Impairment appears to be factor in solo motorcycle crash, police said
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - There was a major injury solo motorcycle crash in the 1500 block of Sky Valley Drive in Reno at 7:07 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, according to a Reno Police Department news release. Impairment appears to be a factor in this wreck that left the driver with...
15 Minutes: Jason Williams, Best of Northern Nevada illustrator
Jason Williams’ drawings for this year’s Best of Northern Nevada issue portray a changing Reno while highlighting the many ways in which locals seek out fun—ubiquitous blue scooters and all. Williams has contracted with clients like Microsoft, Patagonia and the U.S. Air Force, and now works full-time designing and...
Nevada Weather Alert: Labor Day Smoke and Heat Near Reno with Thunderstorm Risk by...
Reno drivers celebrating Labor Day may face smoky skies and hot temperatures, with thunderstorms looming by midweek. Travel along I-580 and other roadways could be impacted if storms develop Tuesday into Tuesday night. According to the National Weather Service in Reno, Monday’s holiday will bring sunny skies with...
Local Covid Cases Up with Future Availability of New Vaccine Locally in Doubt
Renown Health urgent care locations are indicating there’s a current increase in COVID-19 cases in the Reno-Sparks area, even as new COVID vaccines aren’t available yet, with availability in doubt locally for the future as well. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration this week narrowed approval of the...
Firehouse Subs launches school supply drive, offering discount to customers who donate
A Sparks sandwich shop is collecting classroom supplies and giving a thank-you to customers who pitch in.
Unlicensed contractor arrested while turning in application
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - A court date is set for Wednesday, Sept, 17, at 9:30 a.m. for Jesse Steven Diaz, an unlicensed contractor and former owner of Battle Born Fence LLC, who was arrested on a felony warrant for theft up to $5,000 in the Nevada State Contractors Board’s Reno office on Thursday, Aug. 28.
Delivery Driver In Nevada Arrested For Alleged Peeping Incident
A delivery driver in Nevada was arrested over an alleged peeping incident. Sometimes, even contactless delivery can be an issue!. When you ask for contactless delivery, you expect the delivery driver to simply leave the food at your door. It's really simple and easy. They can leave the food and get on to their next...
One View: Parkinson’s disease is a growing crisis — Nevada must act now
This past February, I lost my father to Parkinson’s disease. As a family physician, I have cared for patients with Parkinson’s. As a daughter, I walked alongside my dad as he faced the daily challenges of this relentless condition. And as a neighbor in Reno, I see how Parkinson’s touches too many families in our...
Grill masters preparing for a long weekend at the Rib Cook-Off
The Best in the West Rib Cook-Off brings in the crowds every year. Joe Alexander, the owner of Rasta Joe's BBQ, has been in the business for 35 years now, and he knows well what the weekend has in store. So, we asked him what the numbers look like every...
Public Safety Dispatchers take handwritten notes following cyber attack
The 3-day weekend turns dry with highs in the lower 90s. Another rainfall chance arrives Tuesday.