The Nevada State testing Lab on the campus at the University of Nevada Reno is where they’re conducting all tests for the coronavirus in the Silver State. KOH’s Daniela Sonnino took a tour of the lab to learn more.… MORE
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UNR, UNLV Cancelling “Study Abroad” Programs Over Coronavirus
Coronavirus concerns have University of Nevada Reno and UNLV has joined a number of universities in canceling “study abroad” programs amid fears over the deadly virus that originated in China. UNLV has two dozen university students in Italy and three students in South Korea, expected to return to the United States. The university’s programs in…… MORE
Sparks Crews Respond to House Fire on F Street
An investigation is underway after a fire broke out at a home off Prater Way in Sparks early yesterday afternoon. The fire was reported around 1 p.m. on F Street. Firefighters say one person in the home managed to get out and was hospitalized with what appear to be minor injuries.… MORE
Fourth Street Shooting Suspects Identified
Reno Police haves identified two of the suspects arrested in a shooting Monday night. 21-year-old Tah-Ja Blocker and 19-year-old Christian Harris were arrested for robbery with a deadly weapon. Police are still looking for the third suspect. The shooting happened on E. 4th Street, at the Rancho 777 motel. One man was shot and taken…… MORE
UNR Signs Five Year Contract With Head Football Coach Jay Norvell
Coming off back-to-back winning seasons and bowl game appearances, the University of Nevada has agreed to a new five-year contract with head football coach Jay Norvell. The new five-year contract includes a guaranteed base salary and compensation totaling $625,000 per season plus supplemental compensation bonuses based on athletic and academic program success. The school will…… MORE
Reno Police Investigating Hit & Run Crash
Reno Police continue to search for a Hit and Run suspect. February 24th, about 2:20pm, Police Officers responded to a crash involving a juvenile bicycle rider and a vehicle near Mae Anne Ave and Ambassador Dr. Officers learned that the juvenile was riding southbound on Ambassador Dr, in the crosswalk. The suspect vehicle, which appears…… MORE
Don’t Forget to Check Your Smoke Alarm This Weekend
As daylight saving time begins Sunday, the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada encourages residents to spring forward with a free smoke alarm and installation. Through its Home Fire Campaign, residents can request this free service. During the installation visit, Red Cross volunteers will share education information and help residents customize evacuation plans. To request…… MORE
Members of The Reno City Council Discussing The Budget This Week
City of Reno councilmembers are working on the budget in meetings this week, and they’re looking at ways to cover a funding gap of around a half a million dollars that’s need to pay for the parks and recreation department and special events. One idea is to work with the RSCVA to see if they’re…… MORE
Reno Police Investigating Shooting on East Fourth Street
The Reno Police Department responded to the 700 block of East Fourth Street last night on the report of a shooting. Officials say an adult victim was found and taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound with serious injuries. They said the incident is not drug, alcohol or gang related, and that there is…… MORE
Doctor Pleads Guilty to Illegally Distributing Prescription Drugs
The US Attorney’s Office for Nevada says they’ve gotten a guilty plea from a doctor accused of improperly prescribing opioids. 51 year old Eric Math has pleaded guilty to distributing Hydrocodone and Oxycodone, without a legitimate medical purpose in the Reno area between October 2018 and May 2019. He had co conspirators who filled the…… MORE
