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Top News Stories
Important information for San Luis Obispo community members.
- 03/05/2026 8:00 AM
Street Parties are Over this St. Patrick’s Day in SLO
City and Cal Poly partner to double fines, increase enforcement and discourage large street parties two weekends leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.
- 02/27/2026 4:35 PM
Fremont Theater to Remain Closed Until Further Notice
Sidewalk protective structures and portion of Monterey Street remain temporarily closed as property owner works with City on repair plans; nearby restaurants are open for business.
- 02/25/2026 5:38 PM
Public Input Opportunity: Prado Interchange Project Community Meeting Wednesday, March 11
The City of San Luis Obispo invites the community to receive an update on the Prado Interchange Project, including modifications made as part of the ongoing design and value analysis process.
- 02/09/2026 1:06 PM
Apply Now to Serve Your Community on a City Advisory Body
There are 26 positions open on various City Advisory Bodies. Community members who want to influence public policy and shape everyday life in SLO can apply by March 29, 2026.
- 03/06/2026 5:24 PM
Officer Involved Shooting – Decedent Identification and Video Release
Community Safety News
News from your Police and Fire Departments.
Officer Involved Shooting – Decedent Identification and Video Release
03/06/2026 5:24 PM
Street Parties are Over this St. Patrick’s Day in SLO
City and Cal Poly partner to double fines, increase enforcement and discourage large street parties two weekends leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.
03/05/2026 8:00 AM
Hate Crime Investigation
03/03/2026 3:42 PM
Officer Involved Shooting
02/28/2026 10:00 PM
Fremont Theater to Remain Closed Until Further Notice
Sidewalk protective structures and portion of Monterey Street remain temporarily closed as property owner works with City on repair plans; nearby restaurants are open for business.
02/27/2026 4:35 PM
Arrest for Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Resisting Arrest and Assault on a Peace Officer
02/25/2026 11:34 AM
Sidewalk Reopened at Fremont Theater, Street Remains Closed
Events cannot be held at the historic Fremont Theater until an engineer can evaluate the risk. A portion of Monterey Street remains temporarily closed until the the theater's exterior tower blade sign is stabilized.
02/24/2026 5:29 PM
Other News & Announcements
Important updates for San Luis Obispo.
Public Input Opportunities: Community Climate Action Progress
Community members are encouraged to learn about local climate action progress and help imagine what comes next.
03/04/2026 4:48 PM
SLO in Motion Update – Feb. 28, 2026
Paving is expected to continue on Tank Farm Road.
02/28/2026 10:00 AM
City Launches Voter Education Initiative Ahead of November 2026 Election
Voters will have several opportunities to learn how to make their vote count for Council Member starting with the first community meeting in March.
02/26/2026 12:22 PM
Public Input Opportunity: Prado Interchange Project Community Meeting Wednesday, March 11
The City of San Luis Obispo invites the community to receive an update on the Prado Interchange Project, including modifications made as part of the ongoing design and value analysis process.
02/25/2026 5:38 PM
SLO in Motion Update – Feb. 21, 2026
Paving is expected to continue on Tank Farm Road.
02/21/2026 10:00 AM
Public Information Session: Understanding Utility Rates
Hear an educational presentation and provide feedback on rate-setting principles on Monday, February 23.
02/18/2026 3:00 PM
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