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Stories from the Mustang News on KCPR Team. KCPR San Luis Obispo, CA.
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Cal Poly students lead the way with Best Buddies
Best Buddies is a global nonprofit focused on creating friendships between individuals with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. Reporter…
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Thrifty Beaches owner talks theft
Thrifty Beaches Headquarters, the vintage and second-hand store in downtown San Luis Obispo, has run into problems with theft. Reporters Evelyn Santa Rosa and…
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Whale rock commission reviews pipeline repair plan
The San Luis Obispo Whale Rock Commission held its annual meeting on May 8, approving the 2025-2026 budget and discussing infrastructure plans for the county's…
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Finding rhythm with Cal Poly's Tappy Hour
Cal Poly's dance program hosts a weekly 'Tappy Hour.' Free of charge, this class is open to anyone who wants to learn more about dancing. Reporter Lia…
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Weekly BRAE BBQ cooks up community
Each week, the Bioresource and Agricultural Engineering (BRAE) Department every thursday on campus. Reporter Lia Griffiths found out more about the people…
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Design Village reflects on 50 years
This year for the fiftieth time, architecture students from Cal Poly and other schools competed in Design Village. Reporter Dylan White attended the overnight…
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Cal Poly reacts to first American Pope
A new Pope has been chosen, and for the first time he's American. Reporter Fiona Hastings talked to students and a Deacon about Cardinal Robert Prevost, now…
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Shabang 2025 Day 2
Wallows closed out the second day of the Shabang music festival with a bang. Reporter Lauren Quijano guides us through the festival, from the stages to the…
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Shabang 2025 Day 1
Large and small artists took over the stages of Cuesta Ridge, Funk Safari and Laguna Lake from 3-11 p.m. on the first day of Shabang, from Acolyte to the…
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Family fun soars at Morro Bay Kite Festival
The annual Morro Bay Kite Festival wrapped up late last month after a weekend of colorful kites filled the sky. Reporter Giselle Espinoza attended the festival…
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IFC reflects on 'Morning on the Green'
Nearly two months after the first ever 'Morning on the Green' music festival for Saint Patrick's Day, Cal Poly's Interfraternity Council (IFC) is reflecting on…
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Students react to President Armstrong testifying before Congress
On May 7, Cal Poly President Jeffrey Armstrong has been called to testify before the Committee of Education and the Workforce for alleged antisemitism and…
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One student and three alumni visas reinstated at Cal Poly
After 70 C-S-U student visas were revoked this month, Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced a policy change. Reporter Jessica Carp has more on how this…
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Local French Bulldog lover forms monthly meet-up
One SLO community member has started a monthly meetup for their four-legged friends. Reporter Giselle Espinoza has the story on local Frenchie meet-ups.
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Lindsey Sparks makes comeback at Cal Poly
Women's volleyball player Lindsey Sparks was sidelined for two years following a severe knee injury. But now she's back to the sport, and now playing it at Cal…
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Inside 'Art After Dark'
SLO County Arts welcomes Art After Dark to downtown San Luis Obispo every first Friday of the month. Reporter Lia Griffiths attended the latest to bring you an…
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CP Athletics Director publicly comments on swim and dive cut
BREAKING NEWS: A month after Cal Poly Athletics announced the discontinuuation of the Cal Poly women's and men's swim and dive programs, Cal Poly Athletics…
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Cal Poly joins protest against education budget cuts
Faculty and students joined a national day of action for higher education, protesting state budget cuts and free speech restriction on campuses. Reporter…
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Student and CEO: Noah Moscovici
Cal Poly sophomore Noah Moscovici is the Founder and CEO of bottest.ai. Reporter Delaney Ridder took a look at what inspired him to create his own tech startup.
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A walk through of Cal Poly dining
In this Cal Poly Open House special format, Reporter Dylan White walks us through what on campus dining looks like for first years.
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Cal Poly BSU and the Black Academic Excellence Center host Open Mic Night
The Vibe Open Mic & Poetry Slam on Feb. 21 invited artists to the stage to celebrate Black History Month with the community. Reporter Jazmyn Chavez has the…
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Brian Dukes Jr. builds his brand through podcasting
Cal Poly Football's Brian Dukes Jr. has launched his own podcast to build his brand: the Dukes Up Podcast. Reporter Ty Soria attended the podcast's live event…
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ASI celebrates Cal Poly's pickleball lovers
Associated Students, Inc. hosted the school's first ever "Pickle Fest," in honor of the grand opening of the newly installed pickleball courts on campus…
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'Hands Off!' protest comes to San Luis Obispo
The nationwide 'Hands Off!' protest against President Donald Trump's policies took place on April 5, including in downtown San Luis Obispo. Reporter Layla…
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Harvest Lofts: Cal Poly's answer to faculty housing challenges
Cal Poly Partners has opened Harvest Lofts, apartments for university faculty and staff. Reporter Delaney Ridder talked to the Cal Poly Partners Real Estate…
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Cal Poly students plan donation based thrift store
Students are currently planning to open up a thrift store on Cal Poly's campus. While nothing has been finalized, Reporter Evelyn Santa Rosa talked to the…
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Rolling Loud 2025 Day 1
After a day of performances by artists like Larry June, Ski Mask the Slump God and Sexyy Red, Rolling Loud Day 1 in Inglewood California welcomed headliner…
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From rockstar lifestyle to health journey: Rad Juice
Rad Juice in San Luis Obispo focuses on high-quality, organic ingredients. And now they're expanding beyond juice. With the inside scoop here are reporters…
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From sea to table with Lure Fish House
The Lure Fish House chain has opened a location in San Luis Obispo. Reporter Dylan White spoke to the Cortina family to learn more about the journey of this…
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Fiber Arts Club gives students a crafting escape
Cal Poly's Fiber Arts Club has been a space for students to express their creativity and take a break from school through crafting since it was founded in…
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Rolling Loud 2025 Day 2
Day 2 of Rolling Loud brought artists like Destroy Lonely, Ken Carson and Playboi Carti to the stage, with a surprise appearance by the Weeknd during Cardi's…
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Students react to 'Morning on the Green' selling out
For the first time Cal Poly is hosting "Morning on the Green - A Mustang Music Festival" with the goal of replacing the annual Saint Patrick's Day block party…
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Chi Omega's cook-off fundraiser
A Cal Poly sorority held their quarterly philanthropy event, coming up with a unique way to get the local community involved. Reporter Mark Robinson has the…
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How Shower The People is supporting SLO's community
Access to basic hygiene is often a challenge for the homeless people in San Luis Obispo. Reporter Lauren Quijano spoke with a local organization about their…
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Backcountry Squatters: creating an inclusive outdoor community
The Backcountry Squatters is a club meant to empower women who enjoy the outdoors. Reporter Giselle Espinoza had the opportunity to talk to the Cal Poly…
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From food insecurity to loneliness, Camp Polyhacks takes on local problems
For the first time Cal Poly Journalism took charge of the school's annual hackathon: Camp Polyhacks. Reporter Jessica Carp attended the hackathon to learn…
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Cal Poly's Music Production Union empowers new artists
The Music Production Union, or MPU, meets weekly to help new artists continue to grow. Reporter Cayden Tan found out more about what this club means for its…
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Clue: The Musical kicks off at Cal Poly
Cal Poly's Theater and Dance Department is hosting Clue: The Musical this winter. The interactive musical was shown for the first time last weekend and runs…
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Texture salon's impact on the SLO community
During Black History Month, communities all over reflected on the significance of Black culture and history. Reporter Lauren Quijano got an inside look into…
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The journeys of three dance teams to Illuminate
Cal Poly's dance showcase Illuminate, hosted by United Movement, happened last weekend after months of preparation. Reporters Fiona Hastings and Evelyn Santa…
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Beyond the green at Dairy Creek's Swing Time
The Dairy Creek Golf Course in San Luis Obispo is using technology to attract players of all ages and skill levels. Reporter Riley Sullivan has the story on…
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The campus lawn where student businesses grow
Cal Poly's Dexter Lawn is a campus hub for student artists, small businesses and musicians. Reporter Delaney Ridder talked with some of the students that…
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Students cook up international experience at 'A Taste of the World'
Cal Poly students are taking the "learn by doing" motto to the next level with the upcoming 'A Taste of the World' food fair. Reporter Jazmyn Chavez has the…
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Cal Poly Women's Basketball gears up for final stretch
The NCAA Women's Basketball season is starting to wind down, and with a chance to clinch a spot in the Big West Tournament, Cal Poly Women's Basketball is…
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Students craft award-winning cheese at Cal Poly Creamery
Up at the on-campus creamery, students are making, testing and selling Cal Poly’s signature dairy products. Reporter Izzy Romero got an inside look at the…
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Softball coaches reunite at Mustang Classic
Cal Poly softball recently had guests all the way from Indiana that came and played at Bob Janssen Field. Here's Reporter Ty Soria with more on why Ball State…
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Serving up second chances: inside the 40 Prado kitchen
40 Prado is the only homeless shelter in the city of San Luis Obispo. The center is helping people turn their lives around. Reporter Emmy Burrus took an inside…
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Local musician embarks on 150-day song release journey
Quinn Southall is a local musician spreading his music without a label. He's started releasing a new song every three days, and is doing so for 150 days…
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Cal Poly Swing Club: no experience needed
A Cal Poly student club is running swing dancing lessons and social dances that are open to any student who wants to learn. Reporter Cayden Tan talked to the…
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SLO to change methods of voting
Voting is set to change in San Luis Obispo after a recent decision made by the City Council. With more on the changes, Reporter Jessica Carp has the full story.
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Cal Poly community rallies for immigrant rights at Sit In Solidarity protest
Cal Poly students and staff rallied on Dexter Lawn in solidarity with undocumented immigrants, standing against mass deportation plans. Reporter Layla Shuman…
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Battle of the Bands brings in local groups
San Luis Obispo's local music festival Shabang continues to grow a larger following every year. But, they still make an effort to keep local bands as involved…
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Decades-old engineering club helps shape student careers
The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers has a chapter here at Cal Poly. Reporter Fiona Hastings found out more about what…
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Former WNBA coach finds new home at Cal Poly
A new Cal Poly women's basketball assistant coach was once coaching for the WNBA. Sports Reporter Ty Soria has more on how Carlene Mitchell's experience can…
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Morro Bay's annual Bird Festival
Morro Bay welcomed in bird lovers from across the world for their 28th annual Bird Festival last month. Reporter Layla Shuman talked to festival organizers and…
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Local bands unite for California Fire Foundation
In the wake of the Los Angeles wildfires, SLO Brew hosted the "Songs of Solace" benefit concert. The event featured nine local bands, and all proceeds went…
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Margot Sinclair: five friends making music their way
From starting in a garage to getting streamed across the world, Margot Sinclair is on the rise. Reporter Delaney Ridder took an inside look at the SLO grown…
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Riders Club of SLO weighs in on city's next budget
The San Luis Obispo community gave input to help set the city’s major goals for the next two years at a community forum. Reporter Jeremy Garza found out why…
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SLO gathers at “Rally for the People”
San Luis Obispo advocated gathered in downtown on Jan. 18 to rally for women, immigrants and LGBTQIA+ people. Reporter Izzy Romero went to learn more about…
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Cal Poly's a cappella scene
Cal Poly is home to two campus a cappella groups, which use only their voices to create music. Reporter Layla Shuman took an inside look at the two.