The Veteran’s Guest House is opening their doors to the public today for their annual Veteran’s Day BBQ. Noreen Leary with the guest house, who’s one of the Grand Marshalls in this year’s Veterans parade, says as soon as the parade wraps up, the fun gets started. The Guest House is at 880 Locust Street…… MORE
Are You Prepared For Fire?
Last winter was pretty wet in Nevada and California, so why has the west been burning so late into the year? Some of it is about timing, and it’s a call to action to be prepared.… MORE
Truck Believed Involved in Fatal Hit and Run Found in Stead Area
Reno Police Department say they have found the hit and run vehicle that took the life of a Wooster High School Girl, thanks to Secret Witness Tips. With the help from Robbery/Homicide Unit, Regional Crime Suppression Unit, and the Traffic Unit, Officers were able to locate and collect the suspect vehicle from the 7000 Block…… MORE
Scouts Team Up With Catholic Charities to Collect Thanksgiving Foods
Boys and girls of Scout Pack Troop 7322 and Girl Scout Troop 89 are teaming up with Catholic Charities & The St. Vincent’s Programs to continue a Reno tradition that’s been ongoing for more than 40 years. The “Scouting for Food” holiday food drive will be held this Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 9th and 10th, …… MORE
CDC Vaping “Breakthough” Seems to Clear Legal Vapes and Shops
U.S. health officials are reporting a breakthrough in their investigation into the cause of an outbreak of vaping illnesses. A government lab found the same chemical compound in lung fluid from 29 patients. The compound, vitamin E acetate, was previously found in vaping fluid used by many of those who got sick. It isn’t found…… MORE
Famous Dave’s Teams With Veterans Guest House on Vets Day
On November 11th, in honor of Veterans Day, Famous Dave’s is thanking former and current military personnel for their dedication and commitment to our country by offering a FREE “Two-Meat Salute”. Veterans must have a valid military ID present to claim this offer. Tip-A-Vet will be held on Veterans Day at the Reno location of…… MORE
Sparks Crews Called to Motel Fire on Victorian Avenue
The Sparks Fire Department responded to a motel room fire at the Windsor Inn on Victorian Avenue early this morning. The fire sprinkler system in that room prevented the fire from spreading to any adjoining rooms. The room was unoccupied at the time and under renovation. There were no reported injuries to civilians or fire…… MORE
Body Found in The Sierra Nevada May be Missing Hiker
Authorities say a man found dead in California’s Kings Canyon National Park matches the description of a missing hiker. The National Park Service says searchers discovered the body Thursday on a glacier at the base of Mount Darwin in the eastern Sierra Nevada. Investigators will determine whether it’s 40-year-old Alan Stringer. His family reported him…… MORE
Carson City Sheriff’s Officer Warning of “Virtual Kidnapping” Scam
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about an increase in “virtual kidnappings” in which con artists call people, convince them a family member was kidnapped, and demand a ransom. The sheriff’s office responded to several of these calls in the last few weeks. The scammer will keep the target of the scam…… MORE
RTC Offering Free Rides on Veteran’s Day
The Regional Transportation Commission is honoring Veterans with free rides on all RTC transit services for everyone on Veterans Day Monday. RTC Executive Director Lee Gibson says “Offering free transit services on Veterans Day is our way of thanking and honoring those who have served and made sacrifices for our freedom.” RTC transit and the…… MORE
