Driver arrested for DUI, with empty beer can found in car’s center console
Reno Police arrested a person suspected of DUI during a traffic stop last Saturday, finding an empty beer can in the center console of their car in the process. It happened on August 15 in the area of Keystone Avenue and I-80, according to a spokesperson for the RPD. Officers...
New four-legged recruit provides crucial support to firefighters
It's 10 a.m. at Reno Fire Station 4 and firefighters shuffle out of the truck. They've just returned from a medical call. When they enter the building, they are often met with an empty kitchen and the sounds of the living room TV playing. But now, Lambeau waits for them...
GoFundMe set up for family of Reno boy who died after being struck by...
A GoFundMe has been set up for a family of a Reno boy who died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver.
Git-R-Smoked returns to rib cook-off
The defending Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off champion is coming back to Sparks with its sights set on another title — and some new flavors for hungry festivalgoers. Kevin McFarland with Git-R-Smoked sat down with ARC Reno Friday morning ahead of the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off, which runs Sept. 2 through
Can-Am Claims Two Podium Positions at 30th Annual Vegas to Reno
The long 505 mile race to take second, third and fourth positions after nearly eight hours of. intense competition across Nevada under dynamic weather conditions during the 30th. Edition of the Vegas to Reno “The Other Way” race. With a record number of UTV Pro entries (65), the...
Sparks parks and recreation director Nancy O’Connor dies unexpectedly
The City of Sparks is mourning the unexpected death of Parks and Recreation Director Nancy O’Connor, a longtime public servant credited with leaving a lasting impact on the community and city staff. O’Connor had served as Sparks’ parks and recreation director since October 2023. “Nancy was an...
Car crashes into Reno bakery for second time in two years
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Haven on Earth Bakery in south Reno is cleaning up after a car drove through its front door on Thursday morning. It’s the second time this has happened in a little over two years. According to Reno police, a woman pulled into the parking lot...
Liberty Dogs holds first leash passing ceremony for veterans, service dogs
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) — Liberty Dogs held its inaugural Leash Passing Ceremony Friday, pairing five U.S. veterans with shelter dogs beginning training in the organization’s Veteran-Trained Service Dog Program. The ceremony took place at the nonprofit’s campus at 1215 Damonte Ranch Parkway. Liberty Dogs is a national nonpro
Man arrested for allegedly stealing $40,000 from Reno nonprofit
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - A man is in custody in Idaho charged with stealing $40,000 from a Reno nonprofit. Jared Deveraux was arrested last Friday on charges of being a fugitive from justice. The Washoe County DA’s Office says Deveraux is believed to be responsible for taking money from the...
Garbage truck fire damages two buildings in northwest Sparks
A garbage truck fire in northwest Sparks damaged two buildings Friday after the truck became fully engulfed and flames threatened nearby structures. A large amount of smoke was visible on wildfire cameras north of Reno, prompting our news crew to head to the area. Sparks Fire Department responded to the...
