City of Reno Taking Applications for ‘Love Your Block’ Community Grant Program
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) -If you’ve ever had an idea about how you would want to help refresh a neighborhood, The City of Reno wants to hear from you. It is now taking applications for its Love Your Block Community Grant Program. This initiative invites residents to apply for assistance for community projects in Ward 1.
Reno gas prices up nearly 40 cents this week, drivers react
As the war with Iran rages on, people in Reno are feeling the biggest impacts at the pump. “It's ridiculous. I can't even afford to fill my tank no more,” Rebecca Currie said. Currie said she spent $87 to fill her car with premium fuel on Monday. Another person...
Bicyclist killed in Sparks crash identified as Reno man
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - A bicyclist killed in a crash in Sparks last week has been identified as 43-year-old Joshua Myers of Reno. The Sparks Police Department says Myers passed away from his injuries Monday afternoon. Just after 3:00 a.m. on March 3, Sparks Police, Sparks Fire and REMSA responded...
Amazon data center in Storey County begins hiring as construction gets underway
Amazon is officially hiring in Northern Nevada. The Northern Nevada Development Authority announced recently that the company has begun recruiting locally for its new data center project in Storey County. As part of that effort, Amazon will host a hiring event Monday, March 9 at Truckee Meadows Community College,...
Driver charged with DUI after hit-and-run that sent a bicyclist to the hospital
Sparks Police have identified a driver believed to be involved in a hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning. Sparks Police, Sparks Fire and REMSA responded to a report of a person lying in the roadway on Prater Way and View Street just after 3 a.m. Their investigation revealed the man had...
Reno, Nevada Weather Alert: Cold 35°F Nights Now Before 70°F Spring Warmth Wednesday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Nevada – A crisp early-morning chill lingers over Reno as the sun rises above the Sierra. Calm winds and clear skies are setting the stage for a rapid warm-up. Temperatures start the day cool across the...
Megadeth performing at the GSR this July
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Megadeth will be performing at the GSR this July. The heavy metal band will be performing at the Grand Theatre on July 18 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale this Friday and start at $44.50. Infinity Rewards members will have access to presale this...
Jamie Peek Out at City of Reno as Karma Box Controversies Deepen
Jamie Peek who worked closely with the troubled Karma Box non profit as a city of Reno employee listed as a Housing Coordinator with the Housing and Neighborhood Development Department is no longer a city employee. "Jamie Peek is no longer employed with the City of Reno,” the City of...
Investors, Take Note of Reno’s Supply Pipeline, Income Trends and Home-Ownership Costs
To the general public, Reno, Nevada, conjures up visions of casinos, nightlife, giant neon signs and vintage mid-century motels, as well as the beauty of nearby Lake Tahoe. In the multifamily investment world, the metro is drawing increased attention because of its limited incoming supply, steady population growth,...
RPD Chief, 5 other police members, placed on administrative leave
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Reno Police Department Chief Kathryn Nance and five other members of RPD have been placed on paid administrative leave after allegations of violating city policy. Several sources who reached out to KOLO 8 News Now claim that the allegations stem from issues related to training, but city officials...

















