The state of Nevada is planning a campaign to address marijuana use by pregnant women, highlighting the potential harm to the fetus. The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports public service TV and radio advertisements will begin airing in December in response to research that shows more pregnant woman are smoking marijuana.… MORE
Governor Sandoval is Not a Supporter of “Pot Lounges”
Governor Brian Sandoval is not a supporter of the idea of Marijuana lounges, or pot clubs and cafes. Sandoval also opposed the initiative that legalized recreational marijuana in the state, but has taken steps to make sure the program works well. In an email to the RGJ he suggested he didn’t want to see them…… MORE
Heller Health Bill Has Critics Left and Right
Sens. Lindsey Graham, Bill Cassidy, Nevada’s Dean Heller and Ron Johnson have released the latest GOP version of Obamacare repeal. Key elements of the proposal: Block Grants to states, more opting out of Obamacare requirements, and no individual or employer mandates. Critics say this ACA repeal is just as bad as previous versions, and will…… MORE
Wild Weather in Northern Nevada
Unsettled weather across Northern Nevada included tornado warnings Wednesday afternoon for Placer, Eldorado, southern Washoe and Douglas Counties, and western Carson City. And about 427 pm, a confirmed waterspout was spotted over Lake Tahoe. The waterspout made contact with the lake surface. Waterspouts can easily capsize vessels and are a threat to lives for anyone…… MORE
Unemployment Up a Little in Nevada
Nevada’s jobless rate went up a little in August, to 4.9 percent. The Nevada Department of Employment and Training says the uptick of one-tenth of a percentage point since July puts the unemployment figure back to February levels. The August figure is still more than half-a-percent below the 5.5 percent of a year ago. State…… MORE
Former Treasurer Kate Marshall Running For Lt. Gov
Former two term Nevada State Treasurer Kate Marshall of Reno is running for Lt. Governor. Her likely opponent in the race is republican Senate Majority Leader Michael Roberson. Marshall says as state treasurer she worked with both sides to make state government more transparent, and to diversify the state’s economy and education, while saving taxpayers…… MORE
Police Investigating Shooting at Reno Motel
Reno Police responded to reports of gunfire at the Castaway Inn at 2nd & Ralston last night. When officers arrived just after 10 o’clock, they found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital where he is listed in stable condition. Police have not released any information about a possible…… MORE
Lightning Starts a Fire at a Warehouse in Sparks
The Sparks Fire Department was called to a warehouse fire just before 8 o’clock last night. The first arriving engine found a small fire burning in the insulation of the ceiling and through a vent onto the roof. Crews kept the fire contained to the ceiling and roof area. Investigators believe it was caused by…… MORE
Carson City Sheriff’s Office Warning of Phone Scam
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about another telephone scam after receiving numerous complaint calls. Investigators say the scam involves someone contacting you and claiming to work for local law enforcement. They then tell you that you have a warrant or a fine you need to pay to avoid arrest. The caller…… MORE
Impairment Suspected in Crash Near Fallon
The Nevada Highway Patrol says impairment is suspected in a crash involving four cars near Fallon. It happened just after 4 yesterday afternoon on U.S. 50 near Trento Lane. A driver sideswiped another car, triggering a chain-reaction. The driver and passenger of the car that triggered the crash were both taken by Care Flight to…… MORE
