KCBX News Staff
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As firefighters battle the massive Gifford Fire on California’s Central Coast, they’re not just putting out flames—they’re making split second decisions that affect lives. One of the tough decisions? When to shut down a highway. -
The Madre Fire, near New Cuyama and Hwy 166, has grown to over 80,000 acres making it California's largest wildfire this year. The blaze is 35% contained as of 6:45 p.m. Monday. -
A vegetation fire broke out near Highway 1 in the Vandenberg Village area, prompting evacuation orders and road closures. As of 3 p.m. Thursday forward progress of the Santa Lucia Fire has stopped and all evacuation orders and warnings have been cancelled. Nearby road closures are still in effect. -
A pair of Democratic Congressmembers from the Central Coast are cruising toward re-election. In southern San Luis Obispo County and northern Santa Barbara County, Rep. Salud Carbajal is way ahead of his Republican opponent, Thomas Cole. In the north of SLO County, four-term Congressman Jimmy Panneta has a commanding lead over his rival, Republican Jason MIchael Anderson. -
It appears to be a clean sweep for incumbent Democrats in Central Coast races for the state Legislature. -
Residents of San Luis Obispo have overwhelmingly voted to give Mayor Erica A. Stewart a second term. With 100% of precincts reporting, Stewart holds a whopping 70% lead over her challenger, perennial candidate Donald Hendrick -
The final ballots in San Luis Obispo County are being counted. As of 11 a.m. Wednesday, 100% of precincts have reported results. With most ballots counted, here's a look at a few local races. -
This is a developing story and KCBX will keep you updated throughout the day. -
An active fire that started on July 5 near Zaca Lake in Santa Barbara County has now burned over 38,400 acres as of July 14, leading to evacuations in nearby areas. -
The strike is over. A tentative agreement was reached, late Monday night, between California State University management and faculty, ending an expected week-long strike on CSU campus’ across the state, including Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
