The Sparks Police Department is investigating a robbery at the Family Dollar on Oddie Boulevard. It happened on September 19th around 10AM. Police say the man walked up to the cashier, pulled out a gun and demanded money. He left with an unknown amount. He is described as being white, unshaven, possibly in his late…… MORE
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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Trafficking Bust
A driver and his passenger who were pulled over for a traffic violation, are charged with trafficking marijuana. NHP troopers found 76 pounds of marijuana inside their car. The Nevada Highway Patrol arrested 30-year-old Isaac Arellano and his passenger, 30-year-old Maria Salazar-Zuno. According to NHP, troopers pulled Arellano over at Keystone Avenue and 4th Street…… MORE
Aces Netting the Field For Foul Ball Safety
The Reno Aces are set to begin construction on extended protective netting around the diamond at Greater Nevada Field in early December. Installation of the nets will extend foul pole to foul pole and will be ready for the 2020 season. Aces President Eric Edelstein says “Safety is our top priority and our fans have…… MORE
Reno Council Working on Scooter Regs
The Reno City Council approved two Ordinance Introductions and referred them both for a second reading and adoption. The first is a change to city code called “System Of Dockless Bicycles, Electric Bicycles, and/or Electric Scooters within City limits.” This Ordinance Introduction puts into place local regulations that prohibit companies from providing dockless bicycle, electric…… MORE
Thousand Will Attend WCSD Career Fair
More than 5,000 eighth-graders will attend the 5th Annual WCSD Career Expo this week, where they will learn about high-demand jobs and educational opportunities in Northern Nevada. The event is Friday, 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Reno-Sparks Convention Center. It will include companies and groups like the Nevada Builders Alliance, JOIN, EDAWN, and Microsoft,…… MORE
Sheriff’s Deputy Involved in a Hit & Run While Investigating Another Crash
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office was investigating a pedestrian versus vehicle crash when a deputy vehicle was hit by another car. Tuesday afternoon deputies say a woman driving a blue SUV when she hit a 60-year-old man at Long and Carson Street. He was care flighted to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The woman was…… MORE
Woman Injured While Jaywalking on Keystone Avenue
Police are investigating a pedestrian involved accident in Reno. A woman was struck by a car while jaywalking at Keystone Avenue and Jones Street around 6:30. Authorities say she was transported to Renown with unknown injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating with police.… MORE
Firefighters Respond to Butane Explosion in Stead
Reno Firefighters are investigating a house fire in Stead. Apparently butane gas exploded in a duplex kitchen, as part of a marijuana extraction. Three people were inside at the time, a woman, and two teenage boys. The two boys suffered burns to their hands, the woman’s hair was singed. The kitchen was badly damaged and…… MORE
Joe Biden Brings His Campaign Back to Nevada This Weekend
Former Vice President Joe Biden will be back in Nevada this week. His campaign will make stops in Elko Sunday for a town hall. few details on that just yet, and then to Las Vegas. The latest “Q” poll says Biden continues to lead the race nationally and, polls suggest Biden is the clear leader…… MORE
South Lake Tahoe Police Investigating Pine Tree Vandalism
South Lake Tahoe police are looking for the person who vandalized several pine trees near Regan Beach. The City of South Lake Tahoe found out about the vandalism sometime between Friday, November 8th and Sunday, November 10th. Nine trees were damaged, and city staff is working to figure out if the trees can be saved.… MORE
