that connection might have helped […]
Posted inMNTV
Cal Poly Rodeo ranks No. 1 in The West, drawing thousands to Poly Royal
The Cal Poly Rodeo Team hosted their 83rd annual Poly Royal Rodeo from April 9 through the 12. This year tickets sold out in under a minute and the team added an extra night of performances, including a student showcase. Mustang News reporter, Sedona Harris spoke with members of the Cal Poly Rodeo Team to […]
Posted inTop Stories
Thousands rally in San Luis Obispo ‘Hands Off!’ protest to defend federal courts
Over 2,000 protestors gathered in San Luis Obispo to defend judicial independence against alleged efforts by the Trump Administration.
Posted inSt. Fratty's '25
Cal Poly tries to tame Saint Fratty’s Day – Did it work?
For years, Saint Fratty’s Day has been an unofficial tradition at Cal Poly, drawing thousands of students out to party on the streets. Specifically in the Hathway Alley community near campus. But with growing concerns over safety and rowdy crowds, the university introduced a new event this year—Morning on the Green—aiming to provide a controlled […]
Posted inMNTV
Turning a dream into a barbershop
Christopher Rose and Santino Cattaneo are co-owners of SLO Barbers in downtown San Luis Obispo. They opened the barbershop to be a place for the community to come together and to create a safe space. The barbers have worked together for three years and decided to open their own shop last fall. After Rose and […]
Posted inIlluminate 2025
Illuminate 2025: The power of dance & culture
Celebrate movement, culture, and community at Illuminate 2025, Cal Poly’s biggest student-run dance showcase. From months of rehearsals to the final bow, experience the passion and dedication of performers as they bring their stories to life on stage. Featuring a diverse range of dance styles and traditions, Illuminate is more than just a show—it’s a […]
Posted inNews
‘I defy him’: Local community gathers in opposition to DOGE and President Trump
Approximately 100 locals gathered at Calle Joaquin and Los Osos Valley Road on March 5 to protest President Trump’s executive orders and the financial cuts made by the Department of Government Efficiency, with no counter-protesters present and live folk music playing.
Posted inTop Stories
25,000 showers and counting: Local nonprofit provides mobile showers to those in need
Shower the People, a nonprofit founded in 2017, has provided over 25,000 showers to the homeless in San Luis Obispo, with their portable trailer offering water and electricity from local churches and libraries.
Posted inMNTV
SLO Craft Beer Festival brings local breweries and community together
The annual SLO Craft Beer Festival brought together local breweries, food vendors, and beer lovers for a day of tastings, live music, and community fun at the Madonna Exposition Center. From first-time attendees to seasoned craft beer enthusiasts, the festival offered something for everyone—including exclusive brews, interactive activities, and a chance for small businesses to […]