HAN SPRING FEVER, STADIUMGP BLOCK PARTY, SPARKS CARS & COFFEE
RENO, NV (May 10) — There were several car meets plus a block party on this weekend. All the events were blessed with almost summer like weather. • Friday started the two-day Hot August Nights Spring Fever. Everything was in the Casino’s west parking lot. There was a...
Overnight I-80 east and west closures planned for bridge inspections in Reno-Sparks
Drivers traveling on Interstate 80 near Robb Drive and Sparks Boulevard should expect overnight lane reductions and ramp closures this week as the Nevada Department of Transportation conducts routine bridge inspections. The work is scheduled from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. on May 13-14. On Wednesday, May 13, the Robb...
Tuesday Web Weather
More record highs are possible on a toasty Tuesday. After that, a couple of weak systems will move through the region. Wind will be gusty at times, with a few isolated, mainly dry thundershowers. Temperatures will also cool down, closer to average. Watch for areas of blowing dust and travel impacts, especially around w
Former Central Valley Resident Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Steal $1.5 Million in Building...
May 12, 2026 – FRESNO, CA – David Theron Ross, 64, of Sparks, Nevada, pleaded guilty on Monday to conspiracy. to commit wire fraud as part of a two-person scheme to defraud a homebuilding company of building materials worth up to $1.5 million, U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announced.
City appoints Corey Solferino new Reno Police Chief amid allegation investigation
Reno City leaders have appointed Corey Solferino as new Reno Police Chief on Tuesday during an update on the City's ongoing investigation concerning police misconduct allegations. The Reno City Council will start the formal approval process for Solferino next week and if ratified, he will be sworn in as chief...
Permit filed for new Roberto’s Taco Shop at former Reno Taco John’s
The Roberto’s Taco Shop empire in Northern Nevada continues to expand as the Mexican food franchise is adding another location in Reno. Roberto’s Taco Shop filed a permit application to remodel a longtime taco restaurant building along Reno’s Wells Avenue corridor. The location at 770 S. Wells Ave. was a Taco John’s fo
Understanding Dash Cam Regulations in Nevada
Dash cams are fully legal in Nevada, but they must be mounted and used in a way that does not obstruct your view or violate privacy rules. Understanding these regulations helps drivers in Reno, Las Vegas, and elsewhere use dash cams safely and effectively for accidents, insurance claims, and police encounters.
Investigators ask for public’s help in identifying deceased man
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office is looking to identify a man who was found dead around downtown Reno. Operations manager Justin Norton saying, “My hope is that someone in the community will recognize this man so we can identify him and give him the dignity of dying with his name
Be the Fam: Harmony Gets Adopted
A KOLO 8 News Now employee adopted his daughter last week. Their journey began right here at KOLO 8 News Now and our Be the Fam segment.
Concerts, comedy and culture hit casinos from Reno to Redding
Looking for weekend plans? The next two weeks are loaded with live music, comedy and culture from Redding to Reno-Sparks and down to Lincoln and Corning. Casino venues across Northern California and Northern Nevada are rolling out country headliners, soulful jazz-pop, classic-rock tributes, and free late-night DJ sets.

















