Sparks Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two men who stole from a maintenance supply store. It happened June 10th Grainger Industrial Supply at 900 Packer Way. Police say the two men went to Grainger on separate occasions, posing as employees of various businesses, and picked up tools not belonging to them.…… MORE
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“Aggressive” Solicitors Arrested in Incline Village
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about illegal solicitors, after arresting two men in Incline Village who they say were soliciting without a license. It happened in the area of Carano Court and Oneil Way. A resident called deputies about an overly aggressive salesman who had approached their home. Deputies arrived to find…… MORE
Jasper Fire Now More Than 80 Percent Contained
Sierra Front confirms one home and two outbuildings were burned in the Jasper Fire, that started in Sun Valley and spread into Spanish Springs. Fire Crews are projecting to have it fully contained by 6 p.m. tonight. All forward progress of the Jasper Fire has been stopped and all evacuation advisories have been lifted.… MORE
More Than 80 Washoe County Schools Getting Upgrades Over The Summer
Now that kids are on break, the Washoe County School District is upgrading all elementary and middle schools to single point of entry access.… MORE
Washoe County Health Department Cracking Down on CBD Infused Foods
Washoe County health department officials are cracking down on CBD infused foods, and has ordered Dorinda’s Chocolates to get rid of around $60,000 worth of their products.… MORE
Single Lane Closures Begin Wednesday on Kingsbury Grade
Single lane closures will take place on the Carson Valley side of Kingsbury Grade, that’s State Route 207, starting Wednesday, as the Nevada Department of Transportation clears roadside slopes. Small sections of Kingsbury Grade will be reduced to one lane from approximately 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays through 31st between Daggett Summit…… MORE
Reno Crews Respond to Fire at Condemned Building on McCloud Avenue
The Reno Fire Department were called to a fire at a condemned building on McCloud Avenue and Fife Drive last night. They said the building was unoccupied. Reno Fire says they don’t know the cause of the fire at this time.… MORE
Reno Police Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting on Mt Rose Street
A Sparks Police Officer, conducting an investigation, was involved in a shooting in Reno on Mt. Rose Street near Plumas. A Sparks Police official says the officers involved were looking for wanted subjects. No one was injured in the shooting, but a full investigation is now underway. The Reno Police Department is the investigating agency.… MORE
Fire Damages Homes in Silver Springs
Two homes were damaged by fire in Silver Springs Monday afternoon, and the fire had authorities so concerned an emergency shelter was opened at Silver Springs Community Center. Forward progress on the flames was stopped by about 5 pm. Several people were treated for smoke inhalation.… MORE
Stolen Card Thieves Sought, See a Photo
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying two women who tried to use stolen credit cards to buy items at two Reno stores. A woman had her purse stolen March 18th, from the Hidden Valley Dog Park. A short time later two women used the stolen cards to buy items…… MORE
