[KOH] – California Highway 89 near Emerald Bay was closed Friday for around five hours shortly after 3pm due to a possible explosive device. The incident closed the highway near Emerald Bay for almost five hours. The FBI received a report about a woman who intended to harm herself and could put others at risk. Reno…… MORE
Man Hit by Lightning in Mono County Recovering at Reno Hospital
A mechanic working for a California Department of Transportation contractor was struck by lightning Thursday in Mono County. The incident happened about 4:15 p.m. at a maintenance yard at the Sonora Junction at U.S. 395 and California 108. The mechanic was conscious as he was taken to a Reno hospital.… MORE
Crews Fighting Lightning Sparked Fire in The Red Rock Road Area
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District estimates the Dixie Fire burning in the Red Rock Road area is 80 acres. No homes threatened and progress is being made. Crews worked on the fire overnight to slow the fires spread, and that work continues today. The district responded to seven fires yesterday, all likely started by…… MORE
Reno Man Arrested on Kidnapping And Luring Charges
A 25-year-old man is now in custody, accused of 1st degree Kidnapping of a Minor and Luring a Child. Christopher Bojorquez was arrested by Reno Police on a warrant from the Sparks Police Department. A Sparks P.D. representative says he is believed to have befriended the victim in 2017, and allegedly exchanged text messages with…… MORE
Reno Firefighters Getting an Equipment Upgrade
The City of Reno has approved new fire equipment, with around $6.5 million dollars going towards new engines, trucks, and life saving kits for their first responders working for Reno Fire.… MORE
Finding The Perfect Poem For The New Pet Memorial at The Sparks Marina
The City of Sparks is installing a Pet Memorial at the Sparks Marina, and on a plaque at the site a poem will be enshrined for years to come. There’s three up for consideration, and you can vote for your favorite now. … MORE
Pop-up Cat Lounge Helps Locals Find a New Furry Friend
It’s probably the only place in town where you can get free coffee, a yoga lesson, and maybe even meet a new furry friend.… MORE
Carson City Fair Returns This Weekend
You can smell the corndogs in the fryer, and that means the Carson City Fair is back in the capitol through Sunday at Fuji Park. Chelsea Simerson says there’s lot’s to see this year including 4H animals, artwork, and fun activities for the kids on the midway. They’re also hosting a demolition derby and a…… MORE
Plan to Connect Two Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts Moves Forward
A plan to connect lake two Lake Tahoe Ski resorts with a two mile Gondola, continues to move forward. Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows are happy with the approval of Placer County, and the project has preliminary approval from the U.S. Forest Service. They say the Gondolas will be able to move 1,400 people per…… MORE
Northern Nevada Red Cross Offers Swim Safety Tips
Recent drownings involving swimmers, boaters and kayakers, are sobering reminders of the importance of water safety and preparedness. Before heading out to the pool or favorite swimming spot, the Red Cross of Northern Nevada offers some swimming safety tips: If possible, swim in designated areas supervised by lifeguards. Always swim with a buddy; never leave…… MORE
