The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect for starting the Perry Fire burning near Pyramid Lake. 34-year-old David Radonski was charged with two counts of first degree arson and 41 counts of third degree arson. He may face additional charges. Officials say the investigation is ongoing and is a joint effort with the…… MORE
Whaleback Fire Has Now Burned More Than 16,000 Acres
The Whaleback Fire has burned more than 16,000 acres or more than 25 square miles. The cause of the fire remains unknown, but fire crews have established 32 percent containment around the burn area. Mandatory evacuations are still in place for the community of Spalding, the Gallatin Marina, Ronald McDonald House and the Merrill, Christie,…… MORE
Reno Police Arrest Hit & Run Suspect
Reno Police have arrested a woman for a hit-and-run that left a man critically injured Tuesday morning. Police say the man was crossing South Virginia near Gentry, not in a crosswalk, shortly before 5AM when he was hit by a driver. That driver then fled the scene. Police estimate it was several minutes before anyone…… MORE
Humane Society Investigating Horse Abuse Case
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for an attack on horses at the Big Pine Saddle Club. In early July, the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a truck…… MORE
Washoe County Man Sentenced to Over a Hundred Years in Prison
A Washoe County man has been sentenced to 105 years in prison for child sexual assault and lewdness. The sentence follows a guilty verdict handed down last May. 44-year-old Mario Antonio Lemus was convicted on three counts of Sexual Assault of a Child Under 14 Years of Age and one count of Lewdness with a…… MORE
There’s Still Time to Register Your Child For Kindergarten
The Washoe County School District wants you to know that there’s still time to sign your child up for kindergarten.… MORE
Reno Police Release Photos of Car Burglary Suspects
Reno Police Department is asking for help tracking down two people connected to car burglaries near Double Diamond Blvd that occurred in the last couple of weeks. The two suspects entered local businesses and began using the victim’s credit cards shortly after they were taken. There’s a $250 dollar reward for information leading to the…… MORE
Carson City Deputies Looking For Woman Missing Since Being Released From Jail
Carson City Sheriff’s Office is trying to find a missing woman who disappeared when she was released from custody more two years ago. 42 year old, Deeanna Rebelez, also known as Deeanna Byars, wasn’t reported missing by her family until July 13th of this year, and was last seen leaving the Carson City Jail in…… MORE
Friends of Nevada Wilderness Get a Big Donation From Paul Simon
The Friends of Nevada Wilderness just received a big donation from a legendary musician. Paul Simon, who’s a long-time supporter of conservation and other charitable causes, gave the non profit $25,000 in grant money. Simon is currently in the middle of his “Homeward Bound – The Farewell Tour,” and in every area he’s playing, he’s…… MORE
Placer County Investigators Arrest Home Burglary Suspects
Placer County Sheriff’s Office have arrested five suspects who were involved in a break in at the same North Lake Tahoe residence twice within the last week. The house on Sacramento Avenue in Homewood was ripped off on July 24th, with burglars taking a Mercedes Benz and other items. Last Saturday, July 29th, deputies were…… MORE
