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Changes to real estate commissions have arrived
Changes in how real estate commissions are paid went into effect Aug. 17, following a national class action lawsuit settlement last spring. Two of the biggest shifts are that sellers can no longer set the commission rate for buyers’ agents, and buyers will now need to sign a representation agreement before a real estate agent can begin showing them properties.
San Francisco man charged in Santa Rosa motorcycle crash that injured his 2 children
A San Francisco man has been charged in a Santa Rosa motorcycle crash that injured his two children who were riding with him at the time of the Saturday evening incident. The Sonoma County District Attorney’s Office has charged Munkh Batmagnai, 31, with two counts of child endangerment and one count of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. He appeared before Judge Dana Simonds in ...
Windsor Unified blames delayed preschool starts on new California licensing process
Dozens of Windsor parents joined the throngs of elementary students at Mattie Washburn and Cali Calmecac schools this week, relieved — if not a little teary-eyed — to drop off their 3-year-olds so they could start their preschool journeys. At one point over the summer, the scene looked like it might not materialize. And, even as it played out on Monday, it still came a month late. Changes to ...
Bay Area to see cooler temps, rare chance of summer showers starting Thursday
The Bay Area will get an early taste of sweater weather this week as a gradual cooling trend moves across the region, peaking Thursday night and into Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Over the next couple of days, an atmospheric disturbance featuring a low-pressure system from the Pacific Northwest will drag cooler than normal temperatures across the area. "The most interesting thing that's happening here is a cold front moving in. It's a very strong low-pressure for August, if it were winter it would be no big deal," said Weather Service meteorologist Dylan Flynn. The system really starts to pick up...
Healdsburg’s New Movie Theater Set to Open in 2025
At last, construction kicked off this month on the True West Film Center near the plaza, behind the old Bear Republic brewpub space — thanks in large part to an “anonymous donation” of $1 million to the cause, according to the Press Democrat. Healdsburg’s new, two-story movie theater downtown, which will show a mix of artsy and mainstream films on three screens, is reportedly now slated to open sometime next year.
Attorneys for Golden Gate Bridge Protesters Demand DA’s Recusal, Alleging Pro-Israel Bias
Lawyers for the 26 people charged in connection with a pro-Palestinian protest that blocked the Golden Gate Bridge in April are calling on the district attorney to recuse herself from the case, alleging a conflict of interest and a “pattern of anti-Palestinian and anti-Arab racism” in her office.
Lawsuit filed against Contra Costa County and Antioch for failing to protect baby girl
ANTIOCH, Calif. (KRON) — A civil rights lawsuit filed in federal court last week accuses Contra Costa County, the City of Antioch and several agencies of failing to protect an 18-month-old girl who died from trauma allegedly inflicted by her parents from harm, despite repeated signs she was being abused. “We had the care providers […]
1 killed, 2 injured in crash involving Bay Area childhood friends
CHULA VISTA, Calif. - Three longtime childhood friends from the Bay Area were involved in a deadly crash in Southern California that claimed the life of one friend and left the two others with critical injuries. The solo vehicle crash happened Friday morning off Interstate 805 in Chula Vista in...
Person found dead inside Richmond utility vault was likely electrocuted, officials say
A person was found dead inside a Richmond utility vault on Tuesday, according to fire officials.Emergency dispatchers received a call about an explosion around 3:30 a.m. at Cutting Blvd and South 2nd St.When crews arrived, they discovered a manhole was blown off with a deceased person inside the vault.During the investigation, officials say the person came in contact with energized lines and was likely electrocuted, according to Deputy Fire Chief Aaron Osorio.The person was found above 4 to 6 feet of standing water.MORE: Man injured after getting trapped inside San Francisco sewer pipe, fire department saysThe Richmond Fire Department is waiting for PG&E to deenergize power in the vault, so they can safely remove the person's body.The area will remain closed to traffic for a few hours.The person has not been identified and it's unclear why they were in the vault.
KRON4’s ‘LIVE! in the Bay’ announces exciting new two-host format with Jessica Wills and Rachael Maurer
San Francisco, CA – August 20, 2024 – Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), owned and operated KRON4 in San Francisco (DMA #10), announces an exciting new direction for ‘LIVE! in the Bay.’ The locally produced television show that brings viewers the best of local culture, entertainment, and lifestyle is moving to a dynamic, two-host […]
Pleasanton man accused of preying on underage girls using Snapchat
(KRON) — A Pleasanton man is accused of using Snapchat to contact underage girls, exchange “hundreds of inappropriate conversations,” and commit sex crimes against victims, the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office said. William V. Coultrip, 19, allegedly “used social media to prey on teenage girls,” the sheriff’s office wrote. Investigators said Coultrip used multiple fake […]
Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay sold
Red Rock Island, one of the most unique pieces of real estate in the Bay Area, has secured a buyer, but the new owner remains a mystery. The 6-acre island, located in San Francisco Bay just south of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, was listed for $25 million. The sale price hasn't been revealed.
Healdsburg’s 36-year-old library to undergo $2.3 million remodel
The Healdsburg Regional Library, part of the Sonoma County Library system, will close on Sunday and remain closed until spring for a $2.3 million top-to-bottom remodel. According to Sonoma County Library Director Erika Thibault, the library has not had any significant upgrades since it first opened its doors in 1988. “The library is well-loved in our community, and it’s showing wear and tear,” ...
Healdsburg winemaker reveals secret behind top-notch Sauvignon Blanc
The Point Fire, which broke out June 16 northwest of Healdsburg and spread quickly in the iconic Dry Creek Valley wine region, forced Quivira Vineyards to evacuate. But winemaker Hugh Chappelle didn’t panic. “From my experience, the longer you’re a winemaker the more relaxed you become,” he said. “After 30-plus vintages, it takes a lot to rattle you and you have experience to draw upon when ...
Spring Lake Water Bark returns with canine fun and community spirit
Santa Rosa’s Spring Lake Water Bark returns this weekend, inviting dogs and their people to enjoy a series of weekend events filled with play and purpose. The Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation hosts this fun event, transforming a section of Spring Lake’s swimming lagoon into a dedicated space where dogs can swim and play off-leash.
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