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Weather to Blame For Twelve Vehicle Crash on U.S. 395

Weather is to blame for a twelve-car crash on northbound U.S. 395 north of Parr Boulevard. The accident happened around 5:17 p.m. Sunday before the Panther Valley interchange. According to the Nevada Highway Patrol, the crash was due to slick roads from snowy weather. NHP says the crash took several hours to clear. No word…MORE

Sparks Police Seeks Public’s Help Finding Burglary Suspects

The Sparks Police Department is asking the public to keep an eye out for two people involved in a burglary and fraud last month. Police say on Jan. 26, a male and a female attempted to use a stolen credit card at the CVS store at 680 North McCarran. The credit card was stole during…MORE

Two Teenagers Killed in Stagecoach Crash

(KOH) – The Nevada Highway Patrol continues to investigate a crash that killed two people Thursday afternoon. The crash was reported just before 3pm in Stagecoach. The preliminary investigation indicates the driver of a Honda Civic coupe was headed south on Cheyenne Trail, towards US-50. The driver of a Ford F-350 pickup was headed west…MORE

Fatal Crash on Steamboat Parkway Friday Morning

(KOH) – A Reno woman was killed in a crash just before 8 a.m. Friday in south Reno. Police say the driver of a Mini Cooper was trying to turn left from Brittany Meadows to go west onto Steamboat Parkway. She was hit by the driver of a Nissan pickup traveling east on Steamboat Parkway. The…MORE

Sisolak Says Laxalt Should Give Back NRA Money, Check Backgrounds

Clark County Commissioner Steve Sisolak called on Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt to take action on gun safety, and return donations from the National Rifle Association. He says Laxalt has proven his allegiance to the NRA, speaking at their convention and winning its praise for his opposition to voter approved background checks in Nevada. Sisolak…MORE

Animal Ark Plans a Special Weekend

You can enjoy Animal Ark residents in their winter coats. Enjoy watching animals play in their winter wonderland at 6,000 feet. Hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Animal Ark is located north of Reno on 38 acres and primarily features native North American predators, though a few exotic species have found…MORE

Do Not Disturb Signs, Losing Some Meaning in Wake of Gun Violence

If you’re staying at a Caesers Entertainment property and you leave the “Do not distub” sign up too long, expect to be checked on. The company says they will check guest hotel rooms every 24 hours anyway., Caesars is adopting the new policy after a gunman fired on an outdoor concert from his Las Vegas…MORE

No Parting Funds For Steve Wynn After Sex Misconduct Scandal

Apparently there will be no special Golden Parachute for Steve Wynn, as he exits the company that bears his name, amidst a sexual misconduct scandal. The termination agreement shows that he won’t receive any compensation and can’t be involved in any competing gambling business for two years. The terms of the agreement were released Friday…MORE

Major Drug Bust in Carson City

Officials with the Carson City Sheriff’s Office have arrested 23 suspects after a month-long drug operation. The Carson City Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Team was assisted by The Department of Public Safety Tri Net Narcotics task force, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigation Unit, and the Reno Police Department Street Enforcement Team during the operation.…MORE

Sparks Police Investigating Fatal Vehicle vs Pedestrian Accident

One person is dead after being hit by a car in Sparks last night. It happened just before 6:30 p.m.at the corner of Glendale Avenue and 18th Street. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Police say the driver is cooperating with the investigation. They do not believe drugs or alcohol are involved. Anyone…MORE