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FPPC rejects Nick Tompkins’ complaint

Written on 27 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 15 comments

By KAREN VELIE After the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission voted unanimously to reject developer Nick Tompkins mixed use project proposal, Tompkins filed a compliant with the Fair Political Practices Commission against a city planning commissioner who recommended changes to the... (Continue reading)

Former Santa Barbara man charged in 2 cold cases

Written on 26 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 20 comments

By KAREN VELIE A twice convicted violent predator from Santa Barbara is facing capital murder charges in the 1981 and 1986 murders of two 6-year-old boys, Los Angeles County District Attorney’s officials announced Friday. Earlier this year, Kenneth Rasmuson, 53,... (Continue reading)

Bailiff arrests state attorney in SLO courtroom

Written on 23 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 32 comments

By KAREN VELIE Following a spat between two attorneys arguing a case in a San Luis Obispo courtroom, a bailiff arrested a state attorney for resisting or obstructing a peace officer, San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Executive Officer Susan... (Continue reading)

Another SLO grocery store facing closure

Written on 22 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 23 comments

In addition to the possible closures of several San Luis Obispo County Haggen grocery stores, Fresh & Easy is also planning to close its Broad Street store. Fresh & Easy announced Wednesday plans to close or sell the 97 Fresh... (Continue reading)

Lobbying raises question: Who does Hill work for?

Written on 19 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 67 comments

Editor’s Note: This is part two in a two-part exclusive series about San Luis Obispo County Supervisor Adam Hill’s consulting work for a company tied to a prominent developer. Part one, “Supervisor Hill’s 2 jobs raise conflict of interest,” includes... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo optometrist arrested for neglect

Written on 17 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 11 comments

By KAREN VELIE A San Luis Obispo optometrist was arrested Thursday for allegedly neglecting her adult daughter. Family members contend the allegations are unfounded. On Sept. 23, Susanne Krout, 65, called for an ambulance to the Nipomo home of her... (Continue reading)

Supervisor Hill’s 2 jobs raise conflict of interest

Written on 14 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 30 comments

Editor’s Note: This is part one in a two-part series about San Luis Obispo County Supervisor Adam Hill’s consulting work for a company tied to a prominent developer. Find the 2014 articles of organization for San Luis Consulting, Adam Hill’s... (Continue reading)

Los Osos general manager facing performance review

Written on 12 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 10 comments

By JOSH FRIEDMAN Days after receiving allegations that its top official has been overpaying herself, the Los Osos Community Services District Board will review the performance of CSD General Manager Kathy Kivley. The board will convene for a special meeting... (Continue reading)

Mayor Tom O’Malley under fire for anti-Muslim post

Written on 10 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 39 comments

By CCN STAFF As the international debate over religious intolerance rages, comments shared by Atascadero Mayor Tom O’Malley on Facebook have led to criticism and outrage from supporters and opponents. On Sept. 24, O’Malley posted a link to a conspiracy... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo man target of federal securities investigation

Written on 9 Oct, 2015 in Featured, Uncovered SLO | 41 comments

By KAREN VELIE Federal authorities are investigating several companies suspected of involvement in an alleged securities and wire fraud scheme. Some of the companies are owned by a San Luis Obispo man, his wife or his girlfriend, according to public... (Continue reading)