Those who celebrated the 4th of July in Virginia City had an interesting evening. About 5 minutes into the fireworks show, embers falling from the sky sparked a brush fire. That fire burned about 5 acres before Story County crews could get control of it. No injuries were reported. The fireworks show was cancelled.… MORE
Burning Vehicle Sparks Goldranch Wildfire
Fire crews made quick work of a brush fire on westbound I-80 near the Goldranch exit this morning. According to Chief Charlie Moore with Truckee Meadows Fire Protection, the wildfire was sparked by a vehicle fire in the area. No injuries were reported.… MORE
Good Kids Get Slurpees
The Reno Police are kicking off Operation Chill this week. They’re going to be handing out coupons for free Slurpees to kids doing good deeds this summer. Reno Police partner with 7-11, and other law enforcement agencies around the country every year for “Operation Chill.” sending the message to kids that helping others, and obeying…… MORE
Two Rob Auto Parts Store, Arrested
Carson City Sheriff’s detectives have now arrested both men accused of robbing the clerk at an auto parts store. Shortly after 10PM June 27th deputies were called to O’Reilly Auto Parts on North Carson Street, after two men robbed the clerk at gunpoint, then left the store with cash in a dark SUV with large…… MORE
Hotpot Fire is 5 Percent Contained
A fire burning on the border of Elko and Humboldt is 5 percent contained. The fire reportedly started from a lightening strike after a thunderstorm in the area, Saturday. It threatened buildings at a ranch the first day, but nothing is threatened today. The “Hot Pot Fire” is burning in a mix of federal and…… MORE
Surveillance Photo of Target Robber Released
Sparks Police are looking for a man who they say attempted to rob two local stores yesterday. The Sparks Police Department responded to a report of an attempted robbery with a knife at the Target on E. Lincoln Way. When officers arrived on scene, they learned that a Target employee attempted to stop the suspect…… MORE
Officer-Involved Shooting at Wing Fest
Reno Police say the driver shot by officers at the Wing Fest in downtown Reno has died. Witnesses say the man failed to stop for a motorcycle officer then tried to drive through barriers into the pedestrian area of Wing Fest. Officers on both sides of the van responded by firing shots into the vehicle. Witness reports…… MORE
Hoge Fire Burns Five Acres
Firefighters put out a brush fire in the area of Hoge Road and North Virginia Street Sunday afternoon. According to the Reno Fire Department, the fire started just before 1pm and burned five acres. The fire is now 100% contained. Reno Fire says while crews were battling the flames, they realized the fire was not…… MORE
Police Investigate “Gang Related” Shooting
Reno Police and the Regional Gang Unit responded to the 2600 block of Yori Avenue at around 8 p.m. Sunday night on a call of shots fired. According to witnesses, a fight between two groups led to gunfire. Officers located one victim who died at the scene. Police say they believe the shooting is gang…… MORE
30 Acre Sun Valley Fire in Mop-up Phase
Fire crews are mopping up a 30-acre brush fire in the hills east of Sun Valley. The Hill Fire began at around 8 p.m. Sunday night, helped by strong winds. An aggressive attack helped crews contained the fire to 30 acres. The BLM has taken over operations, and were on scene overnight.… MORE
