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09/24/2025

09/11/2025

Today, we remember 9/11. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=18lsxFcDrjo&pp=ygUQOS8xMSBib2F0IHJlc2N1ZdIHCQkbAaO1ajebQw%3D%3D&fbclid=IwRlRTSAMv14tleHRuA2FlbQExAAEeIfM-o06GSJ9jOksKulZFDzc_K_kGYt93RwPAEzEjc490INyu454fQE3ep3o_aem_tJpPIuVbGdkyVqO1cKo6rA

Tom Hanks narrates the epic story of the 9/11 boatlift that evacuated half a million people from the stricken piers and seawalls of Lower Manhattan. Produced...

09/10/2025

We here at KNEWS 98.5 are saddened to hear of the tragic passing of Charlie Kirk. Following Central Coast Spotlight with Scott Taylor this evening, we will be airing a 3 hour special program on the shooting death of Charlie Kirk. It will be hosted by Mike Gallagher and Alex Marlow, editor in chief of Breitbart News.

The special begins at 6pm and you can listen on KNEWS 98.5 as well as online at KNEWS985.com and via our app.

Our thoughts and prayers to Charlie’s family and friends at this time.

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09/10/2025

A follow-up to our post from earlier today.

On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at about 9:00 am, the San Luis Obispo Police Department received a report from staff at Hotel Cerro, 1125 Garden Street, that a woman, identified as Patricia Castaneda, had stayed the previous night and was refusing to leave. Castaneda made threats of physical harm to the hotel staff with a knife or gun, and patrol officers responded to assist. The officers arrived and the woman had barricaded herself in the room. The SLOPD Community Action Team (CAT) responded to assist, but she remained barricaded and uncooperative. A perimeter was established, and all hotel rooms on that floor were evacuated as a precaution.

The San Luis Obispo Regional SWAT team and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) were activated and responded to the scene. Investigators from the San Luis Obispo Police Department obtained an arrest warrant for Castaneda for Felony Criminal Threats.

After several hours, the CNT negotiators were able to talk Castaneda into exiting the room and at about 3:00 pm, she was taken into custody without incident. No knives or guns were found. Castaneda was arrested and transported to the San Luis Obispo County Jail for the following charge:

PC 422 – Felony criminal threats, bail set at $50,000

Thank you to the staff of Hotel Cerro for the help and cooperation during this difficult incident.

Incident #250909014

09/09/2025

Join Scott Taylor at 5pm for Central Coast Spotlight. Tonight he will be joined by Sierra Emrick with the Central Coast State Parks Association, talking about what’s happening here locally this month with the State Parks Association, including their 6th Annual Butterfly Ball at the Octagon Barn in SLO coming up on 9/27. Scott will also be joined by the folks over at Vitalant Blood Center. The need for blood donations is always there.

Check it out tonight from 5-6pm on KNEWS 98.5.

09/09/2025

If you can avoid downtown SLO, please do.

The San Luis Obispo Police Department has blocked off a portion of Garden Street in downtown San Luis Obispo as officers respond to a report of a person barricaded inside a room at Hotel Cerro.

09/08/2025

Central Coast Spotlight is coming up from 5-6pm tonight with Julia Irwin with the Atascadero Police Foundation as well as Luke Udsen with Castoro Cellars in Paso Robles. The Whale Rock Music Festival is this weekend and will benefit TIMBA-the Templeton High School Band Program. Tonight on KNEWS 98.5.

09/05/2025

Join Scott Taylor tonight starting at 5 o’clock for Central Coast Spotlight. Local attorney Stew Jenkins will be in at 5 and then Kayla Rutland from City Farm SLO will be in at 5:30pm. Join us then!

09/04/2025

Join Scott Taylor on Central Coast Spotlight today when his guests will be Bob Williams from Noor Foundation and Laura Albers with SLO Climate Coalition. 5-6pm tonight on KNEWS 98.5.

08/30/2025

🔥 Battalion Chief Fleming: 🔥

Little-known story from the Gifford Fire: Chief Fleming (B3417, Nipomo) was part of the initial response to the rapidly growing blaze. Within the first 30 minutes, while scouting firefighter access, he came across a civilian with severe burn injuries. Without hesitation, he rendered aid, secured the patient in his vehicle, and coordinated the response—all while facing extreme fire behavior.

Chief Fleming never asked for recognition, but his actions speak volumes. He’s a dedicated L2881 member and a true example of fire service leadership.

08/29/2025

Safe travels and come back home safely and soon….

🚨 Less than 72 hours home… and back on the road again.

At 0430 this morning, Strike Team 9340C—made up of 1 Chief Officer, 5 fire engines, and 15 firefighters—was dispatched once again.

While initial reports had them headed to the in the Sierra National Forest, your L2881 San Luis Obispo Firefighters are currently assigned to provide coverage at CAL FIRE stations in Mendocino County.

✅ All San Luis Obispo County stations remain fully staffed and covered at home.

🔥 Whether on the frontlines or holding the line back home, your firefighters are there 24/7.

08/29/2025