A 20-year-old non-student man who claimed to live on campus entered a residence hall on Oct. 13, according to reports made to Cal Poly Police Department by students. At around 2:30 a.m., campus police received a call from Muir Hall…
The damage dilemma: how a team of Cal Poly professors and students are helping wildfire victims with AI
A group of Cal Poly professors and students have created an artificial intelligence (AI) technology used to assess damaged buildings and homes after wildfires. The team hopes that their technology can be used to swiftly assess damaged buildings and aid…
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s report finds systemic racism in the county
A recent report released from the County of San Luis Obispo Sheriff’s office addressed the local systemic racism that minority groups face every day in San Luis Obispo. Its main focus was on underrepresentation of people of color in positions…
Local dispensary permit revoked after illicit activity
San Luis Obispo will not be receiving its third storefront dispensary after all. An applicant for the city’s third available commercial cannabis permit has pleaded guilty to several crimes prior to the application period and permit being granted. As a…
From 1994 to 2021: San Luis Obispo’s new mayor says she’s in it for the students
Running as Cal Poly’s ASI student body President in 1994, Erica A. Stewart’s campaign slogan was “Help Students Help Themselves.” In 2021, that is still an important part of Stewart’s mission, only she isn’t a student body president anymore –…
Cal Poly Alumn Erica Stewart Appointed as New Mayor of San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo appointed Vice Mayor Erica A. Stewart as Mayor of San Luis Obispo last night, replacing former mayor Heidi Harmon after she resigned in August. Council members Carlyn Christianson, Andy Pease and Jan Marx unanimously voted to approve…
Cal Fire: 10-acre Cuesta Grade fire is 60% contained
A brush fire that broke out Sunday evening near the Cuesta Grade is 60% contained, Cal Fire San Luis Obispo reported Monday morning. The fire has burned 10 acres of grass and brush since about 5:30 p.m. Sunday. At the…
Gavin Newsom might be removed from office: Here’s what you need to know about California’s recall election
In a special election on Tuesday, Sept. 14, California registered voters will decide whether to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom. The official voter information guide lists the proponent’s statement of reasons for the recall, in addition to Gov. Newsom’s response. The…
What was discovered earlier this year: Flores preliminary hearing update
The preliminary hearing of Paul and Ruben Flores has been digging into its expert witnesses. They are focusing on the ones who participated in the excavation at the Flores house at 710 White Court, Arroyo Grande on March 15 and…
SLO County Summer: Morro Bay’s Art in the Park
After a year of closures and cancelations, Morro Bay’s Park is once again filled with colorful creations, handmade crafts and art-loving visitors. Art in the Park is celebrating its 65th year in operation with 108 booths and 125 independent artists.…
BLMCA hosted a Juneteenth event so the San Luis Obispo community could celebrate
Saturday, June 19, Black Live Matter Community Action (BLMCA) San Luis Obispo hosted a Juneteenth celebration in Mitchell Park. The event was hosted to “celebrate Black joy with food, music and activities in the park,” according to an Instagram post…