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Democrats Want Nevada to Replace New Hamphire in Hosting an Early Presidential Primary

Nevada Democrats would like to replace New Hampshire in hosting an early presidential primary. They say this would give a more urban and racially diverse group of voters a greater say in picking the party’s nominee. The behind-the-scenes lobbying, is reportedly led by former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, tapping into the party’s discontent with…MORE

One Person Injured in Shooting on South Virginia Street in Reno

Reno Police are investigating a shooting on South Virginia Street near the Peppermill. Officers were called to the area of S. Virginia Street and Gentry Way just before 9:30 last night. Investigators say that when officers arrived on scene they found a man with a gunshot wound. The victim was taken to Renown where he…MORE

Sparks Police Investigating an Attempted Kidnapping

The Sparks Police Department is searching for a suspect involved in an alleged kidnapping. Officers responded to the area of Peppergrass Drive and Vista Boulevard just before 5 p.m. yesterday on a report of an attempted kidnapping of a 12-year-old. Investigators say the suspect is described as an older man wearing a black mask and…MORE

Man Survives After Being Hit And Dragged by Truck

Reno Police say a pedestrian hung on to a truck’s bumper for about 200 feet to keep from being more seriously injured after getting hit yesterday. The pedestrian was crossing Wrondel Way just north of Grove Street in the crosswalk when he was hit by a pickup truck. Police say the man held on to…MORE

Teen Rescued After Being Buried in The Snow

A 14-year-old boy is safe after being buried in snow for hours.  The Truckee Fire Protection District said it happened Wednesday evening, near Serene Lakes. Officials said the boy was playing in a snow cave near his home when snow slid off the roof of a shed and buried him. The family called police after…MORE