A 22 year old Reno man, who blames his behavior on methamphetamine use, is facing prison for beating and torturing a chihuahua. Mathew Titzel pleaded guilty in October. The animal torture was posted online in a video, secretly recorded by Titzel’s boyfriend, who suspected him in the beating death of another six year old chihuahua.…… MORE
Vigil Held in Douglas County For Two Women Killed In Gardnerville
Around 50 people gathered in Lampe Park in Gardnerville to mourn the deaths of two women killed in their homes within a week. Investigators say 56-year-old Connie Koontz was found dead late Wednesday or early Thursday morning. Only a few days later, 74-year-old Sophia Renken was found dead in her home about a mile away.…… MORE
Help Name The New Disc Golf Facility on Flint Drive
The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department needs your help naming the new disc golf facility on Flint Drive and a new park in the Schulz Ranch Subdivision on Race Track Road.… MORE
UNR Political Scientist Says Expect an Odd 2019 Legislative Session
The pundits are looking into the crystal ball, as they anticipate the 2019 legislative session, that features full democratic control. On Nevada Newsmakers, Dr. Erik Herzik, the University of Nevada political scientist, says he expects an “Odd” session.… MORE
The New Washoe County School Board Meets Today
The Washoe County School District Board of Trustees has three new members on the team. Jacqueline Calvert, Ellen Minetto, and Andrew Caudill join Katy Simon Holland, Scott Kelley, Malena Raymond, and Dr. Angie Taylor on the Board this year. Caudill, who represents District C encompassing the North Valleys, parts of Sun Valley, Spanish Springs, Wadsworth,…… MORE
Douglas County Deputies Arrest Suspect After High Speed Chase
Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested a man after a chase. DCSO says Jesse Avalos tried to run over a tribal officer in the Dresslerville area about 10PM January 13th, leading to the chase. The chase reached speeds up to 125 miles per hour, with spike strips used to get Avalos to stop. He eventually…… MORE
Catholic Charities Looking For Volunteers For Project Homeless Connect
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada needs volunteers for Project Homeless Connect; an event that helps connect people in need with many different resources. They need about 30 volunteers for duties from checking people in to serving coffee or food. They also need 15 hairstylists. Most of the people who attend this event rarely get haircuts…… MORE
Distracted Driver Crashes Into RV
Reno Police say the driver of a pickup will be cited for distracted driving after a crashing into the side of an RV. Police say Monday afternoon, the driver was eating behind the wheel when he turned left from Peckham on Longley Lane, and somehow went airborne, going over the curb of a retail center…… MORE
Fernley Gets Medical, Recreational Marijuana Dispensary
The State of Nevada Department of Taxation approved both medical and recreational marijuana licenses for Silver State Relief for their Fernley location. A grand opening and ribbon cutting will take place on Wednesday, at 1:00 p.m. at 1301 Financial Way in Fernley.… MORE
New Hotline in Douglas County in Wake of Two Murders
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has launched a Tip and Information Hotline to assist them in reporting non-emergency information related to the recent homicides in Douglas County. The hotline is in operation 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday until further notice. The phone number is 775-783-6030. Or email dcsotips@douglasnv.us… MORE
