As Nevada struggles with nation-topping unemployment and enormous revenue loss facing the state’s gambling and hospitality industries, Gov. Steve Sisolak released a report on Monday evening proposing measures to plug the state’s estimated $1.2 billion budget shortfall. The report calls for “deep cuts in services and proposals” and says budget balancing efforts addressed in the … Read more
A fire is burning heavy timber on Mount Rose. It was first reported near Winters Creek, on the east side of Slide Mountain, Sunday. Aircraft are helping control the flames-in hopes of it keeping it at its currently small size.At last check the fire was 30 percent contained.
At least 15 veterans and 14 staff test positive for COVID-19 at the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home in Sparks; News 4 reports 10 veterans have been moved to the Reno VA Hospital for treatment. All ten are said to be in stable condition.
A fire burning north of Cold Springs has been contained. The 35-acre Antelope Fire didn’t threaten any structures. It was burning on BLM land near Village Parkway and New Forest Drive. No word yet on how the fire was sparked.
Front-line health care workers were honored this 4th of July with a flyover for their work during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Truckee Tahoe Honor Flyover brought the show over the skies of Lake Tahoe and Truckee Saturday. It was also aimed at recognizing those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
A Sparks man is killed in a motorcycle crash in Reno. It happened Friday night on North Virginia Street at North McCarran Boulevard Police say the motorcycle struck an SUV. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Sparks firefighters make quick work a brush fire before it could spread. They were called to Vista Terrace Lane off Los Altos Parkway early Sunday morning. They controlled the fire at five acres.
The president of Las Vegas’ Station Casinos died over the holiday weekend. Richard Haskins, president of Red Rock Resorts and Station Casinos, died in a watercraft accident in Michigan on July 4th. His successor hasn’t yet been named.
Sunday marked the one year anniversary of the explosion at Argenta Hall. The incident in 2019 sent shock waves throughout the University of Nevada campus. Over that year the university’s staff has been looking for solutions for students. Dean Kennedy, UNR’s Executive Director of Residential Life has been tasked with creating plans to accommodate students … Read more
Health officials reported three additional COVID-19 related deaths and 93 new cases in Washoe County on Sunday. In addition to the new cases and deaths, an additional 19 people have reportedly recovered. The death toll in Washoe County is 82 and there are currently 1,190 active cases countywide. The county’s total number of positive cases … Read more