The Nevada Department of Transportation is installing several wrong way driver detection systems on 395 from the stateline, all the way to Oddie Boulevard, and they’ll be flipping the switch to turn them on very soon. … MORE
Governor Sandoval Signs Order Establishing School Safety Task Force
Governor Brian Sandoval has signed an Executive Order establishing the Statewide School Safety Task Force. Sandoval says “The safety of our schoolchildren is a matter of unparalleled importance,” and he says it’s imperative that the state devote its resources toward making schools as safe as possible. The Task Force may include the State Superintendent of…… MORE
Reno Man Arrested For Arson And Attempted Murder
Reno Police have arrested a man for allegedly setting another man on fire earlier this month. 38-year-old Jose Gomez faces charges of 1st degree arson and attempted murder after police say he doused a man in gasoline and lit him on fire near an apartment building on 4th and Sage Street. According to Reno Police,…… MORE
Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval Praises The President’s Opioid Plan
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval issued a statement praising the President on his plans to combat opioid abuse. The Governor says, “Nevada has and continues to aggressively combat the prescription drug abuse epidemic” He says the Presidents announcement complements our state’s effort. The Governor says Trump’s plan will help Nevada get critical resources to fight the…… MORE
Senator Cortez-Masto Wants More Info on Yucca Spending
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto is asking for information from Energy Secretary Rick Perry, on the Department’s activities and spending associated with any Yucca Mountain licensing. Cortez Masto raised concerns over how little information is available on how the Department of Energy would spend 120 million dollars, that’s the proposed funding. She says the budget process…… MORE
DNA Helps Identify Two Bodies Found at Fallen Leaf Lake Last Year
With the help of DNA provided by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office, the California Department of Justice has confirmed the identities of two bodies recovered from Fallen Leaf Lake in August and October 2017. The woman recovered August 29 was identified through DNA as 71-year-old Cynthia Ellis of South Lake Tahoe. Ellis disappeared in…… MORE
Suspect Causes Lock Down at Dunn Elementary Schools
Sparks Police have arrested a man who was the subject of a warrant search Monday afternoon. About 1pm, investigators tried to contact and arrest 46-year-old Ameil Williams at a residence on La Via Way. Williams did not respond to those attempts and the SWAT team was called to the scene. Nearby residents were evacuated and…… MORE
Note to Anglers: It’s Time to Renew Your Fishing License
Anglers, if you haven’t renewed your fishing license, now is the time. Last year’s license expired on the first of this month, and you need to get your new one for 2018 because the Nevada Department of Wildlife is stocking the Sparks Marina at the end of the month. The urban fishery will see 3,500…… MORE
Washoe County Weather Warning This Week, Plus Sandbag Locations
Washoe County officials want to be sure the region is prepared ahead of a forecasted “Atmospheric river,” set to hit our region this week, with rains beginning Tuesday. The National Weather Service Reno, says we could see heavy precipitation causing localized flooding in areas throughout the county. Washoe County is prepared to respond with crews…… MORE
Two of Nevada’s Most Wanted Now in the Jug
The Nevada Department of Public Safety has two of its most-wanted fugitives are in custody. Michelle Martin was announced as a most-wanted fugitive by Nevada Parole and Probation January 29th. She was wanted for parole violation after skipping supervision; she had been sentenced for Kidnapping 2nd Degree and Possession of a Stolen Vehicle. She was…… MORE
