Mosquito Abatement Begins in Washoe County

Mosquito abatement begins this morning in Washoe County with the goal of preventing the spread West Nile virus. Washoe County Health District’s Vector Borne Disease Program will start larviciding applications in the North Valleys and Spanish Springs areas, and will end in South Washoe County. A total of 1,000 acres will be covered. The mosquito…MORE

Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial May 5th in Carson City

The 25th Annual Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ceremony will be held at the Capitol grounds in Carson City Thursday at 1 p.m. The service will honor the 144 Nevada Peace Officers that have died in the line of duty. Law enforcement agencies from across the state are expected to participate in the memorial service.…MORE

Shot Fired During Car Theft in Sparks, One Arrested

The Sparks Police Department arrested a man Wednesday for possession of a stolen vehicle after a struggle in which a gun accidentally fired. It happened just before noon at a shopping center on Prater Way near McCarran Boulevard. Police say two men got into a fight and one pulled a gun to prevent his car…MORE

Northern Nevada Recognizes International Firefighter’s Day

Today is International Firefighters’ Day, a time to honor and remember the sacrifices of past firefighters who paid the ultimate sacrifice while protecting their communities. It’s also a day to show our appreciation to the dedicated firefighters who have served, and continue to serve, throughout the year. Since being established in 1888, four firefighters have…MORE

Sparks Police Looking For An Armed Robbery Suspect

Sparks Police were called to the 711, on 15th Street early Tuesday morning on a report of an armed robbery. The suspect fled prior to Police arriving on scene. He is described as a white man, approximately 6-feet tall, wearing a blue sweatshirt, black sweatpants, a black ski mask, and armed with a handgun. The…MORE

Judge Rules Jenny Brekhus Can Run For Reno Mayor

A Washoe County judge has ruled in favor of a Reno City Council member’s bid to run for mayor. The legal challenge was brought by William Mantle, who is also running for mayor. He argues that term limits make Jenny Brekhus ineligible because her currently elected term would last 12 years. But Judge Connie Steinheimer…MORE

Man Suspected of Stabbing His Father

Police arrested a man suspected of stabbing his father over the weekend. He remains in Washoe County Jail. 33 year old Ivan Bravo, was booked on a single count of attempted murder. His father was taken to the hospital after Bravo allegedly stabbed him. His condition has not been released..MORE

Body Found at Pyramid Lake

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is trying to identify the body of a person found Saturday morning on the west side of Pyramid Lake. A person found the body in the water shortly after 9 a.m. on Saturday. The Pyramid Lake Tribal Police responded near Washout Beach. The sheriff’s office is conducting a joint investigation…MORE