California home sales and prices rise in August despite higher mortgage rates, housing costs, C.A.R. reports Existing, single-family home sales totaled 269,620 in August on a seasonally adjusted annualized rate, up 2.4 percent from 263,320 in July and up 1.4 percent from 265,780 in August 2025. August’s statewide median home price was $901,420, up 1.6 percent from $887,210 in July and up from $900,620 in August 2025. Year-to-date statewide home sales were up 1.8 percent in Au

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Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture. While we celebrate Hispanic and Latino communites beyond this month, from September 15 to October 15 we give extra recognition to the many contributions made to the history and culture of the United States, including important advocacy work, vibrant art, popular and traditional foods, and much more. Learn More: https://latino.si.edu/learn/teaching-and-learning-resources/hispanic-he

The first five feet around a home – aka “Zone Zero” - can play an important role in wildfire safety. Research and fire science show that reducing combustible materials closest to a structure can reduce ignition risk and improve a home's chances of surviving a wildfire. California’s Board of Forestry approved new Zone Zero rules on August 19, 2026, but the regulations must still complete the formal rulemaking process. The Board has indicated that they could be effective as ear