The American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada has filed a lawsuit in the First Judicial District Court challenging State Sen. Michael Roberson’s anti-immigrant ballot initiative. They say the entire “Prevent Sanctuary Cities Initiative” – from the language of the proposed amendment, to the description of effect – is misleading to voters. Even the term “sanctuary…… MORE
Bud Business Booming in Nevada
Nevada marijuana sales continue to outstrip projections. Licensed dispensaries sold 27.7 million dollars worth of recreational cannabis in the third month of legal sales. That’s five million dollar more than the state projected, but down slightly from July. 27 million dollars worth was sold in July. In the first three months of legal pot sales…… MORE
Name of Pedestrian Killed on Pyramid Highway Released
The Nevada Highway Patrol has released the name of a pedestrian killed on the Pyramid Highway Sunday. Troopers say 25-year-old Kody Nicholas Strong of Sparks was wearing dark clothing and there was no overhead lighting in the area. He was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit. The accident happened near Spring Ridge Drive…… MORE
“Pill Mill” Doctor Robert Rand Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
Dr. Robert Rand has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter and drug distribution charges. Rand said during sentencing yesterday in U.S. District Court in Reno that he was sorry for the terrible harm he caused to the family of Michael Yenick. Yenick died of a drug overdose…… MORE
Sparks Man Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison For Fraud And Burglary
44 year old Travis Craven of Sparks, a co-defendant in last week’s case involving a habitual criminal convicted on fraud and burglary charges, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. The case involved the cashing and attempted cashing of fraudulent checks at several local businesses and the possession of a financial forgery lab. The…… MORE
Sunday Schedule For RTC Transit Services Over The Holiday
As you plan for the holiday, keep in mind all Regional Transportation Commission transit services will be on a Sunday schedule for Thanksgiving, November 23. RTC INTERCITY will not operate Thanksgiving, and administrative offices will be closed. Administrative offices will remain closed on Friday, November 24, while transit services will resume a normal schedule. Passenger…… MORE
Person of Interest in Home Invasion Investigation Apprehended
Lyon County investigators have found the “Person of Interest” in two counts of home invasion and domestic battery November 17th. 36 year old Aaron Gaynor is now in custody. ORIGINAL STORY: Lyon County investigators want to talk to someone described as a “Person of Interest” in two counts of home invasion and domestic battery.…… MORE
Southern Nevada Reports First Flu-Related Death in Clark County
Southern Nevada Health District reported the first flu-related death of a child this season, as flu activity spikes in Clark County. The district said, the child was younger than 5, but offered few details. As of Nov. 11, there were 78 confirmed influenza cases reported to the Southern NevadaHealth District, 43 percent of which were…… MORE
Reno PD Recognized For Their Commitment to DUI Enforcement
At the recent Joining Forces Annual Awards Ceremony, the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety recognized the Reno Police Department for their commitment to detecting and arresting impaired drivers in our community. Reno PD made 160 DUI arrests through additional operations provided by Joining Forces grant funds, and the assigning of an additional DUI Officer within…… MORE
Cost of Thanksgiving Meal Down Slightly This Year
Before they head to the stores, many Nevadans will start the holiday weekend with a traditional Thanksgiving feast. This year’s meal will be a little cheaper than a year ago as the overall price of turkey, sweet potatoes and other traditional Thanksgiving meal fixings have declined slightly. According to the 32nd annual American Farm Bureau…… MORE
