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San Luis Obispo News – SloJunky

Report: State to allow theme parks, concert venues, stadiums to reopen soon
–CBS 13 Sacramento reports– — Californians will soon be able to go to Disneyland, baseball games, and even outdoor concerts again soon. State public health […]
County receives first shipment of single-dose COVID-19 vaccine
County allocates new vaccine to some local pharmacies for administration –The County of San Luis Obispo announced today that it received its first allocation of […]
Elizabeth Coria named Cuesta’s interim vice president of student success and support programs
–At their Mar. 3 meeting, the San Luis Obispo County Community College District Board of Trustees approved Elizabeth Coria as Cuesta College’s interim assistant superintendent/vice […]
Pile burning planned at Hearst San Simeon State Park next week
–California State Parks, in cooperation with the Air Pollution Control District and Cal Fire, will burn approximately 85 brush piles at Hearst San Simeon State […]
Death notices for Feb. 28- March 4
–Death notices for Feb. 28- March 4, courtesy Blue Sky Cremation Service. Mary McGhee, age 80, a resident of San Luis Obispo, passed away on […]
Orientation begins for new students at local middle schools
–Wednesday afternoon, Paso Robles sixth-graders made their first visit to their middle schools. So far this academic year, the students have studied online with teachers […]
Author and child actor bring ‘Unicorn Jazz’ to Virginia Peterson Elementary
–Earlier this month, students at Virginia Peterson Elementary learned the importance of celebrating diversity, belonging, creative writing, and happiness through a virtual experience presented by [ [...]
Red Tier status returns customers to North County restaurants
–Only days after San Luis Obispo County’s return to the Red Tier, some North County restaurants are feeling a surge of customers. At Joe’s Place […]

Huge houses with tiny families in Cayucos
Editor’s Note: The following series, “Life in Radically Gentrifying Cayucos by the Sea,” to be posted biweekly includes the notes, thoughts, and opinions of an original American voice: author D [...]
Conversations with coastal elites in Cayucos
Editor’s Note: The following series, “Life in Radically Gentrifying Cayucos by the Sea,” to be posted biweekly includes the notes, thoughts, and opinions of an original American voice: author D [...]
Last day to drop off coats for kids
While the heavy rains were welcome in San Luis Obispo County, the rains deterred some people from dropping off coats for children in need. But there is still one day left to provide outerwear for are [...]
A massive tranquilizer for liberals in Cayucos
Editor’s Note: The following series, “Life in Radically Gentrifying Cayucos by the Sea,” to be posted biweekly includes the notes, thoughts, and opinions of an original American voice: author D [...]

Sexual assault crimes soared in 2019. Some say Cal Poly Police aren’t equipped to respond.
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Candlelight vigil held to remember unhoused community members who died
When art and design senior Kat Schroeder arrived at Mitchell Park on Feb. 28, she was handed a candle and a small Lego figurine. She sat on the grass as she listened to people talk about Kevin — an [...]
CSU faculty “stretched thin,” petition for COVID-related leave
Cal State University (CSU) faculty, including those at Cal Poly, are petitioning for CSU Chancellor Joseph I. Castro to provide COVID-19 related leave during spring quarter for faculty who are also c [...]
ASI reallocates club funds to Cal Poly Cares
Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) reallocated $35,000 from ASI Club funds to the Cal Poly Cares initiative. This reallocation of funds was approved by the ASI Board of Directors during their Feb. 3 m [...]

Zappos founder Tony Hsieh's self-described 'right-hand person' seeking over $9M from his estate
Creditor’s claims filed in a Las Vegas court shed more light on Tony Hsieh’s self-described "right-hand" person’s bid for money she said the Zappos founder owed her, according to a rec [...]
Derek Chauvin may face third-degree murder charge on top of others after court ruling
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is facing trial in the death of George Floyd, could see a third-degree murder charge reinstated against him after a state appeals court ruling Frid [...]
North Carolina man faces 108 charges related to secret peeping, indecent liberties with a minor: authorities
Alexander County Sheriff’s Office commenced an investigation in December 2020.
Capitol Hill riot arrest: Trump-era aide 'physically' engaged police during chaos, FBI says
A former Trump-era State Department aide has been arrested in connection to the Capitol Hill riot, the FBI confirmed to Fox News on Friday.
Florida man accused of speeding at 100 mph cited 'business' at the Ritz-Carlton, report says
A Florida man who allegedly was caught racing up to 100 mph through a crash site told police during his arrest that he had "business" to take care of at a Ritz-Carlton hotel, a repo [...]
Tennessee teen being 'held against her will' by tech-wiz father since October 2019 kidnapping: officials
Authorities believe a Tennessee teenager is being "held against her will" and has grown to be in increasing danger after her tech-savvy father kidnapped her more than a year ago.

California Set To Open Ballparks, Arenas And Theme Parks In April
Attendance for sporting events, live music and theme parks will vary at the county level based on COVID-19 infection rates. Only in-state residents will be allowed to attend.
New York Legislature Strips Cuomo Of Extraordinary Emergency Powers, With A Caveat
It's the latest setback for Cuomo, who is facing a pair of political crises. But many of his critics say the legislation doesn't do enough to wrest power back from the executive branch.
What's An NFT? And Why Are People Paying Millions To Buy Them?
The latest Internet hype is about a thing that doesn't really exist. Some collectors are spending millions of dollars on these digital items called non-fungible tokens, or NFTs.
Derek Chauvin, Charged With George Floyd's Death, May Face Additional Murder Charge
The former Minneapolis police officer is to be tried on charges of second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter starting next week. A charge of third-degree murder had been dismissed earlier.
'Tragic': Driving Was Down In 2020, But Traffic Fatality Rates Surged
A report estimates that traffic deaths rose 8% last year compared to 2019. When measured by number of miles driven, fatalities surged by 24%, the highest in nearly a century.
Dallas Officer Ordered Man To Kill Two People, Police Say
Officer Bryan Riser, 36, was charged with capital murder in the deaths of a 61-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman, Dallas Police Chief Eddie García said at a Thursday media briefing.

Pope Francis Welcomed With Red Carpet And Military Band On First Ever Trip To Iraq
The Vatican has sought to make a papal trip to Iraq, the traditional home of Abraham and now a shrinking Christian minority, since 2000. Pope Francis ended his first day there with religious leaders.
What China's 'Total Victory' Over Extreme Poverty Looks Like In Actuality
China's ruling Communist Party has declared "total victory" over extreme poverty. Did that really happen, and if so, how?
Asylum Seekers Are Allowed Into U.S. For Their Day In Immigration Court
The Biden administration is allowing asylum seekers who have been waiting in Mexican border towns into the U.S. for their day in immigration court. Now more migrants are surging to the border.
As Schools Reopen, Popular 'PE With Joe' Online Exercise Class Goes Bye-Bye
A year ago, as the pandemic began, fitness instructor Joe Wicks started a daily exercise class for kids on YouTube. The videos became popular with kids and their parents. Now the series is ending.
9 Things To Know About The Unfolding Crisis In Ethiopia's Tigray Region
For months, the conflict in Ethiopia between the Addis Ababa and a defiant regional government has costs thousands of lives and displaced at least a million people.
Wisdom The Albatross, Now 70, Hatches Yet Another Chick
"Each year that Wisdom returns, we learn more about how long seabirds can live and raise chicks," said the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Beth Flint.