Students in Placer County’s public schools will not return to their classrooms for the remainder of the school year. The Placer County Office of Education made its decision based on computer modeling, saying it will not be safe for students to return to the facilities into early June. The Placer County Superintendent says, to be…… MORE
Renown Gears Up For Influx of Patients
Renown Medical Center in Reno is turning one of its parking structures into a temporary care site. The new site will be created within the Mill Street parking structure, and will be equipped with beds and basic patient care support equipment. Renown said crews will begin construction shortly, and that the structure will include flooring,…… MORE
Amodei May Be Facing His Toughest Opponent Yet
Ed Cohen, Democrat for Congress in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional district, announced that he has committed a five-figure ad buy to bring his Truth Matters campaign directly to the voters in Northern Nevada via digital platforms. He says, “We’re going to remind people of how Mark Amodei has stood behind every lie that has come out of…… MORE
Reno’s Mayor Suggesting You Wear a Mask When You Go Outside
Are you wearing a mask when you go out to shop? Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve says you should be. The mayor suggests just about anything that is cloth that covers your mouth and nose can help keep you safer. They should be donated to a local hospital. The Mayor has been self isolating because of…… MORE
WCSD’s Angie Taylor on The Cancellations of the Superintendent Search
The Washoe County School District is calling off the nationwide search for a new superintendent, and will consider moving the interim superintendent into the position later this month.… MORE
Governor’s Activation of The Nevada National Guard Causing Some Controversy
The Governor’s activation of the Nevada National Guard to help with the Covid 19 pandemic is getting some social media attention, with some screaming this is “martial law,” and that the guard will be tasked with forcing people to stay inside.… MORE
Postal Service Jobs Available in Nevada
Multiple Post Office positions are available throughout the state with hourly wages range from $16 to $19 with a variety of shifts available, including indoor and outdoor work. The jobs are available now and the only place to apply is usps.com/careers. From the website, click on “Search Jobs,” select “Nevada,” click “Start,” then click on…… MORE
White Pine County Man Formally Charged in The Murder of an NHP Trooper
A White Pine County man has been formally charged in the March 27 murder of Nevada Highway Patrol Sgt. Ben Jenkins. 65 year old John Leonard Dabritz, is also charged in Ely Justice Court with grand larceny of a motor vehicle, grand larceny of a firearm, and third-degree arson. He’s accused of shooting Jenkins and…… MORE
Washoe County Reports 21 New Cases of COVID-19
Washoe County reported 21 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total cases to 184. The county also reported eight new recoveries, giving Washoe County 26 recoveries overall. The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office reported two employees tested positive. One is a deputy who has been out of the office since March 11 and has…… MORE
Sparks Police Looking For Burglary Suspects
The Sparks Police Department released photographs of a pair of suspects who were involved in a gaming machine burglary March 16 at Dotty’s Casino in downtown Sparks. The burglary on Victorian Avenue happened about 12:33 am. Police said two men and a woman entered the casino and tried to break into one gaming machine, but…… MORE
