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John Castillo

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Raised in Bakersfield, California, John Castillo is the San Luis Obispo reporter for Times Media Service. Castillo covers local news in San Luis Obispo, including city government, schools, public safety, development and community life, from local history to culture. Castillo holds a master's degree in mass communication.

Stories by John Castillo

4 stories

  1. June 2026

    3 stories: 1 investigation, 2 news stories

  2. Sun

    News: Arts and Entertainment · California

    Disneyland’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure reopens after 13-year-old exits ride vehicle and slides down final drop

    Disneyland reopened Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Anaheim after inspectors found no issues following a Sunday incident where a guest exited a ride.

  3. Sun

    News: Business and Finance · United States

    iShares semiconductor fund reported up 89% this year as AI chip trade leads ETFs

  4. Sun

    Investigation · Sports · United States

    Knicks win first NBA title in 53 years, beating Spurs 94-90 to close Finals in five games

  5. December 2025

    1 story: 1 news story

  6. Tue

    News: Energy · California

    Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant: CA Extends Operations to 2030