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The Independent

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California braces for wildfire nightmare as 70mph winds threaten hundreds of thousands with blackouts

Your browser does not support the video tag. Large regions across California face dangerous fire weather starting Thursday, with thousands of residents potentially losing electricity as utility providers attempt to avoid sparking wildfires during hot, gusty conditions expected to persist through Saturday . Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass , who has drawn criticism over the city's response to deadly 2025 blazes, said she instructed the fire department to deploy crews and equipment ahead of the windstorm. She added that officials have also requested help from state emergency services. "It’s a pretty widespread event of elevated fire weather, so the whole SoCal region should really be on alert," said Rose Schoenfeld, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service . California is bracing for fire weather, with thousands potentially losing power as utilities aim to prevent wildfires during hot and windy conditions (AP) Warm, dry Santa Ana winds blowing from Southern California 's interior toward the coast are expected across the region, with the strongest gusts forecast between Thursday afternoon and Friday afternoon. Schoenfeld said winds are expected to average 20 to 40 mph (32 to 64 kph), with gusts between 50 and 70 mph (80 to 113 kph) across the San

California · 24d

Andre Brooks

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You Closed In the Back Porch for One More Room and Plan to Sell As Is. In California, Saying Nothing Can Leave You Owing the Buyer.

The back porch got walls and a window years ago, or the garage got carpet and a closet, and it has been a room ever since. Nobody pulled a permit. Now you're getting ready to sell, and the plan is to list the house as is and let the buyer's inspector find whatever there is to find.

California · 25d
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bayareatelegraph.com

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California Home Foreclosures Are Spiking, Concerning New Data Shows

CALIFORNIA STATE – More California properties are entering foreclosure, according to housing data that points to growing financial pressure on some homeowners. California recorded 21,543 properties with foreclosure filings during the first six months of 2026, an increase of nearly 13% from the same period last year, according to property data company ATTOM’s midyear report. Filings were also about 13% above their first-half 2024 level.

California · 24d
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montereycountynow.com

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Letters to the Editor 10.15.26

This is a monstrosity being put in a scenic area (“A Builder’s Remedy proposal for nearly 1,000 apartments on Highway 68 stirs concerns,” Oct. 8-14). Highway 68 is already almost impassable; I commute and it takes me an hour each day to go 16 miles. Now I’ll have to look at this eyesore. For shame, letting the skyline be bought by the biggest bidder. I’m disgusted. Wendy Oberbrecklon | Monterey.

Salinas, CA · 24d
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The Coconut Mama

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California winery puts 3,500 acres up for sale amid industry struggles and trade wars

California’s wine industry is facing mounting pressure as changing consumer habits and weaker demand leave growers and producers searching for ways to stay afloat. Now, one established wine company is…

California · 25d

The Cool Down

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California rolls out low-interest wildfire loans for homeowners priced out of home hardening

Insurance is getting harder to afford and wildfire danger is increasing.

California · 22d

Fortune

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Meet a 23-year-old millionaire who canceled his plan to move to San Francisco because of a billionaire tax he might never have to pay

Ohio-based founder Emil Barr fears broader wealth taxes could follow. It's an "anti-entrepreneurial" attitude, he told Fortune. Jensen Huang disagrees.

San Francisco, CA · 24d

elreporterosf.com

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Affordable housing should create homeowners, not permanent tenants

Why aren’t California politicians offering low-income families a path to ownership?. California politicians constantly promise to solve the housing crisis. They propose billions in subsidies, new construction projects, and legislation to accelerate development. But why do so few proposals address a fundamental question: How can low-income families become homeowners instead of remaining tenants indefinitely?

California · 23d

hoodline.com

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Sunnyvale Opens 176-Unit Ira D. Hall Square Next to Lawrence Caltrain Stop

Santa Clara County and its partners celebrated the grand opening Tuesday of a 176-unit affordable housing development in Sunnyvale, built within walking distance of the Lawrence Caltrain Station. The community, called Ira D. Hall Square, sits on a 1.26-acre site at 1178 Sonora Court and was developed by MidPen Housing and built by Cahill Contractors.

Sunnyvale, CA · 24d

San José Spotlight

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Op-ed: Developers get the profits with Prop. 45 — we pay the price

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... When we read a development proposal, we look beyond the property line. What will neighbors hear at night? What will children breathe? Where will the water come from? What happens to the birds and wildlife already living there?. One of us teaches environmental studies...

San Jose, CA · 23d

theplaybookmb.com

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They broke into real estate with a credit card on Craigslist

Josh and Adam Justiniano are brothers, best friends, next-door neighbors, and co-partners at Quick Home Offers—where they’ve completed over 300 real estate transactions across California. Check out the unusual way they got into the game. How they got started: A credit card, although Josh is quick to say,...

California · 24d

Marisol Ochoa

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Your contractor has a license for that shower. Does the job still need a permit?

As of mid-October 2026, a contractor’s license is not the answer to every question about replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower. The sharp moment is when work is ready to start and you still cannot say who is getting the permit—or whether the job will have a final inspection.

California · 23d

ModernVibe

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10 Cheapest Places To Live In California #unitedstates #location #TooFunnyToScroll #FirstVideoChallenge

California · 24d

benitolink.com

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Betabel Road developer sues county over housing project application

A proponent of a 280-unit development on Betabel Road off Hwy 101 is challenging San Benito County’s denial of the project application in a lawsuit. Developer Rider McDowell alleges that county planners delayed providing a list of required “materials” to complete the project application and that deadlines were changed to make it more difficult to comply.

San Benito County, CA · 25d

Insurance Journal

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SageSure One Expanding California Homeowners Coverage

SageSure One is expanding its California homeowners insurance offerings. The new product, from Olympus Insurance Co., provides up to $20 million in total insurable value. The non-admitted HO5 homeowners product is designed for higher-value California homes, with coverage beginning at $1 million in Coverage A. The open-perils policy targets properties that fall between standard homeowners insurance and high-net-worth insurance markets.

California · 24d

LA Public Press

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Proposition 45 aims to fast track big development projects. Critics worry about a potential data center loophole

The proposition could also limit LA’s power to challenge major proposals. Help fund independent local journalism in Los Angeles →

California · 23d

benitolink.com

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COMMUNITY OPINION: California’s CEQA reform proposition threatens wildlife

This opinion was contributed by Aromas wildlife ecologist, farmer and author Sean McCain. The opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BenitoLink or other affiliated contributors. Lea este artículo en español aqui. California is one of the most exceptional biodiversity hotspots in the world. The beautiful state contains thousands...

California · 24d

svvoice.com

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Candidates for State Senate District 10: Linda Price, Scott Sakakihara

The Weekly wanted to give voters insight into each state senate candidate’s position on issues we believe matter most to the community. Consequently, we asked the candidates for California State Senate District 10, Linda Price and Scott Sakakihara, four questions, giving them the flexibility to answer as many as they wanted. We limited their responses to 750 words (allowing a bit of flexibility for how disparate word processors count words).

California · 25d

The Mendocino Voic

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Prop 45 explained: CEQA overhaul could shift who holds power over building

Prop 45 would set deadlines on environmental reviews and lawsuits for projects like housing, roads and water systems.

Mendocino County, CA · 25d