There are likely five cases of whooping cough at Damonte Ranch High School, the Washoe County School District reported Wednesday. Three of the cases are confirmed and two are described as probable, according to the Washoe County Health District. Seven schools in Washoe County have outbreak status.… MORE
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Carson City Man Involved in Child Pornography Investigation
A Carson City man is accused of two counts as part of a child pornography investigation. It started when the NDI Major Crimes Unit got a request for assistance in October from the Department of Homeland Security. Raife Edwards was arrested on charges of Possession of Pornography of Person Under 16, first offense, and Promoting…… MORE
Woman in a Wheelchair Injured in Pedestrian Hit & Run Crash
Reno Police are investigating a vehicle versus pedestrian hit-and-run that happened in the 3100 block of South Virginia Street just before 9 o’clock last night. Officials said a woman in a wheelchair was struck by a dark sedan. The sedan then drove away, heading southbound on Virginia Street. Police say the woman was taken to…… MORE
More Illnesses Connected to Romaine Lettuce Grown in Salinas, California
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says an additional 27 people have become sickened after eating romaine lettuce contaminated with E. coli. This brings the total number to 67 people in 19 states infected with the disease. The illnesses started on dates ranging from September 24 to November 14. The FDA said last week to…… MORE
What’s Black Monday? It’s Happening At The DMV
The Nevada DMV says the Monday after Thanksgiving is their busiest day of the year. They advise you will face longer waiting times if you don’t make an appointment in advance. They also suggest that you consider using DMV Services that are available online. You can do a change of address, and even order personalized…… MORE
Help The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Catch Porch Pirates
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office “ATAC” detectives are asking for volunteers from the unincorporated areas of Washoe County, to help with a sting operation targeting thieves who attempt to steal packages left at residential doorways. The operation is scheduled for areas throughout the county over the next several weeks because of the high amount of package…… MORE
Frying Your Turkey This Year?
If you’re frying a turkey for Thanksgiving, there’s a few steps you want to take to make sure you don’t start a fire and ruin your dinner.… MORE
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Meets With Local Law Enforcement in Sparks
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto met with local law enforcement this week in Sparks to discuss her legislation that aims to prevent and address the national epidemic of police suicides.… MORE
The Veteran’s Guest House Gets Some Thanksgiving Help
Thanks to an overwhelming response to the Veteran’s Guest House’s request for Thanksgiving dinner, the non profit now has a meal fit for a king on the way Thursday. The house had a group who was going to cook for the 20 or so folks staying over the holiday, but plans fell through at the…… MORE
Reno Police Seek Missing Man
The Reno Police Department is looking for a missing 73-year-old man who was last seen on Sunday, November 24th at 3pm. James Anthony suffers from dementia and may not remember his address or that he lives in Reno. A Reno PD Facebook post says Anthony once took a bus to Oakland where he was later…… MORE
