The head of the Department of Health and Human Services in Nevada, Richard Whitley, says he’ll take the responsiblility for the state placing severely mentally ill persons in homes with squalid conditions. He says he was shocked by the findings of a new legislative audit. Whitley told the Reno Gazette Journal his staff leadership was…… MORE
NV Energy Reminds Students of Scholarships
Each year, the NV Energy Foundation awards more than 100 “Powerful Partnership Scholarships,” of $1,000 each statewide. The deadline for Nevada high school seniors to apply this year is January 31. Selected recipients must demonstrate leadership in academics and community service. The one-time scholarships can be used at any accredited university, college or trade school.…… MORE
Las Vegas Casinos on Edge After Rash of Robberies
Robbers have gotten away with cash and chips from four Las Vegas casinos since last week, and Metro Police are looking for multiple suspects. Three of the casinos are on the Las Vegas Strip and the fourth is nearby. Police are concerned about the frequency of the hold-ups, which they call a little unusual. Some…… MORE
Women’s March Planned for Saturday in Reno
Millions are expected to take part in the 2018 Women’s Marches across the country this weekend, including in Reno on Saturday. Dozens of groups have banded together for the Nevada marches, with concerns about a wide range of issues. Organizer Pat Lynch says the administration’s attacks on the Affordable Care Act are top of mind for…… MORE
Developments in ex-Henderson Police Chief Sexual Harassment Case
Lots of people have been wondering about the quick departure of Henderson Police Chief Patrick Moers last year. It has been released that he was under investigation for sexual harassment, a fact that hadn’t been disclosed until now. His “voluntary” departure allowed him to cash in on $163,000 worth of unused paid time off. According to…… MORE
Reno Native David Wise Will Compete in The 2018 Winter Olympics
Reno native David Wise is on his way back to the Winter Olympics, reaching for the Gold for the second time in the ski halfpipe.… MORE
NDOT Says They’re Ready For The Next Winter Storm
The Nevada Department of Transportation says they’re ready for the next storm, and have been for months.… MORE
Mayor Hillary Schieve Delivers Her Third State of The City Address
Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve held her annual ‘State of the City’ address last night at the Pioneer Center. One of the major issues she addressed was downtown revitalization. She says since last year, the city has been tearing down rundown motels in an effort to clean up downtown. Mayor Schieve also addressed the housing problem……… MORE
Attorney General Adam Laxalt Leading in The Polls
The GOP race for the nomination for Governor has state attorney general Adam Laxalt leading the polls. He says an internal poll has him leading state treasurer Dan Schwartz 66%-7%, according to the Las Vegas Review Journal. That poll also reportedly shows Laxalt leading Clark County Commissioner Steve Sisolak with 44% support to 38%.… MORE
Crews Respond to Five Acre Fire Along South Virginia Street
The Reno Fire Department knocked out a five acre brush fire along South Virginia Street in south Reno, south of South Meadows Parkway Thursday afternoon. The fire burned near Broken Hill Road. The cause is being investigated.… MORE
