Article: Yucaipa couple's new home has toxic problem

YUCAIPA - Ellen Nusskern has been dealing with respiratory problems for nearly 10 years. But the coughing attacks, which hit day and night, have only gotten worse since she moved to Yucaipa.

It's not the smog or the horses or dust from construction.

The culprit?

Mold.

Herb and Ellen Nusskern bought a home within Chapman Heights in November. The retired couple was thrilled with the purchase, telling friends it was the best house they had ever lived in.

But mere months after moving in, they began noticing some black discoloration on parts of the hardwood floors. The black spots, which were accompanied by a large amount of moisture, continued to spread.

Now parts of the floors are pulled up, ...