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Sale closed in Saratoga: $2.8 million for a four-bedroom home

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

13971 Quito Oaks Way – Google Street ViewA 2,109-square-foot house built in 1962 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 13900 block of Quito Oaks Way in Saratoga was sold on July 10, 2023. The $2,750,000 purchase price works out to $1,304 per square foot. This single-story house presents a roomy floor plan, featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. In addition, the house features a two-car garage, providing ample room for vehicles and storage needs. Situated on a spacious 0.3-acre lot, the property offers ample outdoor space along with the added bonus of a pool.Additional houses have recently changed hands nearby:A 3,230-square-foot home on the 13900 block of Quito Road in Saratoga sold in October 2022, for $3,150,000, a price per square foot of $975. The home has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In October 2022, a 1,757-square-foot home on Raven Court in Saratoga sold for $2,502,000, a price per square foot of $1,424. Th...

Biden impeachment inquiry? House speaker floats the possibility

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

By LISA MASCARO (AP Congressional Correspondent)WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says Republican lawmakers may consider an impeachment inquiry of President Joe Biden over unproven claims of financial misconduct, responding to enormous GOP pressure to demonstrate support for Donald Trump ahead of the 2024 presidential election.Speaking Tuesday at the Capitol, McCarthy said the questions House Republicans are raising about the Biden family finances need to be investigated. So far, he acknowledged, the House’s probes have not proven any wrongdoing, but an impeachment inquiry “allows Congress to get the information to be able to know the truth.”An impeachment inquiry by the House would be a first step toward bringing articles of impeachment. Such a probe could be as lengthy or swift as the House determines, potentially stretching into campaign season. “We will follow this to the end,” he said, first floating the idea late Monday on Fox N...

Nick Bosa absent from 49ers training camp amid extension talks

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Day 1 of 49ers training camp arrived Tuesday, and Nick Bosa did not.“I have not seen Nick. And I would expect he’s not here, to start off,” general manager John Lynch said at the team’s camp-opening news conference. “We’re working. We’re having really good communication with (his agent) Brian Ayrault.”Bosa, rather than play out his rookie contract’s fifth and final year, is poised to land the richest contract extension in 49ers history and perhaps the NFL’s largest for a non-quarterback.“The interest is mutual,” added Lynch, also noting a desire on both sides to keep negotiation details private.Bosa’s agent, Brian Ayrault, did not immediately return messages seeking comment and confirmation.Bosa could incur a $40,000 daily fine for missing camp, according to the league’s collective bargaining agreement for players on a fifth-year option from their rookie contract, under which Bosa is set to earn a ...

Transgender influencer targeted by disturbing prank call at SF cafe

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

(KRON) -- A transgender woman was streaming live at a local eatery near Lower Pacific Heights when someone contacted the owner to say she was speaking inappropriately to a child. There was one big problem with the claim: there were no children in the cafe that day. SF District Attorney files charges in attack on elderly Asian American woman Lilly Contino is a transgender content creator who lives in San Francisco. She was streaming live on TikTok at Crown and Crumpet Tea Salon when the owner approached her after receiving an odd message on July 10. Someone called the eatery three times and sent a text claiming that a transgender person was inside of the restaurant speaking inappropriately to children, the owner said. The owner told Contino that it was a strange complaint, as she didn't remember any children coming into the tea salon. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KRON4 Breaking News...

San Jose firefighters on scene of residential fire on Blue Rock Court

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

(KRON) -- Firefighters are responding to a one-alarm fire at a residential structure on Blue Rock Court, according to the San Jose Fire Department. Residents in the area are being advised to use caution around emergency personnel and equipment. Car that veered off Sanchez stairs was carjacked A photo posted to SJFD's Twitter shows at least two fire vehicles at the scene, which appears to be an apartment or duplex complex.There were no initial reports of injuries or displacements.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Homicide of 'Spooky' Pederson remains unsolved

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

(KRON) -- The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help to solve a cold case dating back to the summer of 1995. Adam "Spooky" Pederson was just 17 years old when he was slain in a drive-by style shooting in Hayward at 7:03 p.m. on July 23, 1995. Pederson was standing with a group of men on the corner of Smalley Avenue and Princeton Street when a second group drove up in a tan Buick Regal, investigators said. "Witnesses stated they saw the passenger lean out the window, then a popping sound was heard and the vehicle speed off," ACSO wrote. The suspects inside the Buick were men between ages 18-20. The Buick's rear tires were raised. The Sheriff's Office is asking anyone with information on this unsolved case to call its Cold Case Homicide Unit at 510-667-3661, or the Anonymous Tip Line at 510-667-3622. "Our victims were never forgotten," ACSO wrote.

SF mayor announces plans to create over 135 affordable homes for educators

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

(BCN) -- Faced with a teacher and affordable housing shortage, San Francisco will provide over 135 new affordable homes to teachers, teacher's aides and early childhood educators employed by the San Francisco Unified School District and San Francisco Community College District, the mayor's office announced Tuesday. "Increased housing options for educators help us attract and retain talent in our schools and deepen connections within San Francisco communities," SFUSD Superintendent Matt Wayne said in a press release. Car that veered off Sanchez stairs was carjacked With $32 million in allocated funding, nonprofit agencies MidPen Housing Corporation and Mission Economic Development Agency will develop two respective housing projects -- one affordable rental housing project at 570 Golden Gate Ave. and one with below-market-rate homes for purchase at 2205 Mission St. Maximum rents and purchase prices will lie between 40% and 140% of the area median income. Tenant preference...

Falcons re-sign tight end McCole Pruitt, adding more depth to strong position

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons re-signed free agent tight end MyCole Pruitt on Tuesday as players reported for Wednesday’s first practice of training camp.Pruitt had 16 catches for 150 yards and four touchdowns last season while starting four games with Atlanta. His signing adds depth to a position already bolstered by the offseason trade with New England for Jonnu Smith. Starting tight end Kyle Pitts, recovering from a torn medial collateral ligament in his knee, is expected to be ready for the start of the season. Pitts could be monitored or limited at the start of camp.The Falcons announced veteran defensive end Calais Campbell, who signed a one-year deal on March 29, will open camp on the designated non-football injury list. He can be activated at any time.Campbell, 36, played the past three seasons with the Baltimore Ravens. He has 99 sacks, including 5 1/2 in 2022, and is expected to provide a boost to Atlanta’s dismal pass rush.Also, running back C...

Retail Opportunity Investments: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — SAN DIEGO (AP) — Retail Opportunity Investments Corp. (ROIC) on Tuesday reported a key measure of profitability in its second quarter. The results exceeded Wall Street expectations.The real estate investment trust, based in San Diego, said it had funds from operations of $35.6 million, or 27 cents per share, in the period.The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for funds from operations of 26 cents per share.Funds from operations is a closely watched measure in the REIT industry. It takes net income and adds back items such as depreciation and amortization.The company said it had net income of $9.9 million, or 8 cents per share.The real estate investment trust, based in San Diego, posted revenue of $82 million in the period.Retail Opportunity Investments expects full-year funds from operations to be $1.05 to $1.11 per share._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from ...

Weatherford: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:20 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — HOUSTON (AP) — Weatherford International Inc. (WFRD) on Tuesday reported second-quarter earnings of $82 million.The Houston-based company said it had profit of $1.12 per share.The results fell short of Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.23 per share.The oilfield service company posted revenue of $1.27 billion in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on WFRD at https://www.zacks.com/ap/WFRDSource