County News

Cow and Firefighter in front of a forest fire.
2/27/2026

Ag Pass Program: SLO County Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures Encourages Attendance at Annual Ag Pass Trainings to Prepare for Disasters

With wildfire season and other natural disasters posing ongoing concerns across California, the San Luis Obispo County Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures is encouraging farmers, ranchers, and agricultural operators to attend one of four upcoming Ag Pass trainings this April.
San Luis Obispo County Partners to Host 5th Clean Slate Clinic March 6, 2026
2/24/2026

San Luis Obispo County Partners Ready to Host 5th Free Clean Slate Clinic March 6, 2026

The District Attorney’s Office is teaming up once again with community partners to help local residents who qualify obtain criminal record expungement, felony reduction, and arrest record sealing on Friday, March 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the SLO County Law Library located at 1050 Monterey Street # 125, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.
District Attorney settles civil lawsuit with Morro Bay operator of commercial fishing party boat “The Black Pearl”
2/23/2026

District Attorney settles civil lawsuit with Morro Bay operator of commercial fishing party boat “The Black Pearl”

District Attorney Dan Dow announces that Black Pearl Sportfishing LLC., the owner of the “Black Pearl” fishing vessel, and its operator, Brian Walker, agree to pay $12,600 in penalties and restitution and abide by fishing restrictions when taking customers sport fishing.

GreenCourt Legal Technologies Logo
2/19/2026

San Luis Obispo County Department of Child Support Services Announces Strategic Partnership with GreenCourt Legal Technologies

The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with GreenCourt Legal Technologies, LLC (GreenCourt) to transform the court document filing process and advance operational efficiency.
Ocean water
2/11/2026

Avoid Ocean Water Contact During and After Rainstorms

The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department advises the public to avoid ocean water contact during and at least three days following significant rainstorms.
Image of the Katcho Achadjian Government Center which is a cream building with a blue sky. to the left of the image, there are green leaves on tree branches. there is a green sign for the bike lane
2/10/2026

County Adopts 2026 Legislative Platform

Adopted platform sets the County’s state and federal advocacy agenda, including support for Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Prop 13 property tax protections, healthcare access, insurance reform, and water reliability.
SLO County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force Makes Six Arrests During Operation Reclaim and Rebuild
2/6/2026

SLO County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force Makes Six Arrests During Operation Reclaim and Rebuild

District Attorney Dan Dow announced today that Operation Reclaim and Rebuild was once again a success taking place January 25 to January 31, 2026. The County’s Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force enforcement effort resulted in the rescue of three female victims and disrupting criminal trafficking networks with the arrest of six individuals over six days of enforcement operations.
Savory sandwich with Italian meats and cheese on a wood board
2/6/2026

Interactive Mapping Tools

Environmental Health leverages GIS Apps (geographic information system applications) such as interactive maps and data dashboards to provide timely and program-focused data to the public.

Booking Photo (06/04/2022) Angel Eduardo Ramosramirez (DOB 01/26/1995)
2/2/2026

Man Convicted of Gang-Related Murder and Assault

District Attorney Dan Dow announced today that Angel Ramosramirez (DOB 01/26/1995) has been found guilty of the 2022 gang-related murder of Daniel Diaz (20) and, in a separate trial, the 2021 knife assault on a teenager. He is scheduled to be sentenced for both crimes on April 28, 2026.
Picture of the Katcho Achadjian Government Center
1/30/2026

Notice of Vacancies for the Citizens Advisory Committee for the California Men's Colony Prison

Applications are being accepted from County residents for serving on this committee.
A sign "San Luis Obispo Creek Watershed, Keep It Clean" is in the shoulder of a busy two-lane road, beside telephone lines and green farmland with green hills, mountains, and clouds in the distance
1/30/2026

New Signs Inform Travelers of Watershed to Prevent Littering

Newly installed signs to inform travelers of San Luis Obispo Creek watershed boundaries, thanks to a partnership between the City and County of San Luis Obispo, in coordination with Caltrans.
Image of the BOS Chamber. The walls are wood paneled, there is an American flag and a California State flag. In the middle of the wall, there is a video screen with text about the TRUTH forum.
1/29/2026

Statement from Supervisor Jimmy Paulding on TRUTH Act Forum

Supervisor Jimmy Paulding's statement on the January 27th TRUTH Act Forum

District Attorney’s Office Combats Organized Real Estate Fraud in San Luis Obispo County
1/29/2026

District Attorney’s Office Combats Organized Real Estate Fraud in San Luis Obispo County

The District Attorney’s Office continues to be vigilant and proactive combating organized crime groups targeting San Luis Obispo County with real estate fraud. A free seminar will be held on January 30, 2026, to help professionals and the public learn how to identify, prevent, and respond to fraud.

Badge showing 15% VMF poll worker participation in San Luis Obispo County with American flag background and eagle emblem.
1/29/2026

Vet the Vote Recognizes SLO County Elections with Bronze Award

Nonprofit Vet the Vote has recognized SLO County Elections for its high percentage of veterans who served as poll workers or elections staff in November 2025.
Landscape of San Luis Obispo County
1/27/2026

$21 Million State Grant Awarded to County of San Luis Obispo Behavioral Health

Funds will support a new “Pathways Home” project in Paso Robles to address gaps in mental health and substance use disorder services for youth and adults.
three round stickers with different "I voted" designs
1/22/2026

SLO County Elections Office Calls for Young Artists to Submit "I Voted" Sticker Designs

First launched in Fall 2024, SLO County's "I Voted" sticker contest allows young artists in grades 3 through 12 to submit sticker design ideas for the next election cycle. The winning designs will be printed and distributed at both SLO County Elections Offices and at polling locations during the June and November 2026 elections.
Behavioral Health Director, Star Graber, , Ph.D., LMFT.
1/20/2026

County of San Luis Obispo Behavioral Health Director Announces Retirement

Dr. Star Graber, Ph.D., LMFT, will be retiring this Spring after serving SLO County for 39 years.
A person's hands holding a smartphone with social media reaction icons like hearts and thumbs-up floating above it.
1/15/2026

Coast Union Students Launch New Marketing Campaign

The Youth Focused Media Campaign Aims to Reduce Underage Drinking
District Attorney Issues Statement Regarding Protests and Calls for "ICE-Free Zones"
1/15/2026

District Attorney Issues Statement Regarding Protests and Calls for "ICE-Free Zones"

District Attorney Dan Dow released a community reminder today regarding lawful protest activity and "ICE-Free Zones."
Paul Flores’ Petition for Review of his Conviction Denied by California Supreme Court
1/14/2026

Paul Flores’ Petition for Review of his Conviction Denied by California Supreme Court

District Attorney Dan Dow announced today that the California Supreme Court has denied Paul Flores’ petition for review of his conviction for the 1996 murder of Kristin Smart.