SLO County

A public comment deadline is approaching for a proposed U.S. Postal Service rule that would change how mail-in ballots are handled in federal elections even as the proposal faces new legal uncertainty.

The Trump Administration is taking another step toward restarting oil and gas development on federal lands in California, including portions of the Central Coast.

A regional study is exploring whether ocean desalination could help protect Central Coast communities from future droughts. Cambria officials received an update this week on potential project sites across San Luis Obispo County.

Local wildlife experts say a recent spike in sick sea lions along the Central Coast is finally calming down, but concerns remain high.

San Luis Obispo County’s District Attorney is raising concerns about a local political group’s campaign filings, just weeks before the June election.

A nationwide day of “No Kings” protests is returning this weekend, with multiple demonstrations planned across the Central Coast.

San Luis Obispo County officials say progress is being made on efforts to reduce homelessness, but future funding could be uncertain.

The biennial Point-in-Time Count of people experiencing homelessness took place in San Luis Obispo County on January 27, 2026.

A powerful storm system continues to affect the Central Coast bringing heavy rain, localized flooding and travel disruptions during the busy holiday week. One of the biggest impacts was at the Santa Barbara Airport, where persistent rainfall caused significant flooding on the airfield and operations were mandated to temporarily shut down.

As the holiday season continues this week, a powerful winter storm is lining up to impact the Central Coast bringing threats of heavy rain, flooding and strong winds. The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings across the region.