The San Luis Obispo community rallied outside the Superior Court on Saturday, January 18th in part of the nationwide People’s March. The rally was organized by Planned Parenthood in collaboration with the Diversity Coalition and Mujeres de Acción. Mustang News Reporter, Izzy Romero spoke with community members to learn what this rally meant for them.
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Cal Poly rallies for LA wildfire relief with #FillThoseTrucks donation drive
Students have a few hours left to support Southern California wildfire victims through the #FillThoseTrucks donation drive, a campus-wide effort to collect essential supplies for those affected. Organized by Associated Students Inc. (ASI) in collaboration with Meathead Movers, the initiative concludes this evening after beginning collections Tuesday.
Parked car catches fire in Cal Poly parking lot, no injuries reported
A parked car caught fire in the H2A lot near Kennedy Library at 8:05 a.m. this morning. No injuries or damages to surrounding cars in the lot were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Paid Parking Every Day: Students share their thoughts on Cal Poly’s new policy
Cal Poly announced they will begin seven-day paid parking starting in February, from their original five-day paid parking. Reporter Lauren Quijano spoke with students about how the new policy will affect them. Mustang News reporters RJ Pollock, Kaitlyn Knopf, and Sam Kohn contributed to the reporting of this story.
San Luis Obispo begins $5.8 million Mission Plaza renovation, adding cafe and restrooms
Mission Plaza in downtown San Luis Obispo is undergoing a $5.8 million renovation to enhance its amenities, adding free public restrooms.
Cal Poly appoints Matthew Weinstein as vice president of university development and alumni engagement
Matthew A. Weinstein will serve as Cal Poly’s next vice president of university development and alumni engagement starting March 1.
‘Her entire childhood is gone’: Cal Poly students share heartbreaking stories of LA fires
Cal Poly students navigate the emotional impact of the Southern California wildfires, many facing uncertainty about loved ones.
Cal Poly brings ‘Nessie’ to life at the 2025 Pasadena Rose Parade
Cal Poly made a splash this morning in Pasadena at the 2025 Rose Parade with their float, “Nessie’s Lakeside Laughs.”
Journalism students lead the charge for Camp PolyHacks 2025
Cal Poly’s Journalism Senior Project: Public Relations Practicum is taking the reins of running Camp PolyHacks for the first time.
The Nutcracker: A magical tale with Central Coast flair
Imagine waking up on Christmas Eve, the soft glow of moonlight filtering through the window. But instead of being transported to a magical land of sweets, you find yourself in the bustling streets of historical San Luis Obispo. Clara, our heroine, embarks on a journey that weaves through the city’s own Chinatown, past the railroad […]
Cal Poly hosts its first Olive U-Pick
Cal Poly Farms hosted their first ever Olive U-Pick. Mustang News reporter Izzy Romero spoke with students in an enterprise class who helped run the brand new event.
