The Sparks Police Department is asking for your help finding a man wanted in connection with a theft, they’ve released a photo. Police say it happened on December 2, at the Kohl’s store on Pyramid Way. If you recognize the suspect, you are asked to call Sparks Police or Secret Witness at 322-4900.… MORE
One Person Killed in Weekend Shooting in Tahoe City
One man is dead and another is injured following a shooting that happened Saturday evening in Tahoe City. The Placer County Sheriff’s office says 33 year old Octavio Villa Villanueva was shot in the mall parking lot and died at a nearby hospital. It happened shortly before 5 p.m. on Saturday in the parking lot…… MORE
Police Arrest Sparks Stabbing Suspect
The Sparks Police Department arrested a man Sunday for a stabbing that happened Friday in west Sparks. 53-year-old Gary Berg, was arrested on charges of battery with a deadly weapon and failure to obey a court order. Police said they went to the 1700 block of Meadowvale Way at about 8 p.m. on a report…… MORE
Bipartisan Effort in Carson City to Pursue Sex Assault Cases
A Nevada bill would remove the statute of limitations in sexual assault cases– if there is DNA evidence identifying the rapist. Republican Assemblywoman Lisa Krasner and Democratic state Sen. Pat Spearman are sponsors of the bill. A dozen female lawmakers in the Assembly are co-sponsors. Under the bill there would be no limitation on when…… MORE
Lyon County Still on Flood Watch, Cleaning Up Messes
Lyon County crews have been working to address flash flooding and snow removal. The area of east Dayton Nevada known as the Ranchos still has standing water in many locations. The Atlas retention basin flows have stopped, but the Dayton Valley Road Detention basin is still flowing. Crews are clearing mud and debris off roads…… MORE
National Weather Service Reno Predicting an Active Weather Pattern For The Next Few Days
Prepare for more rough weather as more storms continue to pound the Truckee Meadows and the Sierra. Evan LaGuardia with the National Weather Service Reno says it’s going to be a fairly active pattern for the next couple of days. Travel isn’t advised over the passes, and reduced speeds are recommended.… MORE
Airport Announces Plan to Retain I-580 Ramp
Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board of Trustees have come to an agreement with the Nevada Department of Transportation on the ramps that connect drivers to the airport from 580.… MORE
New Apple Data Center in Reno Now Complete
Apple’s locations in Sparks and downtown are complete, and an announcement was made this week that two new projects are getting started soon. Governor Steve Sisolak says Apple’s paved the way for the tech industry here in Northern Nevada. Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve talks about Apple’s contribution to the revitalization of Reno Sparks. Apple is…… MORE
There’s Still Time to Get a Flu Shot
The flu season is expected to continue for several more weeks, with activity across the nation now elevated, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Thursday. A flu shot is still recommended, but the CDC estimated this year’s vaccine’s overall effectiveness in preventing an infection at just 47%. The shot’s success varies based…… MORE
Nevada Highway Patrol Investigating Fatal Crash on I-580
The Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating after a fatal crash on I-580 northbound near the Galena Creek Bridge last night. Northbound traffic was shut down at the Bowers Mansion exit after the crash just before 6 o’clock. The victim has not been identified, no word yet on any other injuries.… MORE
