WCSD Moves Ahead with Allergy Policy

And the Washoe County School District is moving forward with an allergy policy despite new peanut allergy treatment. The first treatment for peanut allergies has officially hit the market. The Food and Drug Administration approved a pill that contains peanut powder. The amount would gradually increase over time. Even with this pill on the market, … Read more

Possible Hazmat Situation, Non-Hazardous

That Possible Hazmat Situation Near Robb Drive Identified As Non-Hazardous. Officials said the substance was gear oil that had been ran over and spilled onto the road and nearby vehicles Thursday evening. They said all roads in the area have been reopened.

Family of girl killed in bounce house accident files lawsuit

The family of a little girl who was killed when a bounce house was picked up by strong winds and got stuck in power lines last summer has filed a lawsuit against the company. Wendy and Mitch Hammond filed suit against Rhett Schultz, owner of Bounce House Guy, accusing him of negligence. The Reno Gazette-Joruanl … Read more

Sheriff: 3rd Damonte Ranch HS student survived overdose

Sheriff’s deputies say one Damonte Ranche High School student survived an overdose that’s linked to the deaths of two other students. Sheriff Darin Baalam says the third student, who hasn’t been identified, is being questioned. The student overdosed after Daniel Davis died-but before Jacob Eckart fatally overdosed. Baalam tells The Reno Gazette-Journal, he fears the … Read more

Homeless camp sparks another fire in Reno

Firefighters fight flames at another homeless camp in Reno. This time, it happened along Sage Street Wednesday. You could see smoke as far as the Spaghetti Bowl. Last year, firefighters, responded to more than 150 fires at homeless camps.

Carson City man arrested in shooting of ex-girlfriend

A Carson City man is accused of battering his ex-girlfriend, robbing her, then shooting her with a shotgun. Police handcuffed 22-year-old Logan Odaye at the Max Casino Wednesday. They say earlier this week he battered the victim at the Carson Colony, then forced her to withdraw cash from an ATM before he shot her. She’s … Read more

Macy’s at Meadowood Mall spared from cuts

The Macy’s at Meadowood Mall has survived round one of nationwide store closures. The retailer declined to provide specific on the Reno store’s future, after it announced 125 stores across the country would close over the next three years.

Suspect in Custoday (PM)

Abduction and shooting suspect Logan Odaye is in custody. Sheriff Ken Furlong has more; http://blogaudio.virtualnewscenter.com/KKFT-020720-FURLONG-Suspect%20Apprehended.mp3 Contact Sheriff Furlong’s Office with any additional information at 887-2677.

Suspect in Custody (MID)

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong says 22-year-old abduction and shooting suspect Logan Odaye is in custody; http://blogaudio.virtualnewscenter.com/KKFT-020720-FURLONG-Suspect%20Apprehended.mp3 Contact the Sheriff’s Office with any additional information at 887-2677.

Suspect in Custody (AM)

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office took 22-year-old suspect Logan Odaye into custody and Ken Furlong has more; http://blogaudio.virtualnewscenter.com/KKFT-020720-FURLONG-Suspect%20Apprehended.mp3 Contact Sheriff Furlong’s Office with any additional information at 887-2677.