Category Archives: KOH Local News

Northern Nevada local news

Three Local Men Accused of Robbery, One of Sex Assault

Reno police arrested three men who admitted trying to rob a woman at gunpoint, and forcing her to commit sex acts early Wednesday morning on the 100 block of Hubbard Way. Following the sexual assault, the suspects fled east on Hubbard. The victim ran to a nearby business and reported the crime. Several officers converged…MORE

Solar Company Having Big Impact in Nevada

Sempra Renewables says studies conducted by the University of Nevada, Reno, have determined the company’s Copper Mountain Solar complex outside Boulder City, will produce more than $2.5 billion in economic benefit to the region’s economy over a 26-year period. Comprising four solar installations, the Copper Mountain Solar complex is one of the nation’s largest photovoltaic…MORE

Nevada Dems Pushing For Gun Regulations

Nevada Senate democrats say they want to fix what they call the “Roberson gun loophole,” that allows some stalkers and domestic abusers to buy guns. The bill, SB 124 was presented by Senator Pat Spearman. Democratic Party Spokesman Stewart Boss says Senator Michael Robersons loophole protects stalkers and domestic abusers instead of defending the safety…MORE

Historic University Building to Reopen

A building that first opened at the University of Nevada Campus in 1920 as the “Teacher’s Training College,” is re-opening April 13. The Thompson Building has undergone extensive seismic retrofitting and rehabilitation over the past year. UNR President Marc Johnson says the re-opening is a demonstration of their committment to the historical nature of the…MORE

Federal Agents, Local Police Raid Apartment Complexes

The FBI working with local authorities launched a search warrant operation at apartment complexes in northwest Reno and Sun Valley. The FBI Safe Streets Task Force operation took place this morning  at the Aviana at Tuscany complex on Mae Anne Avenue and at the Sierra Point complex on El Rancho Drive. The FBI told KOLO…MORE

Congressman Amodei and Senator Heller Hosting a Townhall Next Week

Congressman Mark Amodei and Senator Dean Heller are hosting a townhall next week to discuss issues that are on the minds of many, including the hot button topics of immigration and healthcare.  If you go, you can ask them anything, including topics like international relations and sanctuary cities. Reno just proclaimed itself a “welcoming city,”…MORE

North Valley Drivers: Expect Slowdowns on 395

The Nevada Department of Transportation has started a big project in the North Valley’s area, so you may see some tie ups as the work continues.  Ramp meters, a wrong way driver detection system, travel time signs, and traffic cameras are being added to the stretch of 395 that runs from the Spaghetti Bowl all…MORE

Washoe County School District Presents Tentative Budget to Board of Trustees

The Washoe County School District Chief Financial Officer presented this year’s tentative budget to the Board of Trustees. Legally, the budget has to be presented, balanced or not. While the board did vote to approve the budget, it’s dealing with a shortfall of about $40 million.  District CFO Tom Ciesynski, says they’re trying to avoid…MORE

Lyon County Preparing For Future Flood Events

Lyon County is actively preparing for a high spring and summer runoff on the Carson and Walker Rivers. Today Lyon County leaders are hosting a table top exercise to address responding to and recovering from various flooding scenarios. A tabletop exercise is an activity in which key personnel assigned emergency management roles and responsibilities, gather…MORE