Richard West the 2nd, has made a plea deal, that will drop most of the charges against him, in connection with an illegal prescription drug distribution ring. West is pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance, and 12 other charges will be dropped. West could face 20 years at sentencing,…… MORE
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Reno Firefighters Will Open Session
The state of Nevada’s 79th Legislative Session convenes Monday with the presentation of the colors by the Reno Fire Department in the Assembly Chambers at 11 a.m. Presenting the colors on behalf of the Reno Fire Department will be Captain Ron Lenon, Firefighter Robert Feemster, Firefighter Dave Galleron and Firefighter Ben Rupert. Ben Rupert was…… MORE
USA Parkway, Halfway Point Reached
NDOT has reached a milestone. They have achieved 50 percent completion of construction of the USA Parkway extension, that will connect Interstate 80 and U.S. 50 in Storey and Lyon counties. Since construction began last summer, nearly two million cubic yards of earth and rock have been moved, to carve the future roadway alignment, enough…… MORE
Person of Interest Interviewed in Harassment Case
Carson City Sheriff’s Office is holding a person of interest in their investigation into threats against Justice Court Judge John Tatro. 74 year old John Aston was in custody for unrelated charges when he was questioned by Carson City detectives. During the four year investigation that began in 2012, Judge Tatro’s home was shot at,…… MORE
Attorney General Wants Increased Supervision For Sex Offenders
Sex offenders are on notice, Attorney General Adam Laxalt will be offering a bill that would expand conditions imposed upon sex offenders subject to lifetime supervision. It would allow the Division of Parole and Probation to require sex offenders to submit to search and seizure, without a warrant, to determine whether the sex offender has…… MORE
Sparks Police Looking For Robbery Suspect
Police are searching for the man who robbed a convenience store last night in Sparks. Shortly after 6 o’clock police received a call about an armed robbery at the “Safe Mini Mart” at 1140 Rock Boulevard. According to employees the suspect entered the business holding a handgun. He is described as white, 5′ 9″, 160…… MORE
Police Find ATM Skimmers in Reno
Police are warning the public of a scam involving ATMs. The Reno Police Department responded to multiple locations in the downtown area recently on reports of skimming devices found on ATM machines. Police are not releasing the locations of the ATMs because the investigation is still active. Three devices used to capture pin numbers were…… MORE
No Charges Filed in Downtown Stabbing
Two people have been arrested in connection with a robbery that led to a stabbing at the RTC bus station Monday night. About 9PM, officers responded to reports of a stabbing on East 4th Street. They found a man who appeared to have been stabbed in the back. He was taken to a hospital for…… MORE
Man Wanted For Three Separate Robberies
Reno Police are searching for a suspect who may be responsible for three armed robberies late last month. Two of the robberies occurred at Subway Sandwich shops. The first, at the South Meadows Parkway location, and the second at a location on South Virginia Street. The third robbery was at the U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt location…… MORE
Rodeo Foundation Offers Help
The Reno Rodeo Foundation is accepting online applications for its annual community grant program. Non-profit service agencies that are working to improve the quality of life for Northern Nevada residents, are invited to apply for up to $2,500 in funds. Applications will be accepted through February 8th and recipients will be notified on or before…… MORE
