News Staff Multiple agencies assisted the U.S. Marshals Service in arresting a so-called high-risk fugitive in the Lemmon Valley area. Marcus Martinez was wanted on a warrant for violating his supervised release and had threatened Marshals with a firearm if they came after him. He was caught and is in custody in the Washoe County Jail.
Reno-Tahoe International Airport officials say they are expecting 15,000 passengers during peak travel days this Thanksgiving holiday season. They also said they expect their busiest days will be Nov. 22 and Nov. 26. According to KOLO 8, the airport says travelers should arrive at least two hours prior to departure and to allow for extra … Read more
The Reno Police Department is increasing patrols during the holiday season to combat retail theft, including ‘flash mob’ robberies. RPD will be boosting patrols at several malls and shopping centers starting today, Nov. 20 and lasting until the end of the holiday season. Flash mobs are groups of people who storm a store and steal … Read more
Washoe County School District Superintendent Susan Enfield announced Monday that she will resign. According to KOLO 8, in a statement, Enfield said she is making the decision to return to Washington to spend more time with her family and pursue other opportunities. Her last day will be February 9th.
10 people have been arrested in connection with a party shooting. According to KOLO 8, on Saturday, the Regional Gang Unit says they heard gunshots in the area of 10th Street and Manhattan, and attempted to stop a related vehicle, which fled at a high rate of speed. In additio to the arrests, guns were … Read more
Comedian and actor Dana Carvey has cancelled his upcoming show in Reno after the unexpected death of his son earlier this week. News 4 reports Carvey and his wife Paula posted on social media Thursday their son Dex “died of an accidental drug overdose” on Wednesday at the age of 32. Carvey’s show was slated … Read more
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man sought by the Sparks Police Department for alleged parole violations and possible involvement in other cases. The sheriff’s office arrested 44 year old JD Murray on alleged parole violation, three counts of being an ex-felon in possession of a firearm, drug possession and two counts of … Read more
A $500 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the suspect in the case of a woman found shot to death Thursday in Reno. The suspect is identified as Malik Coleman. The woman was found in an apartment on Virginia Street.
The Reno City Council has introduced an ordinance that would loosen restrictions on sidewalk vendors ahead of the implementation of SB92. KOLO 8 reports in a meeting this week, council introduced the ordinance that would move sidewalk vendors from Title 5 to Title 4, which would eliminate the need for background checks and sidewalk vendor … Read more
The Reno Police Department is warning local residents of a counterfeit jewelry scam. According to KOLO 8, multiple victims have reported being scammed by a larger Middle Eastern man, described as being heavy set with a heavy accent who approaches his victims in store and gas station parking lots. He talks to the victims and … Read more