San Luis Obispo County
Coverage of San Luis Obispo County in the Nexus archive.
- California man accused of recording nude women in tanning booths. Prosecutors call for harsher penalties
A man from San Luis Obispo County has been charged with 12 misdemeanor counts of invasion of privacy after secretly recording nude women in tanning booths at a fitness center. Prosecutors are seeking harsher penalties for the accused.
- California man accused of recording nude women in tanning booths. Prosecutors call for harsher penalties
A man in San Luis Obispo County, California, has been charged with 12 misdemeanor counts of invasion of privacy for secretly recording nude women in tanning booths at a fitness center. Prosecutors are advocating for harsher penalties in the case.
- Firefighters rescue horse trapped under fallen tree in San Luis Obispo County
Firefighters in San Luis Obispo County rescued a horse trapped under a fallen tree in Creston. The Cal Fire crew used chainsaws to cut away branches and safely freed the animal, which was unharmed and reunited with its owner.
- I’ve sold property on California’s Central Coast for decades. The buyers chasing ranch and winery estates are after more than a lifestyle
The article discusses how buyers of ranch and winery estates on California's Central Coast have shifted since the pandemic, with remote work enabling properties initially intended as secondary homes to become primary residences. Current buyers prioritize functionality, such as operational infrastructure and self-sufficiency, over traditional luxury metrics like square footage or location.
- 12-year-old flown to trauma center for major injuries suffered in e-bike crash
A 12-year-old was hospitalized with major injuries after being hit by a car while riding an electric bicycle in San Luis Obispo County. The crash occurred near the intersection of Spooner Drive and Welsh Court on May 9. The child remains hospitalized for treatment.
- Investigators give bleak Kristin Smart update after new search at killer's mom's home sparked hope she'd be returned 30 years after disappearance
Kristin Smart has been missing for 30 years and investigators have given a bleak update after searching the home of the killer's mom. The search sparked hope that she would be returned. However, the outcome was disappointing.
- Convicted rapist, murderer to be released from California prison
Alberto Tamez, a convicted rapist and murderer, is to be released from a California prison after being granted parole. He was convicted of kidnapping, raping, and strangling Genevieve Adaline Moreno in Nipomo, California in 1974. The release was announced by San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow.
- Signs of human remains found at mother of Kristin Smart killer’s home
Investigators found signs of human remains at the home of Paul Flores' mother, related to the Kristin Smart case. The discovery was made during a search of the Arroyo Grande property. Authorities confirmed positive results from soil testing.
- New twist in case of 19-year-old college student Kristen Smart as cops swarm property of killer's mother in bid to bring her home
Police have swarmed the property of the killer's mother in a bid to bring home Kristen Smart, a 19-year-old college student. The case has taken a new twist with this latest development. Kristen Smart's family is awaiting her return.
- Search warrant served at mother of convicted killer’s home in 1996 Kristin Smart case
Law enforcement served a search warrant at the home of Paul Flores' mother in San Luis Obispo County, searching for remains of Kristin Smart, who disappeared in 1996. Paul Flores was convicted three years ago in connection with her disappearance and murder. The search is ongoing.
- Where is Kristin Smart? Search warrant served at killer's mother's property after remains detected
Kristin Smart vanished in San Luis Obispo County three decades ago, and authorities are now searching a family home tied to her killer for her remains. A search warrant was served at the property, which is linked to her killer's mother. The aim is to finally recover Kristin Smart's remains.
- Kayaker who drowned at Montaña de Oro State Park identified as California man
A 78-year-old kayaker, Ralph Sutter, drowned at Montaña de Oro State Park in San Luis Obispo County after strong waves flipped his kayak. The incident occurred on April 2. Authorities have identified the victim and investigated the accident.
- Kayaker drowns at Montaña de Oro State Park
A kayaker drowned at Montaña de Oro State Park in San Luis Obispo County after being flipped by waves, causing their life vest to slip off. Witnesses reported the incident to the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office.
- Late-season storm to bring widespread light rain to Southern California
A late-season storm is expected to bring widespread light rain and cooler temperatures to Southern California on Tuesday, with the heaviest rainfall in San Luis Obispo County before weakening as it moves south into Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.