Firefighters Respond to Butane Explosion in Stead

Reno Firefighters are investigating a house fire in Stead. Apparently butane gas exploded in a duplex kitchen, as part of a marijuana extraction. Three people were inside at the time, a woman, and two teenage boys. The two boys suffered burns to their hands, the woman’s hair was singed. The kitchen was badly damaged and…MORE

Joe Biden Brings His Campaign Back to Nevada This Weekend

Former Vice President Joe Biden will be back in Nevada this week. His campaign will make stops in Elko Sunday for a town hall. few details on that just yet, and then to Las Vegas. The latest “Q” poll says Biden continues to lead the race nationally and, polls suggest Biden is the clear leader…MORE

South Lake Tahoe Police Investigating Pine Tree Vandalism

South Lake Tahoe police are looking for the person who vandalized several pine trees near Regan Beach. The City of South Lake Tahoe found out about the vandalism sometime between Friday, November 8th and Sunday, November 10th. Nine trees were damaged, and city staff is working to figure out if the trees can be saved.MORE

Puppy Stolen in Sun Valley Returned to Owner

A four-month-old German Shepherd puppy, stolen nearly a month ago, is back home, after Washoe County deputies located the dog. “Little Dude” was stolen from the victims vehicle October 18, outside a convenience store on Sun Valley Boulevard. The victim got surveillance photos of two suspects from the store. Monday, she contacted the Sheriff’s Office…MORE

Carson City Looking for Vehicle Burglars

Carson City Sheriff’s Office is looking for suspects in a series of vehicle burglaries in October. October 8th a victim parked their car at the trail head on Golf Club Drive and Highway 50 West in Carson City. When they returned from a bike ride, they found their car burglarized. The victim’s credit cards were…MORE

Woman Cited After Being Hit by a Car

Reno Police say a woman has been cited after being hit by a car last night on East Second Street and Golden Lane in Reno. Officers with the Reno Police Department received the call just before 8 p.m. about a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash. The woman who was struck by a vehicle was crossing the…MORE

Finding a Name For The New Tech Academy at Hug High

The Washoe County School District Naming Committee is picking one of three names for the tech academy that’s being built at Hug High, and the Feemster family hopes you come out to the meeting this evening and pitch for their team.MORE

Three Day Emergency Preparedness Drill Begins Today

Several agencies will be participating in a three day emergency preparedness drill this week, starting today through the 14th. “Silver Crucible 2019” will test the statewide emergency preparedness response in dealing with a coordinated terrorist attack.  Drill locations will include the Washoe County Regional Emergency Operations Center, The UNR Redfield Campus, Pickett Park and the…MORE