A massive pile of railroad ties is burning in Hazen, East of Fernley. The fire broke out Wednesday afternoon about 430pm, sending up a huge plume of black smoke. That smoke is more toxic than your average smoke, so avoid the area. Churchill County is asking its residents to remain indoors, and anyone with breathing…… MORE
Lyon County Releases Photo of Robbery Suspect
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s help in its search for the suspect who robbed a Dayton gas station Wednesday morning. It happened just before 10am at the Valero on Douglas Street. Police say the man went into the store, walked behind the counter, indicated he had a gun under his…… MORE
Reno Police Release Photo of Shooting Suspect
Reno Police have released a photo of suspect who may be involved in a shooting in the parking lot of the Atlantis Casino back in June. On June 3rd, police were called to the casino on a report of a shooting. When they arrived, they found an unidentified man with gunshot wounds.… MORE
Woman Claims She Was Arrested For Being Too Attractive
A woman who was arrested at the airport in Las Vegas last week, for skipping out on a restaurant bill, says the real reason she was busted is because she’s so good looking. Hend Bustami who had been sleeping near a security checkpoint and arguing with TSA officers about it, says she was being harassed…… MORE
Vitalant Holding a September 11th Blood Drive
Non-profit blood organization Vitalant is partnering with the Atlantis Casino-Resort to host a blood drive to honor firefighters and healthcare workers Sept. 11th. From 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., they will be honoring those workers, as well as those who gave blood in the aftermath of the attacks. The organization is also calling on members…… MORE
Repeat Offender Program Looking For a Wanted Suspect
The Northern Nevada Repeat Offender Program is asking for the public’s help in locating wanted subject David Paley. He is wanted for failing to appear after posting bond on and original charge of Grand Theft Auto. David Paley is a 47-year-old, white male adult, 5 foot 11 inches and around 200 pounds. If anyone has…… MORE
Local Favorite Takes The Top Prize at The Best in The West Nugget Rib Cook Off
Winners for this year’s 33rd annual Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off were announced Monday. “BJ’s BBQ” came out on top winning the $10,000 prize. 2nd place went to “Porky Chicks BBQ” from Fayetteville, Arkansas. “Back Forty Texas Barbecue,” from Pleasant Hill, CA took home Third-place. Best Sauce went to “Just North of…… MORE
Road Closures in Sparks This Week
The Regional Transportation Commission is warning you of a major road closure in Sparks this weekend.At 9 p.m. Friday Sept. 9 the southbound lanes of Sparks Blvd. will be closed from Lincoln Way across the freeway. Northbound traffic will remain open. Traffic will be detoured to Vista Blvd. The weekend of Sept 16-19, southbound will…… MORE
Rescue Teams Find Missing Woman Near Pyramid Lake
A woman reported missing near Pyramid Lake has been found. 34-year-old Cindy Matthews was reported missing Sunday morning. She was found early this morning around midnight. Sheriff’s Office officials say Matthews was suffering from dehydration and sunburns upon being located, but she was treated on scene and has been reconnected with her family. The Incident…… MORE
Affordable Housing Project Breaking Ground in Carson City
A big affordable housing project is breaking ground in Carson City. It’s a 160-unit complex called Sierra Flats. Phase one of the construction will include 40 senior housing units and 40 family units with average rental prices expected to be between $450 and $1,150. Sierra Flats is intended to serve seniors and families whose income…… MORE
