Reno Police Department responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on West 4th street. Police say it happened just before 2:30 this morning in front of the Gold Dust West Casino. The pedestrian was transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Alcohol does not seem to be a factor.… MORE
Two Killed in DUI Crash
Sparks Police have confirmed that two people were killed in a suspected drunk driving crash early Sunday morning. A large four-door truck was driving west on Greenbrae at a high rate of speed when it ran through the stop sign at Rock Boulevard, hitting a small two-door sedan. A 28-year-old woman, identified as the driver…… MORE
Body Found on Hiking Trail in Reno
Authorities are investigating the death of a man whose body was found near a hiking trail in Reno. Deputies responded Sunday to a report of a body in the area of Keystone Canyon Trail. Washoe County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Bob Harmon says there were no signs of foul play, but an investigation into the man’s…… MORE
Group Gathers to Protest Trump Nominee
A group called “Indivisible Reno” gathered in downtown Reno Sunday to protest President Trump’s pick to run the Department of Education. The group held a rally in front of the federal building yesterday trying to get the attention of Senator Dean Heller, urging him to vote against nominee Betsy DeVos.… MORE
West Makes a Plea Deal
Richard West the 2nd, has made a plea deal, that will drop most of the charges against him, in connection with an illegal prescription drug distribution ring. West is pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance, and 12 other charges will be dropped. West could face 20 years at sentencing,…… MORE
Reno Firefighters Will Open Session
The state of Nevada’s 79th Legislative Session convenes Monday with the presentation of the colors by the Reno Fire Department in the Assembly Chambers at 11 a.m. Presenting the colors on behalf of the Reno Fire Department will be Captain Ron Lenon, Firefighter Robert Feemster, Firefighter Dave Galleron and Firefighter Ben Rupert. Ben Rupert was…… MORE
USA Parkway, Halfway Point Reached
NDOT has reached a milestone. They have achieved 50 percent completion of construction of the USA Parkway extension, that will connect Interstate 80 and U.S. 50 in Storey and Lyon counties. Since construction began last summer, nearly two million cubic yards of earth and rock have been moved, to carve the future roadway alignment, enough…… MORE
Person of Interest Interviewed in Harassment Case
Carson City Sheriff’s Office is holding a person of interest in their investigation into threats against Justice Court Judge John Tatro. 74 year old John Aston was in custody for unrelated charges when he was questioned by Carson City detectives. During the four year investigation that began in 2012, Judge Tatro’s home was shot at,…… MORE
Attorney General Wants Increased Supervision For Sex Offenders
Sex offenders are on notice, Attorney General Adam Laxalt will be offering a bill that would expand conditions imposed upon sex offenders subject to lifetime supervision. It would allow the Division of Parole and Probation to require sex offenders to submit to search and seizure, without a warrant, to determine whether the sex offender has…… MORE
Sparks Police Looking For Robbery Suspect
Police are searching for the man who robbed a convenience store last night in Sparks. Shortly after 6 o’clock police received a call about an armed robbery at the “Safe Mini Mart” at 1140 Rock Boulevard. According to employees the suspect entered the business holding a handgun. He is described as white, 5′ 9″, 160…… MORE
