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New Times San Luis Obispo Published 15 minutes ago

The Predator of Seville follows a woman’s quest for justice against a sexual predator

Full disclosure: I’m flying to Spain the day after this is published, and I won’t be taking any tours. This series was likely not the best watch before a semisolo journey, but we true-crime junkies can’t get enough of this stuff. This three-part Netflix miniseries introduces us…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published 16 minutes ago

They Will Kill You is an action-packed, blood-soaked comedy

Co-writer Kirill Sokoloz (No Looking Back, Why Don’t You Just Die!) directs this batshit-crazy horror flick about Asia Reaves (Zazie Beetz), who’s riddled with guilt over not being able to save her younger sister, Maria (Orefile Moloi when young and Myha’la when older), from…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published 17 minutes ago

Alban Vineyards founder John Alban is San Francisco Wine Auction’s Winemaker of the Year

At Alban Vineyards in Arroyo Grande, winemaker John Alban is immersed in the daily grind of harvest season, covered in grape skins and yeast while monitoring daily operations. He swapped his work clothes for formal attire to attend the 49th annual San Francisco Wine Auction at…

City of Arroyo Grande Published September 29

Informational Community Meeting on November 2026 Ballot Measure D-26

The City of Arroyo Grande invites the community to an informational town hall to learn and ask questions about a local measure on the November 3rd ballot.

City of Arroyo Grande Published September 24

PC Public Hearing Notice 10/06/2026 - General Plan Amendment Comprehensive Update

New Times San Luis Obispo Published September 24

Autumn Arts Annual 2026

Summer’s still hanging around, per usual, while we wait for the super El Niño to drop in on us as promised. But it’s now officially fall, so our annual Autumn Arts issue is here! Whether you’re ready or not, we’ve got all the fun things coming to you on the Central Coast. From…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published September 24

Atascadero council race draws four candidates for two seats

Four candidates focused on housing and jobs are vying for two seats on Atascadero’s City Council this November. Incumbent Susan Funk is seeking a third term against Emily Baranek, Mike Avila, and self-described outsider Ian Denchasy. Councilmember Heather Newsom is not seeking…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published September 24

The Wildlands Conservancy secures $42 million to preserve Diablo Canyon land

Long-held goals of conserving Wild Cherry Canyon, the expansive coastal open space southeast of the Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant, are closer than ever to being fulfilled thanks to major investment approved by the California State Coastal Conservancy. The Coastal Conservancy…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published September 24

Cal Poly moves Farm Store plans to West Campus site

As Cal Poly considers developing portions of its agricultural land south of Highland Drive, one project within that area is officially moving forward. In an email sent out to College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Services (CAFES) faculty and staff on Sept. 11, CAFES…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published September 24

Jury convicts Gaea Powell on all counts of election fraud

A San Luis Obispo Superior Court jury unanimously found two-time Arroyo Grande mayoral candidate Gaea Powell guilty on all nine counts of election fraud filed against her by the District Attorney’s Office. The conviction wrapped up the three-week-long trial marked by Powell…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published September 24

The blame game

When things aren’t going your way, blame others. That’s some actionable advice, brought to you by Donald tRump, who recently kicked some prominent media outlets out of the White House for coverage he didn’t like. It’s not their fault the economy’s in the shitter, gas prices are…

New Times San Luis Obispo Published September 24

The government and media squandered public trust during the pandemic

Is it any wonder why government and the media are so distrusted? In recent testimony before Congress, Dr. Anthony Fauci refused to answer more than 100 questions, asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. Since he was previously pardoned by Joe Biden and is…