If you have been thinking that you and your peers are getting more tickets in the last year, then you are right. According to a Mustang News data analysis, the University Police Department (UPD) has been giving out twice as many tickets this year.
Mustang News Now: 1-Minute update
Mustang News anchor Leah Horner has the headlines you need to know going into this week.
Halloween Weekend 2014 yields quiet results
Due to rain and increased enforcement, Cal Poly experienced a very mellow Halloween.
SLOPD grant allows crackdown on alcohol crimes
SLOPD and UPD increase enforcement to address minors’ alcoholic consumption and possession.
WOW 2014: New safety procedures yield mixed results
To increase public safety during WOW Week, SLOPD collaborated with the campus community and numerous San Luis Obispo resources .
Why partying could cost you double starting Sept. 14
An ordinance aimed at discouraging partying during the first weeks of school will double fines for certain violations from Sept. 14-29.
Cuesta students arrested for allegedly stealing sheep at Cal Poly
​The sheep was reported stolen to UPD at approximately 10:30 a.m on Tuesday. Officers ​conducted an investigation and ​were able to locate the sheep in an apartment​ complex​ in San Luis Obispo​.​
Pepper spray OK on campus, but not always best choice
University Police Department Chief George Hughes confirmed students, faculty and staff members are allowed to carry sprays like mace and pepper spray on campus and in buildings, including University Housing units.
Cal Poly officials: University ahead of White House recommendations to prevent sexual assault
Safer assistant coordinator Cheri Love explains how Cal Poly meets the recommendations the federal government has suggested for public universities to help prevent sexual assault.
Police: St. Patrick’s Day not as hectic as years past
SLOPD arrested a total of 11 people during this year’s St. Patrick’s Day, a small amount compared to last year’s 38 arrests.