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Ian Scott

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Raised in Salinas, California, Ian Scott is the Paso Robles reporter for Times Media Service. Scott covers local news in Paso Robles, including local government, schools, public safety, development and community life, with attention to the area's agricultural roots and its evolving wine industry. Scott holds a master's degree in science communication.

Stories by Ian Scott

13 explainers

  1. September 2026

    4 stories: 4 explainers

  2. Mon

    Explainer · Election · San Luis Obispo

    Three Seek Two San Luis Obispo Council Seats in 2026

    Brett Cross challenges incumbents Michelle Shoresman and Emily Francis in San Luis Obispo's Nov. 3, 2026, City Council election.

  3. Mon

    Explainer · Election · San Luis Obispo

    Three Seek Two San Luis Obispo Council Seats in 2026

  4. Sat

    Explainer · Election · San Luis Obispo

    San Luis Coastal School Board Races Set for Nov. 3

  5. Fri

    Explainer · Election · California

    From Chino Valley School Board to Statewide Ballot: Sonja Shaw’s 2026 Bid

    Chino Valley board president Sonja Shaw led California's June primary and will face Richard Barrera in the November superintendent race.

  6. August 2026

    3 stories: 3 explainers

  7. Tue

    Explainer · Education · California

    What California Senate Bill 1133 could mean for student health lessons

  8. Mon

    Explainer · Environment · California

    Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after more than three weeks of intensive care

  9. Fri

    Explainer · Environment · California

    Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains critically ill as anemia worsens at Ojai Raptor Center

    Ojai Raptor Center reports bald eagle Jackie's PCV fell to 13% in its latest update, signaling worsening anemia as treatment continues.

  10. July 2026

    4 stories: 4 explainers

  11. Sat

    Explainer · Real Estate · California

    $10.5 million raised to buy Moon Camp land near Jackie and Shadow’s nest in Big Bear Valley

  12. Tue

    Explainer · Education · United States

    Education Department finalizes rule tying federal aid to graduate earnings

  13. Sun

    Explainer · Business and Finance · United States

    Why KFC Dropped ‘Kentucky Fried Chicken’ — and Why the Myths Won’t Die

    Fast-food chain KFC rebranded from Kentucky Fried Chicken in 1991 to modernize its image, addressing persistent myths about fees and poultry.

  14. Sat

    Explainer · Transportation · World

    Why airlines say changing daylight saving time would disrupt flight schedules

  15. June 2026

    2 stories: 2 explainers

  16. Mon

    Explainer · Environment · San Luis Obispo

    San Luis Obispo County’s desalination plan: what it is, why it matters and what comes next

  17. Sat

    Explainer · Crime and Justice · United States

    Unexpected envelope in the mail? Don’t scan the QR code, consumer agencies say

    Federal agencies warn San Luis Obispo residents of illegal brushing scams using unsolicited mail and QR codes to steal personal information.