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Americans face record-high summer electricity bills as extreme heat drives up cooling use; the average household is projected to spend about $792 on electricity from June through September, up 10.5% from last year and nearly 40% higher than in 2020, with one in six households behind on utility bills and advocates urging Congress to boost LIHEAP funding to $7 billion for fiscal year 2027.
The DOE published guidance for $8.8B in HOMES and HEEHR home-efficiency rebates, reopening funds but barring funding for switching from fossil fuels to electric heat, requiring insulation/air-sealing upgrades before appliances, and scrapping DEI/Justice40 considerations; states must adjust plans before funds are released, a move applauded by some for efficiency gains but criticized by advocates who say it narrows electrification and equity goals.
Severe storms ripped through parts of Lamar County, Mississippi, spawning multiple tornadoes and causing property damage as crews assess the aftermath.
A Fort Worth couple, Christopher and Raquelle Judge, pleaded guilty to defrauding about 40 families in North Texas by collecting nearly $4.8 million for custom home and renovation projects they never completed, using the money for personal expenses and lifestyle, leading to half-built houses and financial losses for victims.
The article describes various $2 million homes in London, including a loft in a converted 19th-century warehouse in Poplar, a four-bedroom house in South London, and a house on Sir Henry Tate's former estate, highlighting the diverse real estate options available in the city.
The article highlights three $2 million homes in Savannah, Georgia, Topanga, California, and Washington, D.C., including an 1850 rowhouse in Savannah's Historic Landmark District, a 1970s house in Topanga, and a converted stable home in D.C., showcasing diverse luxury properties across different regions.
Several homes in Lake County are threatened due to historic flooding caused by a massive washout on Sunday, raising concerns about property damage and safety.
The article discusses how private equity firms and institutional investors have been buying and renting out homes across the U.S., which has both benefits, like increased neighborhood diversity and affordable rentals, and drawbacks, such as making homeownership more difficult and driving up prices due to reduced housing supply. It highlights the complex trade-offs involved and suggests that increasing housing construction could be a more effective solution than banning corporate landlords.
An explosion on Philadelphia's north side early Sunday resulted in one death and two injuries, causing extensive damage to about five homes. Firefighters responded to the scene, but the cause of the explosion remains unknown, and search and rescue operations are ongoing.
A wildfire has swept into Malibu, California, destroying homes and prompting mandatory evacuations as firefighters battle to contain the blaze.
Residents in California are returning to their neighborhoods to find their homes destroyed by a recent mountain wildfire, leaving many with only rubble and ashes. The fire has caused significant devastation, highlighting the ongoing challenges of wildfire management and recovery in the region.
A renovated 1922 bungalow in Los Angeles, California is on the market for $2.35 million, featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a one-bedroom guesthouse on a 0.2-acre lot. Renovated by Barbara Bestor, the house boasts a living room with Douglas fir floors, a lofted family room, a brick fireplace, and a kitchen with custom-designed cabinetry and a center island. The property is located in Eagle Rock, near schools and main thoroughfares, and offers easy access to Pasadena, Glendale, and downtown Los Angeles.
Three homes in California, including a three-bedroom house in Glendale, a Craftsman bungalow in San Francisco, and a two-bedroom condominium in a gated retirement community in Carmel, are listed for $1.2 million. The Glendale property, priced at $1.195 million, features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a recently updated interior, including a living room with high, beamed ceilings, a fireplace, and an updated kitchen with honed-marble counters.
A large fire in the Masterson Station area of Lexington has resulted in three homes being completely destroyed, with the first house collapsing upon the arrival of the fire crews. The second home was fully engulfed, while the third had its attic on fire. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as the houses were unoccupied at the time of the incident.
Flooding in Fairfield has forced residents to evacuate their homes, as rising water levels pose a threat to the safety and well-being of the community.