I'll be covering tonight's meeting, so stay tuned for additional coverage!

It's getting a little bit easier for students on the Central Coast to earn a bachelor's degree, thanks to a new partnership between Cal Poly and Allan Hancock College:

@clojooo.bsky.social @joanlynch.bsky.social @joetarica.bsky.social @kaytlynleslie.bsky.social and I woke up in the wee hours this morning to provide live updates on the St. Fratty’s Day revelry. Here’s a play-by-play of the day’s events 🧵

The Tribune had 5 people working St. Fratty's in SLO this morning. Here's our complete coverage starting before dawn. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/e...

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What do we know about the plans for St. Fratty's this weekend? Here's a look at our @sanluisobispo.com coverage so far (thread)

The Tribune filed legal action against the city of Paso Robles and Councilmember Chris Bausch on Tuesday. Get the details here:

Do you think this SLO County town has the best main street in the country? Cast your vote

Why is Cal Coast News' Karen Velie being sued for defamation? Story from @clojooo.bsky.social www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...

New: DOGE's spending has been secret. No longer. My colleagues have uncovered it. www.propublica.org/article/doge...

Five counselors will be spared in the San Luis Coastal school district, after parents and staff pleaded with trustees and administrators.

Wow: City of Clarksdale, Mississippi got a court order yesterday directing a newspaper to delete an editorial criticizing city officials -- without a hearing. Here's the TRO issuing the prior restraint:

The federal notice said the programs supporting local schools, teachers and students were "inconsistent with" Department of Education priorities.

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Want live updates as this #atmosphericriver #storm continues to drench #SLOCounty? We've got you covered right here! www.sanluisobispo.com/news/weather...

Analysis: This week was just another week in Idaho’s DEI legislative session. An outsized focus on red-meat higher ed politics, fully aligned with the national zeitgeist. www.idahoednews.org/top-news/ana...

A nearly $5 million structural deficit in the Paso Robles school district will result in layoffs, trustees confirmed Tuesday. See which positions are on the chopping block:

While the governor's budget has not been finalized, the university is taking precautions. Get the details here:

The Tribune is waiting on at least four unfulfilled public records requests from the city of Paso Robles, and one councilmember appears to be the common denominator in each of them. See where the city stands here:

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School leaders want to lobby PG&E for around $10 million in funding to avoid having to cut nearly 70 jobs, including teachers, counselors and support staff. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/e...

The properties are located in Los Osos and Morro Bay.

Cal Poly’s notorious street party could look a little different this year — or so city leaders and university officials hope.

Paso Robles city manager Ty Lewis will retire, ending one chapter in the months of turmoil that followed his $2.275 million claim against the city.

I followed up on a tip that Cal Poly was closing it's DEI office. See what's changing:

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Good news for SLO parents of young kids: San Luis Coastal won't end its transition kindergarten program amid major budget cuts. @sadiedittenber.bsky.social www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/e...

What's the story behind the Ty Lewis hot tub photo? @clojooo.bsky.social and I got the facts. Get the latest on the Paso Robles saga here:

The district is battling a multimillion-dollar deficit as enrollment stagnates and COVID relief funding expires.

A few forums will be held next week to give community members the chance to offer feedback.

Cal Coast News reporter Karen Velie posted two different versions of the "full" recording of a meeting among Paso Robles city official. Her statements about the recordings have also been inconsistent. Reality check investigation with @sadiedittenber.bsky.social www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...

Excellent Reality Check on Cal Coast News' recording of the meeting among Ty Lewis, Chris Bausch and John Hamon at a Paso cafe by @clojooo.bsky.social and @sadiedittenber.bsky.social. This is what local public service journalism looks like. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...

The latest development in the saga from Paso Robles: city manager Ty Lewis was granted a restraining order against alleged conspirator Glenn O'Hagan, a longtime Lewis critic. More from @clojooo.bsky.social here.

The Paso Robles councilman at the center of $2.275 million claim against the city agreed Wednesday night to search his personal devices for public records. The search is largely honor-based, but he'll be asked to sign an affidavit testifying to his compliance with the law.

The California Department of Education is partnering with SupplyBank.org Disaster Relief Fund to provide assistance for students, teachers, and school staff impacted by the devastating fires blazing through Southern California. Learn more: bit.ly/40B0p1D

Another meeting was quickly scheduled for Wednesday night.

Why are SLO County school districts cutting their budgets? And what should families and staff expect?

"If you’re coming to experience Paso Robles wine country, an evening at Somm’s Kitchen is the best gateway," said one guest. Read more at: www.sanluisobispo.com/living/food-...

While some students are respectful and understanding of how the clash of lifestyles affects longtime residents, others — often lubricated by alcohol — can be crude and hostile. Read more at: www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/e...

Paso Robles city manager Ty Lewis accused Cal Coast News reporter Karen Velie and her associate, Glenn O'Hagan, of extortion. Here's everything we know so far: www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/c...

How does a city go about locating records potentially held on an official's personal device? @clojooo.bsky.social and I looked into that question as part of our Reality Check series and ongoing investigation into claims of a conspiracy in Paso Robles. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...

There's not better public university for your buck in Californai than Cal Poly SLO, a new study found. Not only that, it's No. 4 on the list, right behind Stanford. @sadiedittenber.bsky.social www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/e...

🚨Weather Alert 🚨High tides could bring flooding to SLO County beaches. Read more in this story from @sadiedittenber.bsky.social : www.sanluisobispo.com/news/weather...

Here's a creepy story about a guy who apparently placed his phone on the wall of a Paso Robles park restroom to point the camera into a bathroom stall. By @sadiedittenber.bsky.social @slotribune.bsky.social www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...

A tuition-free music conservatory is set to open in SLO County after the new year. The program will allow college and high school students to work alongside award-winning musicians and perform in front of a live audience. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...

A program that offers high school students the opportunity to gain unique, real-world research experience is expanding across SLO County. According to educators, the initiative is "absolutely transformative." Read more at: www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/e...

A $500,000 claim was filed against the city of Paso Robles by a failed city council candidate last week. The claim calls for the firing of city manager Ty Lewis over allegations of misconduct and election "sabotage." Get the details here. www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/a...

The final election results are here. See who won in SLO County 🗳️ Read more at: www.sanluisobispo.com/news/politic...

Tonight is Paso Robles city manager Ty Lewis' first city council meeting back after taking medical leave. Lewis said his leave was tied to issues that arose from the stress of his job, namely city councilman Chris Bausch's harassment and an alleged plot to oust him from his position. What to know:

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