Deputies with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office are investigating reports of shots fired in the Sun Valley area last night. According to WCSO spokesman Bob Harmon, they received reports of a shooting near Chorale Ct. at around 9 p.m. Harmon said they have found evidence of a shooting, but no injuries have been reported and…… MORE
Wildfire Burns Two Acres in Lemmon Valley
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District stopped a fire in Lemmon Valley Sunday afternoon after it reached about 2 acres. The fire was reported about 1:13 p.m. in the area of Lemmon Drive and Chickadee Drive. The district said it was caused by target shooters. TMFPD reminds people to avoid outdoor activities that can start…… MORE
Police Looking For Suspects After Woman is Shot in Sparks
One woman has been left with non-life-threatening injuries after suffering a gunshot wound in Sparks. On Sunday, just before 3am, Sparks Police officers responded to reports of a possible Domestic Battery in the area of 10th Street and Victorian Avenue in Sparks. When they arrived, officers found a woman in her mid 30’s sitting at…… MORE
Suspect Arrested After Shooting in Downtown Reno
One person suffered life-threatening injuries after being shot early Sunday in downtown Reno. 25-year-old Juan Carlos Hernandez, of Reno was booked on charges of attempted murder with a deadly weapon and battery with a deadly weapon causing substantial bodily harm. The shooting happened shortly before 2 a.m. in the 300 block of Sierra Street. Police…… MORE
Illegal Dumper Arrested
Washoe county sheriff’s deputies have arrested a man accused of illegal dumping in Golden Valley. 31 year old Sergio Villasenor was arrested around 4 pm this afternoon. Deputies say the arrest came thanks to the quick action of an alert Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District volunteer crew in the area. If you come across an…… MORE
Multiple People Displaced by Fire at Phoenix Apartments in Reno
Multiple people have been displaced after an early morning fire Saturday at The Phoenix apartments in Reno. Reno Fire brought in aerial assistance to get that blaze under control on Kietzke Lane. Heavy damage was sustained, and one firefighter was injured battling the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation.… MORE
Local Teacher Wins National Award
Nicholas Jaques, the band director at Carson Middle School, was presented with the Milken Educator Award late last week, to the tune of $25,000.… MORE
Photos Released of Junk King Burglary Suspect
Secret Witness is asking for the public’s help finding the man who broke into Junk King at 960 Matley Lane in Reno on Oct. 20. At about 5:09 a.m., the suspect broke the front door with a mallet, then kicked in a locked office door and stole a safe. He appears to be driving a…… MORE
RTC Preparing Launch of “FlexRIDE” Service
The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County is getting ready to launch “FlexRIDE,” that will provide curbside to curbside service on shared ride transit.… MORE
Washoe County School District Dealing With a Bus Driver Shortage
The Washoe County School District has a shortage of bus drivers. With the low unemployment rate, it’s been difficult for the district to find qualified employees. They need to staff 50 to 55 drivers. Those hired will work 6.5 hours per day and are eligible for benefits that include health insurance, paid time off, and…… MORE
