Washoe County added five COVID-19 deaths Thursday for a total of 389. The latest deaths all involved men ranging in age from their 50s to their 80s. The county added 390 cases. Hospitalizations fell by seven to 305. The Quad-County region added two COVID-19 deaths for a total of 81 Thursday. The deaths include a … Read more
The Nevada Department of Corrections is taking additional steps to try to stop the spread of COVID-19 behind bars. The Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City got a fogging machine it will use to sanitize common areas and cells. They’re also now requiring all staff who are around inmates to wear an N-95 mask-not … Read more
Travel may be down as much as 60 percent but the Reno-Tahoe Airport is seeing its biggest bump in traffic since Spring Break. A COVID-19 test isn’t required to travel through the airport, though some international destinations that are permitting Americans to come are requiring it. Masks and social distancing ARE required. Tips-if you’re traveling … Read more
If you’re looking for something fun and safe to do, Washoe Lake State Park has set up the Trail of Lights. It features holiday scenes and colorful light displays you can enjoy from your vehicle. It costs 5 dollars per vehicle and is open Friday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Around 11:00 P.M. Thursday , Sparks Police, Sparks Fire and Remsa responded to a report of a single vehicle crash. The crash occurred in the area of southbound Vista Boulevard north of Prater Way. Officials arrived on scene and located an unresponsive man inside of the vehicle. Remsa personnel attempted life saving measures but ultimately … Read more
The FBI has arrested a man for fatally stabbing his pregnant girlfriend on the Pyramid Lake tribal reservation. Michael Burciaga, who’s a Pyramid Lake Paiute tribal member, is being held without bail in connection with the brutal attack, that federal agents say was witnessed by the 37-year-old Amanda Davis’s children Tuesday night at their home … Read more
A Secret Witness tip leads to an arrest in connection with a theft from a northern Nevada non-profit. Reno police have charged Cynthia Ramos in connection with stealing baby baskets, food baskets, books, toys, and backpacks from the Down Syndrome Network. Ramos was already in jail on separate charges when she was tied to this … Read more
South Lake Tahoe City Council has approved relief funds for struggling restaurants and local businesses. They approved $100,000 for restaurants to purchase environmentally friendly to-go containers, since they’re limited to take-out only due to California’s Stay-at-Home order. Council also approved the use of funds for a propane-refilling site at the city’s recreation center-to provide low-cost … Read more
A new business opens in Spanish Springs during the pandemic. News 4 reports Monin, the global beverage flavor company, opened a 115,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility that’s been years in the making. It was set to open in March when the pandemic hit-but was delayed several months. The facility employs 25 people and aims to … Read more
Santa is swinging by the Douglas County Community Center next week. Visitors can drive-thru Christmas Lane for a safe and socially distanced experience, grab some hot cocoa and cookies. It’s happening Monday, December 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Santa will also be taking your letters and wish-lists. And you can snap a free, … Read more