homeowner
Coverage of homeowner in the Nexus archive.
- Waipio Gentry man forced to pay to remove tree blocking his house as city crews can't get there yet
A Waipio homeowner paid $4,500 out of pocket for the removal of a massive downed tree that was blocking their house. This cost was incurred because city crews could not access the area, having prioritized other incidents following recent storms.
- More than 126,000 home permits are expired in Austin. Are you affected?
As of mid-2026, Austin had nearly 127,000 expired residential permits scattered across town dating back to the late 1970s. These existing permits could pose an expensive hassle for homeowners attempting to repair or update their houses.
- Masked men caught on camera trying to break into Pasadena home, resident says
Four masked men were captured on camera attempting to break into a home in the Pasadena neighborhood of Hastings Ranch. The homeowner, who requested anonymity, reported that the would-be burglars arrived around 11:15 p.m. and entered the property through the backyard.
- Foiled break-in caught on camera at Pasadena home as would-be burglars flee
A foiled break-in occurred at a home in Pasadena. The group of would-be burglars were scared off by a homeowner during an encounter that was caught on camera.
- 81-year-old Detroit homeowner seeks help after tree falls on home
A large tree fell on a home in Detroit several weeks ago. An 81-year-old homeowner is now seeking assistance to ensure the debris is removed before the situation deteriorates.
- Gazebo catches fire after lightning strike in SW Miami-Dade; family is thankful home was spared
A gazebo in Southwest Miami-Dade caught fire after a lightning strike hit a palm tree, causing a frond to fall and spark the blaze. Firefighters quickly extinguished the flames, sparing the family's home from damage, though furniture and a fence were destroyed.
- Homeowner blames ‘militant vegan’ for missing milk before camera reveals real thief
A homeowner initially blamed a 'militant vegan' for missing milk, but surveillance footage revealed the actual thief. The homeowner expressed forgiveness upon recognizing the thief's appearance.
- Flagler County deputies rescue man who was trapped feet away from house fire
Flagler County deputies rescued a homeowner trapped near a house fire after a passing driver reported heavy smoke. Deputies used a fire extinguisher to control the flames and helped the man to safety before firefighters arrived to extinguish the blaze. The homeowner is expected to recover.
- Menands homeowner's basement foundation collapses after storms
A Menands homeowner's basement foundation collapsed following Wednesday's storms. The homeowner discussed the damage with NEWS10's Amber Fisher, who also consulted experts for advice on home protection.
- Colorado homeowner puts $200k property on market with squatters STILL inside
A Colorado homeowner has listed a $200,000 property for sale while squatters remain inside the home. The situation highlights a conflict between property ownership and unauthorized occupancy.
- Westchester homeowner believes lightning struck wire that sparked house fire
A house fire in Southwest Miami-Dade's Westchester area was caused by a live wire that fell on the house and pool, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. The homeowner believes lightning struck the wire, though no injuries were reported.
- Speeding driver crashes into Sunrise home, narrowly missing woman inside bedroom, neighbors say
A speeding driver crashed a Mercedes-Benz into a Sunrise home on Northwest 12th Street, narrowly missing a woman inside and causing significant damage. Neighbors reported previous crashes at the location and called for traffic-calming measures, but investigators have not yet determined the cause or charged the driver.
- Airbnb squatter? Hermosa Beach, California homeowner says guest refused to leave after reservation ended
A homeowner in Hermosa Beach, California, is involved in a costly legal battle after an Airbnb guest refused to leave the property following the end of their reservation.
- Airbnb squatter? Hermosa Beach, California homeowner says guest refused to leave after reservation ended
A Hermosa Beach homeowner is involved in a costly legal battle with an Airbnb guest who refused to leave after the reservation ended. The situation highlights issues with post-checkout occupancy on rental platforms.
- Airbnb squatter? Hermosa Beach, California homeowner says guest refused to leave after reservation ended
A Hermosa Beach, California homeowner reported that an Airbnb guest refused to leave her property after the reservation ended, resulting in a costly legal battle.
- Homeowner incandescent after tree surgeon marched into her garden and cut down majestic 150-year-old oak tree while working on school next door, lawsuit claims
A homeowner is suing after a tree surgeon allegedly cut down her 150-year-old oak tree while working on a school next door. The lawsuit claims the tree was destroyed without authorization during the tree surgeon's work on the adjacent property.
- Cleanup underway after storms bring trees down onto Catawba County homes
Cleanup efforts are ongoing in Catawba County after storms caused trees to fall onto homes. A homeowner reported having multiple people at his residence to watch the World Cup final during the incident.
- BSO deputies search for Tesla driver after crash into parked cars in Pompano Beach
Broward Sheriff’s deputies are searching for a Tesla driver who crashed into two parked cars and a garage door in Pompano Beach. Surveillance video shows two men assisting the injured driver before fleeing, while the homeowner reported severe damage to her vehicles, a motorcycle, and garage door.
- ‘Alien chemistry’ discovered on meteorite that plunged through New Jersey home
A meteorite containing 'alien chemistry' crashed into a New Jersey home, creating a hole in the ceiling of the master bedroom. The homeowner reported hearing a loud crash before discovering the damage.
- Horror as Texas homeowner returns to find his two roommates shot to death inside his house
A Texas homeowner returned to his house and discovered his two roommates had been shot to death inside. The incident has been described as a horrifying crime scene.
- Bumbling squatter who broke into waterside Lake Tahoe home left behind VERY telling clue for disturbed homeowner to find
A squatter broke into a waterside Lake Tahoe home and left a clue for the homeowner to discover. The incident involved a disturbed homeowner finding a telling clue left behind by the intruder.
- Car crushed by tree during storm in Hollywood; no injuries reported
A car was crushed by a tree during a storm in Hollywood, with the incident occurring off North 24th Avenue and Grant Street. City workers removed the fallen tree, and no injuries were reported.
- Moment drivers repeatedly smash into bollards too slim for cars - as fed-up homeowner calls for slimmed-down road to be widened
Drivers repeatedly collide with bollards deemed too narrow for vehicles, prompting a frustrated homeowner to demand the road be widened. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns and infrastructure issues.
- [US] first&last name and cell phone #
A man approached a homeowner while collecting donations for Vacterl syndrome, seeking funds for his hospitalized 1-year-old son. He requested the homeowner's phone number and full name but has not followed up, raising concerns about potential scam activity.
- Livonia house explosion, suspected arson, ends with police shooting, killing homeowner
A suspected arson at a Livonia residence led to an explosion, fire, and a police shooting that killed the 61-year-old homeowner. Officers found gas lines cut, prompting an arson investigation, and encountered the armed homeowner in a neighboring backyard, resulting in a fatal shooting. Two investigations are ongoing: one for arson and another for the officer-involved shooting.
- Fake contractor scams Miami-Dade homeowner out of $9,200, deputies say
Maikel Alvarez Reyes, 34, is facing theft and unlicensed contracting charges after allegedly collecting $9,200 from a Miami-Dade homeowner for installing impact windows and doors but failing to perform any work. Deputies confirmed his arrest and stated no materials were provided despite repeated requests by the victim.
- Smoke detector alerts sleeping man of fully-involved house fire in Carlisle
Smoke detectors in a Carlisle home alerted a sleeping man to a fully-involved house fire at around 4:30 a.m., helping save his life. The Carlisle Fire Department reported the detectors awoke the homeowner during the incident.
- Chicago homeowners dispute massive water bills, seek answers from city
Chicago homeowners are disputing massive water bills, with one homeowner facing a $235,000 bill at a vacant property she claims lacks running water. The affected property is reportedly vacant and without water service, leading to the dispute.
- 3 bear cubs wander into Yucaipa backyard
Three young bears wandered into a Yucaipa backyard over the weekend, startling a homeowner and turning the space into an unexpected hangout.
- Thrifty homeowner fireproofs her beloved California home on a tight budget
A San Marcos homeowner is fireproofing her California home with fire-resistant upgrades to prepare for future wildfires, all while working within a tight budget.
- Driver crashes into northwest Miami-Dade home, causing more than $50K in damage
A driver crashed into a northwest Miami-Dade home Saturday morning, causing over $50,000 in damage to the property and vehicles. The uninsured driver refused first responder assistance, and the homeowner highlighted recurring speeding issues in the neighborhood.
- San Bernardino homeowner says deputy entered yard without warrant, fatally shot dog
A San Bernardino homeowner claims a sheriff's deputy entered his backyard without a warrant and shot and killed one of his dogs. The incident involves allegations of unlawful entry and fatal use of force against a pet.
- Moment furious homeowner attempts to storm into neighbour's property demanding he 'fight like a man' over 'petty' parking row
A furious homeowner attempted to storm into a neighbor's property, demanding he 'fight like a man' over a 'petty' parking dispute. The confrontation highlights a heated altercation between the two neighbors.
- Homeowner shoots and kills armed intruder in San Jacinto, deputies say
A homeowner in San Jacinto shot and killed an armed intruder, according to deputies. The incident occurred when the homeowner, who was with a neighbor, heard gunfire and screaming from his home and discovered an unknown man armed with a shotgun.
- Armed intruder killed after exchange of gunfire with homeowner in San Jacinto
A homeowner in San Jacinto fatally shot an armed intruder during an exchange of gunfire inside a residence. Deputies responded to reports of an assault with a deadly weapon on Heron Way late Friday night.
- Homeowner finds 20 sticks of live dynamite in freezer, prompting evacuations in Valley Glen
A homeowner discovered 20 sticks of live dynamite in a freezer, prompting evacuations in Valley Glen. The Los Angeles Police Department bomb squad responded to the 6100 block of Rhodes Avenue following reports of a suspicious device.
- Homeowner finds 20 sticks of live dynamite in freezer, prompting evacuations in Valley Glen
A homeowner discovered 20 sticks of live dynamite in a freezer in Valley Glen, prompting evacuations. Bomb squad investigators from the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the suspicious device.
- Palm Springs homeowner bursts into tears after squatters trick best friend before burning down house
A Palm Springs homeowner experienced emotional distress after squatters deceived their best friend, leading to a house fire. Officials have not publicly connected anyone to the fire.
- Oklahoma homeowner fatally shoots suspected squatter found living with girlfriend inside vacant house
An Oklahoma City homeowner was charged after fatally shooting a suspected squatter who was found living with his girlfriend inside one of his vacant homes. The incident involved a domestic dispute over unauthorized occupancy of the property.
- Homeowner is ordered to tear down 'illegally built' 40ft outbuilding at his £800,000 home - after council feared it could be turned into a house
A homeowner has been ordered to demolish a 40ft 'illegally built' outbuilding at his £800,000 home after a local council expressed concerns it could be converted into a residential unit. The council cited illegal construction as the primary reason for the demolition mandate.