If you and the kids love airplanes, then get out to the Carson City Airport this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for their annual open house. The event is free, and they’re also commemorating the airport’s 90th birthday. The airport’s at 2600 College Parkway, and the Cactus Air Force Wings and Wheel Museum,…… MORE
Washoe County Settles Wrongful Death Suit
A wrongful death lawsuit is being settled by Washoe county for $100,000. The suit was filed by the family of a Reno gambler, Thomas Purdy, who died in the county jail in 2015, after struggling with deputies. Purdy had methamphetamines in his system during the incident.… MORE
Fernley Man Convicted of Hit & Run, DUI
A Fernley man has been convicted of a felony hit-and-run that injured a motorcyclist last year. 53-year-old Robert Totman was found guilty of Leaving the Scene of a Crash Involving Personal Injury. He will be sentenced August 6th and could face 20 years in prison. Totman was arrested by Sparks Police during an investigation into…… MORE
Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto to Stop in Reno Today
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto will be in Reno today, meeting with advocates for the LGBTQ community for a roundtable to discuss their experiences with discrimination in housing and healthcare. Later in the day she’ll join the ACLU and others for the “Belong Together” rally, to urge the President to end what she calls “inhumane” immigration…… MORE
Reno Crews Knock Down a Trailer Fire Near Silverada Boulevard
Reno Firefighters quickly knocked out a Travel Trailer fire on the 2000 block of Cannan Street near Silverada Blvd Thursday morning, minutes after it was reported. They kept the fire from spreading to the rest of the neighborhood, and limited the damage to a nearby home. No one was injured. The fire was spotted by…… MORE
New Jobs, Polaris Facility Coming to Fernley
Polaris Industries is planning to build a new distribution facility in Fernley, aimed at providing additional distribution capacity, improving delivery speed and customer service, and optimizing operations. Polaris selected Fernley due to its “strategic location, skilled workforce and strong local and state support for economic development.” The approximately 37-acre site offers Polaris close proximity to…… MORE
Some Home High Tech Helps ID Suspect
The home security device known as “Ring” helped Reno police identify a man they suspect of burglarizing a Reno home and vehicle. Ring is a video doorbell service, that connects to an app on your phone, and shows real time video of your front door. The victims car was first broken into in downtown Reno,…… MORE
Casinos, Douglas County Team Up for Tahoe Area Cleanup
Harrah’s Entertainment and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office recently teamed up to clean up the forested area behind Mont Bleu and Harrah’s Casino in Stateline. In years past the area has been known for a small group of homeless people who camp there illegally. A few members of Douglas County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team, along with…… MORE
Wildfire in Smith Valley Cause by Vehicle Fire
Authorities say the 1,200-acre Upper Colony Fire in Smith Valley was caused by a vehicle fire. They say the small fire quickly spread to the wildland due to erratic winds. At this time the fire is 72-percent contained, with full containment expected June 27th. No structures are threatened, and no injuries reported. FEMA has authorized…… MORE
South Lake Tahoe Police Investigating Molestation Charges at Child Care Center
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department has arrested a man on charges he committed child sexual assault at a child care center over a two year period. David Rodriguez-Flores’ bail is set at $500,000. Police first learned of a possible sexual assault at Pequenos Rascals Learning Center June 15th. Police arrested Rodriguez-Flores yesterday without incident.…… MORE
