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Legislature Votes on Hundreds of Bills Ahead of Deadline

The Nevada Legislature voted on over 200 bills last night ahead of a midnight deadline, and those that passed will now move on to their opposite chambers. Some of the bills approved include Senate Bill 144 which would extend voter registration deadlines, and allow people to register on election day. Senate bill 236 would allow…MORE

Reno’s Trauma Intervention Program Seeks Support

Reno’s Trauma Intervention program is asking supporters to come to the Reno Council meeting Wednesday April 26th by 11:45 a.m. to get signed in for public comment. Then simply share your support for TIP with the Council Members & Mayor. TIP has been working diligently to secure funding through the City of Reno. TIP Volunteers…MORE

Red Cross Giving Day is Wednesday April 26

The American Red Cross is asking  Northern Nevadans to remember those families impacted by disaster and to “Help One Family, ” on Giving Day, Wednesday, April 26. Your donation can provide hope and urgent relief such as food, blankets and other essentials to people who need it most. Red Cross Executive Director Zanny Marsh. says…MORE

Reno Fire Investigators Nab Arson Suspect

Reno Fire Department Fire Investigators have made an arrest in connection with a string of arson fires.  40 year old Justin Cloughly, is charged with one count of 3rd degree arson, and one count of 4th degree arson that occurred at 4983 S. Virginia Street. Reno Fire Investigators say further charges are likely, pending the…MORE

Reno May Roadblock Recreational Marijuana

The Reno City Council will consider a six month moratorium on the licensing of recreational marijuana, as proposed by Code Enforcement Manager Alex Woodley. Apparently they want more time to figure out how to zone pot shops, and what fees they’ll be able to collect from them. If approved, this would slow down operation of…MORE

Washoe Commission Fails in Jail Oversight

Washoe County Commisioners are being called out for NOT following a Nevada state law that requires them to regularly review the condition of the jail and the inmates who reside there. This after a big spike in “In custody” deaths over the past three years. State law reportedly calls for quarterly updates on jail conditions.…MORE

Nevada First Lady Supports Denim Day

First Lady Kathleen Sandoval is encouraging all Nevadans to join her in participating in Denim Day Wednesday April 26th. Governor Brian Sandoval has declared the month of April Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Nevada. The First Lady says “Demin Day is a silent tribute to the survivors of sexual assault and a peaceful protest to…MORE

Man Robbed at Knife Point on Victorian Avenue

Sparks Police are looking for an armed robbery suspect who threatened a man with a knife on Victorian Avenue early this morning. The victim told police an Asian man with a Chinese symbol on his neck threatened him with a knife and demanded money. The suspect then ran west bound on Victorian. He is described…MORE

New Stores And Restaurants Are Coming to The Legends at Sparks Marina

Some new stores and restaurants are coming to the Legends at Sparks Marina. The latest plans include a 40,000 square-foot Burlington Coat Factory, slated to open in spring of 2018, a standalone “Chick-Fil-A” will open this fall, the Habit Burger Grill and Jersey Mike’s will open this year. Groundbreaking on the Hampton Inn and Residence…MORE

Multiple People Arrested After Shooting at Sundance Motel

Three people are under arrest after a shooting near the Sundance Motel on North Virginia. Police say Joseph Quinones tried to force a man out of his car at gunpoint. He refused and two rounds were fired at the car, occupants of the car included a one year old baby. No one was hit. Police…MORE