An officer has been shot in Las Vegas and police are responding to another shooting as people protest the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The officer was shot in the head near the Vegas Circus Circus and is now on life support. Witnesses say the officer was in a fight with another suspect when…… MORE
Nevada Governor Responds to President Trump
Governor Steve Sisolak issued the following statement in response, “The President’s statement today demands that I speak out. I have already denounced violence and destruction of property. I do so again here. But I also want to acknowledge the peaceful protesters whose voices reflect the degree to which many Americans are justifiably frustrated and angry…… MORE
Have Any Photos of Saturday’s Rioting?
[KOH] – If you took any photos or video of the rioting in Reno Saturday night, the Northern Nevada Regional Intelligence Center would like to see them. In an effort to identify those who participated in the violence downtown, a collaborative group of intelligence analysts from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Reno Police Department, and Sparks…… MORE
Washoe County Reports 29 New COVID-19 Infections
Nevada Health Response reported that there are 8,593 positive cases of COVID-19 in the State of Nevada. Nevada Health Response also reports that 421 people have died from the virus statewide. Health officials have conducted 165,014 tests. Washoe County reported 29 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, bringing the total number of infections to 1,577. Recoveries…… MORE
Nevada Casinos Preparing to Reopen This Week
Hospitality and gaming is the dominant industry in Nevada, but the frenzied environment tourists have come to expect will be altered when casinos reopen this week.… MORE
Nevada Gov, Reno Mayor, City Manager, Police Chief Hold Press Conference
Rioters vandalized Reno City Hall, the Reno Police Department, numerous businesses, and other property Saturday night. Acting Reno Police Chief Tom Robinson says if you were among them, you will be be caught and prosecuted. The riots erupted after a group of peaceful protestors gathered to mourn the murder of George Floyd. Nevada Governor Steve…… MORE
Asymptomatic Testing Begins Today in Washoe County
Asymptomatic COVID-19 testing will be coming to Washoe County starting on Monday, June 1, through June 6th. It will happen on those days at the Washoe County Drive-Up Test site from 8 a.m. to noon. Register at covid19washoe.com… MORE
Protestors Urged to Disperse; National Guard Deployed to Protect Public Buildings in Downtown Reno
Tweet from Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak Based on circumstances going on in Reno and at the request of local leaders, I have activated members of the @nvnationalguard to secure government buildings.… MORE
Reno Police Warn of Arrests, Washoe County and Sparks Join Curfew
The Reno Police Department has declared an unlawful assembly in downtown Reno. The declaration applies to an area from Liberty Street to Interstate 80 and from Ralston Street to Wells Avenue. Reno Police are urging residents to stay inside and warning violators to leave immediately, saying they are subject to arrest. Washoe County and the…… MORE
Washoe County Sheriff Issues Statement, Urges Peaceful End to Reno Protests
“Tonight, our community is continuing to face hardship and we are just as angry about the events that happened in Minneapolis as those demonstrating. But please, for the safety of yourself, your family members, and our community, please go home peacefully.We hear your anger. We understand your anger. We stand with our community. And we…… MORE
