Smith’s Food & Drug is again offering customers a convenient way to reach out and help others during the holiday season with its Bringing Hope To the Table donation drive. From November 13 through December 31, customers may add a $1, $5 or $10 donation to their grocery orders. 100 percent of the contribution will…… MORE
Nevada Congressman Accused of Ethics Violations
A conservative group is accusing Nevada Congressman Ruben Kihuen of ethics violations. The DC Based Foundation for Accountability and Civic Trust says Kiheun’s re-election campaign sent fundraising mail that referred to current legislation, and they say he used congressional resources to raise funds. They say it’s a violation of house ethics rules. Similar charges have…… MORE
Identity Thief Sentenced to Twelve Years in Prison
A Reno woman has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for identity theft. 27-year-old Heather Carey pleaded guilty in June to one count of Obtaining and Using the Personal Identification Information of Another. At sentencing, the Washoe County D.A’s office argued for a prison term because of how Carey’s actions affected the victim, who…… MORE
Recall Attempt Against Democratic State Senator Moves Forward
One of the recalls against a female democratic state senator is moving toward a vote. The Secretary of State has confirmed that enough signatures on recall petitions against Joyce Woodhouse of Henderson are valid to call a special recall election. Woodhouse defeated Carrie Buck in 2016, she is among the recall leaders. Gov. Brian Sandoval…… MORE
Reno Police Investigating Drive-By Shooting
Reno Police are investigating a drive by shooting that occurred this morning in the 3600 block of Gypsum Road. Around 12:30am Police say someone fired four or five shots into a home. No one was injured. Officers have not released a suspect or vehicle description.… MORE
Single Vehicle Crash Closes Wells Avenue
A single SUV crash had Wells Ave closed from southbound 6th Ave to northbound 2nd Ave last night. A driver traveling south on Wells Avenue hit a power pole near Kuenzli Street around 7:30. She was trapped and had to be removed with the assistance of Reno Fire crews. She was taken to a local…… MORE
Another Candidate Jumps Into The Race For Nevada’s Attorney General
A former assistant Nevada state attorney general has announced he’s running as a Republican for the top state law enforcement position. Wes Duncan said Tuesday he’ll run against state Democratic Senate Majority Leader Aaron Ford to replace state Attorney General Adam Laxalt. Laxalt, also a Republican, announced last week he’s running for governor.… MORE
Woman Hit by an RTC Bus on North Virginia Street
A woman pulled from under a bus after a crash on North Virginia Street is being treated in a hospital for minor injuries. The woman was crossing Virginia at 15th Street shortly after 3 o’clock yesterday when she was hit and pulled under the RTC bus. It’s not clear who was at fault, and police…… MORE
Performers Announced For Las Vegas Benefit Concert
The Killers and Imagine Dragons are headlining a benefit concert next month to help the victims of the October 1 Massacre in Las Vegas. Organizers on Tuesday announced some of the performers of the Dec. 1st concert. Also scheduled to participate are Boyz II Men, magician David Copperfield, magic duo Penn and Teller, and Cirque…… MORE
Wells Fargo Employees Say Whistle Blowers Were Fired
More former Wells Fargo employees allege they were fired after they tried to blow the whistle on shady activity at the bank. That’s according to a new filing by Wells Fargo, which disclosed claims of “retaliation” by ex-employees. Wells Fargo has been at the center of scandals over the past year. This addresses two– when…… MORE
