Stephanie Zappelli

The Tribune

Stephanie Zappelli is the environment and immigration reporter for The Tribune. Born and raised in San Diego, they graduated from Cal Poly with a journalism degree. When not writing, they enjoy playing guitar, reading and exploring the outdoors.

No water in wine country: How SLO County residents survive when their wells go dry

April 20, 2025 5:00 AM

‘This is a slaughter’: How Los Padres forest biologist lost his job amid Trump purge

February 21, 2025 2:37 PM

Northern Chumash tribe holds first SLO County cultural burn in generations. ‘Like coming home’

June 22, 2024 5:00 AM

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Noticias

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Entertainment

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Local

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Local

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