The state supreme court has rejected the latest appeal of killer Jeremiah Bean. Bean was convicted of five murders, in the deaths of four people in Fernley and one in Mustang in May 2013. The motive behind the killings was robbery to support a drug habit. Bean killed Bob and Dotty Pape, and set their…… MORE
Medical Examiner Releases Name of Sparks Man Found Dead
The Washoe County Medical Examiner has released the name of the man who was shot near 22nd street Saturday, and died of his wounds. He was 58 year old Michael Krantz of Sparks. Police responded to the scene of the shooting about 7am, and found Krantz unresponsive at a motel. They say this is a…… MORE
Road Work Starting Soon on Plumb Lane
The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County is planning temporarily lane closures on Plumb Lane, and an on-ramp to 395 northbound as they makes minor repairs to the RTC building under the freeway at Villanova Drive. Wednesday and Thursday, RTC will close one turn lane at the Plumb Lane eastbound/395 intersection heading northbound to US…… MORE
Former Nevada Gov Endorses Joe Biden
Former Nevada Governor Bob Miller has endorsed Vice President Joe Biden for President. Miller says Biden’s track record in public service is one of working on behalf of the issues that impact everyday Americans. Governor Miller says Joe has fought for healthcare, safety from gun violence, and essential protections for victims of domestic violence. Adding,…… MORE
Biden to Appear at TMCC, Wednesday
The front runner for the democratic nomination for President, Former Vice President Joe Biden will be in Reno Wednesday. He’ll be hosting a community event at Truckee Meadows Community College, 7,000 Dandini Boulevard. Doors open at 6pm. You can RSVP at Mobilize.us/joebiden.… MORE
Eric Brown is Selected Washoe County Manager
Washoe County’s new manager is Eric Brown, most recently the President & CEO of the California Telehealth Network. He seemed a little surprised to win the vote, after several hours of questioning among the three finalists. Saying, “I don’t think I was prepared for this,” to the chuckles of county commissioners. The chairman of the…… MORE
Crews Knock Down House Fire in Golden Valley
Crews knocked down a house fire in Golden Valley on Saturday morning. It happened at the corner of Remington road and Winchester drive. Truckee Meadows Fire says it started in the garage and then spread to the house. No one was inside when the fire took place, but two pets were evacuated and are safe.…… MORE
Police Step-up Enforcement Around Street Vibrations, Sixteen Arrested
Thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts were in town for the Street Vibrations Fall Rally this past weekend. During the event, Reno Police stepped up enforcement around the downtown Reno venues. The added enforcement resulted in 16 arrests for 11 misdemeanors and 5 felonies. Three drivers were cited for DUI. Police also issued 3 misdemeanor citations and…… MORE
Reno Police Investigating Fatal Hit & Run Crash on East Fourth Street
Reno Police are looking for the driver of a pickup truck who left the scene after hitting a man in the roadway at East Fourth Street and Evans Avenue on Saturday night. Investigators say a man walked out into the road in the westbound lanes and laid down on the street while it was dark.…… MORE
Repeat DUI Driver Faces Possible Fifteen Years in Prison
The Washoe County District Attorney’s Office has announced a guilty verdict for a man convicted of five DUI’s. 33-year-old Jose Alejandro Figueroa,of Reno was found guilty after a two-day trial in District Court. Sentencing is set for November. He faces up to 15 years in prison. Police say on January 1, an off-duty officer who…… MORE
