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Here's a look at Cal Poly's new Warren J. Baker Center for Science and Mathematics. The $119 million, 189,000 square-foot building is the second largest building on campus and encompasses 64 faculty offices, 44 lab spaces, seven studio classrooms and eight lecture halls that can seat a total of 484 students.

Cal Poly says it's making progress on sustainability

Cal Poly has shown steady progress in its conservation efforts such as reducing commuter trips to campus, maintaining energy usage levels despite enrollment growth, and keeping its ground and creek water clean.

Sports

FILE - In this Sept. 22, 2013 file photo, San Francisco 49ers outside linebacker Aldon Smith (99) moves in on a play against the Indianapolis Colts at Candlestick Park in San Francisco. Two key faces have been absent as they seek new contracts, right guard Alex Boone and tight end Vernon Davis. On the defensive side, linebacker Aldon Smith and cornerback Chris Culliver each dealt with offseason arrests and court appearances.

Tight end Vernon Davis arrives at 49ers training camp

For anyone figuring Vernon Davis has some catching up to do during training camp, quarterback Colin Kaepernick has no concerns. 2 hours ago

Business

Kish Rajan

For economic development, SLO County has 'only upsides,' state official says

Kish Rajan, California Gov. Jerry Brown's dynamic appointee to head the state Office of Business and Economic Development, is confident that San Luis Obispo County can develop as a hub of technology and innovation.

Opinion

The city of San Luis Obispo executed an agreement with CBS Outdoor to remove the billboards on Johnson Ranch. Protect Scenic 101, a group of local citizens, aims to remove even more billboards along Highway 101.

Where did the billboards on Hwy. 101 south of SLO go?

Travelers can rejoice in the restoration of scenic views from Highway 101 of the Johnson Ranch, just south of San Luis Obispo’s city limits. The two billboards on the property have been removed.

Entertainment

C3PO, the droll droid of Star Wars fame, is shown with the character Luke Skywalker, played by Mark Hamill, in this undated handout photo. (AP Photo/Mandatory Credit: Copyright 2004 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.)

Our 10 favorite summer movies of all time

Tribune staff members share the movies that mean "summer" to them, from "Jaws" to "Independence Day."

Living

An elevated view of the fairway from a favorite bench.

Paradise found in Don and Sharon Erbstoesser's garden in SLO

Golfers and walkers hiking the perimeter of San Luis Obispo Country Club often stop to compliment Sharon and Don Erbstoesser as they walk past the colorful garden bordering the golf course.

State

Gang violence, fears for children fuel rush to US

Many immigrants flooding across the southern border of the U.S. say they're fleeing violent gangs in Central America. 1 minute ago

Nation/World

Gang violence, fears for children fuel rush to US

Many immigrants flooding across the southern border of the U.S. say they're fleeing violent gangs in Central America. 6 minutes ago