A woman who spent more than 35 years in prison for a 1976 Reno murder she did not commit, has filed a wrongful conviction lawsuit against the state, and could get up to $3.5 million under a new Nevada law. The lawsuit, in Washoe District Court, asks for a certificate of innocence for Cathy Woods…… MORE
FIRST Robotics Program Holding an Open House
The FIRST Nevada robotics season is about to kick off, and they’re having an informational open house to tell you about it.… MORE
Golf Fore! Kids Tournament Today at Lakeridge
It’s a big day for one of the great local groups that works with children. For the 15th time, First Tee of Northern Nevada is hosting it’s Golf Fore Kids Tournament at Lakeridge.… MORE
More Local Mosquitoes Found With West Nile Virus
The Washoe County Health District confirms five more mosquito samples tested positive for West Nile Virus. This is the third positive sample set found in Washoe County this summer. No human cases of WNV have been reported to the Washoe County Health District. Washoe County District Health Officer, Kevin Dick is emphasizing the need for…… MORE
Ancient Sport Back at Sparks Marina Saturday
A 2,500-year-old Chinese sport is back in fashion. The 2nd annual Northern Nevada Dragon Boat Festival celebrates ancient Chinese culture, sport and the natural wonders of the Reno-Sparks region. Dragon boats are 40-foot human-powered canoes decorated with ornate Chinese dragon heads and tails. Led by the rhythmic beat of a drum, teams consisting of 20…… MORE
Pedestrian Hit by Truck on Sixth Street
Westbound East Sixth Street was closed last night from Spokane Street to Wells Avenue after a man was hit by a truck. The Reno Police Department said a truck was heading west on Sixth Street when it hit a man in the crosswalk at Sixth and Spokane just before 8pm. The man was taken to…… MORE
Former Mineral County Sheriff Believed to be Involved in Kidnapping Case
Stewart Handte a former Mineral County Sheriff has been arrested in the kidnapping of 80-year-old Susan Hillygus. She was taken from her care facility August 8th. Investigators say Handte walked in with Roger Hillygus, her son, mislead the staff, and helped take her from the home. Handte previously worked for several Nevada law enforcement agencies.…… MORE
Reno Man Wanted For Kidnapping Arrested After Standoff Near Long Beach, California
A man wanted in Reno for kidnapping his mentally disabled mother barricaded himself in Bellflower, California, near Long Beach, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office. Roger Hillygus is alleged to have kidnapped his mother, 80-year-old Susan Hillygus, from a care facility on Aug. 8. The Reno Police Department has been trying to find…… MORE
Dayton Man Arrested For Fatal Hit & Run Crash
A Dayton man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run Thursday that killed a man and five dogs in the Six Mile Canyon Road area. 38-year-old James Vincent Parisi was arrested Thursday afternoon. NHP credited a concerned community and collaboration between the NHP and the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office for the arrest. 59-year-old Michael…… MORE
South Reno Resident Has Contracted Hantavirus
A south Reno resident has contracted hantavirus. This is the first case of hantavirus in Washoe County since two cases were reported in 2017. Hantavirus is a rare respiratory disease spread by breathing in the dropping of infected rodents, most commonly deer mice. Washoe County District Health Officer, Kevin Dick says be mindful when cleaning…… MORE
