(Reno, NV) — The NTSB’s final report on a deadly Care Flight crash near Stagecoach is now available. The crash happened in February of 2023, during a non-emergency transport of a patient from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. The pilot, flight paramedic, flight nurse and two passengers died. The report, released…… MORE
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Gov. Lombardo Vetoes 33 Bills
(Carson City, NV) — So far, Governor Joe Lombardo has vetoed 33 bills that were passed by Nevada lawmakers during this year’s legislative session. The Republican governor continues to clash with the Democrat-controlled legislature. Seven of the bills Lombardo rejected had to do with designating a day or a month to recognize a person, group…… MORE
School Zone Crackdown Results In 100 Tickets
(Reno, NV) — Reno Police say they issued a hundred traffic tickets in school zones and pedestrian areas last month. It was part of a crackdown in areas chosen based on reports from residents complaining about unsafe driving. Another 37 drivers were let off with a warning.… MORE
RTC Offers Free Bus Rides To Students
(Washoe County, NV) — RTC bus rides will be free for students starting Saturday. The Washoe County School District hopes the program will help kids get to school and reduce chronic absenteeism. Students with jobs can also ride the bus to get to work, and not have to worry about money for transportation.… MORE
Wood Pile Fire Leaves 2 Injured
(Sparks, NV) — Two people are injured after a wood pile fire in Sparks. The fire was reported on D Street late Monday afternoon. There are unconfirmed reports of a building also going up in flames. The wood pile fire was threatening nearby power poles, powerlines, buildings and vehicles. Two people were transported to a…… MORE
‘Reba’s Law’ Headed to Gov. Lombardo’s Desk
(Carson City, NV) — The so-called “Reba’s Law” is headed to Governor Joe Lombardo’s desk for a signature. The bill would enhance penalties for animal cruelty and make it a felony. It passed both the state Assembly and Senate before the end of the legislative session on Monday night. The bill was named in honor…… MORE
Wanted Felon Arrested After Standoff
(Sparks, NV) — A wanted felon is behind bars after a standoff at a house in Sparks. The incident with the suspect, 32-year-old Stephan Sallaz, started late Sunday morning. There was a warrant out for his arrest and he had reportedly cut off his ankle monitor. Police set up a perimeter and evacuated nearby residents…… MORE
Man Suspected of Animal Abuse Injured
(Reno, NV) — A man suspected of potential animal abuse is injured after an incident in Reno. It happened in an alleyway at about 3:15 Sunday afternoon. Several neighbors called police, voicing concerns about the way the man was handling his dog. A short time later, the man was hit in the stomach with something.…… MORE
Antisemitic Symbol Found at Billinghurst Middle School
(Reno, NV) — The Washoe County School District Police Department is investigating after an antisemitic symbol was found at Billinghurst Middle School. A swastika was found carved into the grass at the school on Thursday. Principal Kevin Arnold says the swastika was quickly covered and has since been removed from the grass. WCSD Superintendent Joe…… MORE
Air Quality Advisory Issued For Reno-Sparks Area
(Reno, NV) — An air quality advisory is in place for the Reno-Sparks area through the end of the weekend. Northern Nevada Public Health’s Air Quality Management Division expects the air quality to reach the unhealthy for sensitive groups range, due to elevated ground-level ozone levels. Children, older adults, and people with asthma and other…… MORE
