Washoe County judge dismisses lawsuit over slain Reno woman, citing wrong defendant named
A Washoe County judge has dismissed the lawsuit filed by the family of slain Reno woman Hailey Nieto, bringing an end to the civil case that accused a jail communication company of failing to intervene when inmate Zachary Tonnochy sent violent threats before her death. The lawsuit, filed in November...
Human Remains Found Near Rapids in Remote Nevada Canyon Believed to Be 52-Year-Old Kayaker...
Authorities in Nevada say human remains found near the Carson River may belong to a kayaker who vanished in 2023. On Friday, Dec. 5, members of the Carson City Sheriff’s Office discovered the remains near Trainwreck Rapids in Brunswick Canyon, according to local outlets including News4 and the Reno Gazette Journal....
Reno city council to consider $1.9M contract for drone-as-first-responder program
The Reno City Council is scheduled to discuss and potentially vote on a public safety technology proposal during its meeting on Wednesday. The city of Reno could enter a six-year contract on behalf of the Reno Police Department and Motorola Solutions for the BRINC MSI Take Off Program, a Drone as a First Responder...
Sparks City Council moving forward with increase in sewage fees
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - The Sparks City Council is moving forward with an increase in sewage fees. Under the proposal, rates would increase 6% next year, as well as 5% annually from 2027 to 2030, and 4% in 2031. This would be the first increase in seven years. The city...
Sparks City Council floats cutting portion of Prater to one lane
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - Members of the Sparks City Council are considering plans to reduce portions of Prater Way in an effort to create a safer roadway. The project would take place from Pyramid Way to Probasco Way and extend the road diet concept already in place west of Pyramid Way on Prater.
Reno South Meadows Apartment Residents Receive Letter for Worsening Trash Situation
Amid what seems to be an increasingly hazardous situation, a notice residents at the South Peak by Vintage apartments at 1205 S Meadows Parkway just received has a list for “trash disposal requirements,” asking all trash to be placed inside garbage bins, no oversized items being permitted, and no excessive trash.
DEVO Announce Spring 2026 U.S. Tour Dates
Today, the legendary post-punk band DEVO has announced their 2026 tour, Mutate, Don’t Stagnate, will be kicking off just ahead of their highly anticipated Coachella appearance. Known for their pioneering sound, groundbreaking visuals and genre-defying style, DEVO will bring an immersive live experience to fans across...
Adrenaline-pumping Nitro Circus returns to the Reno Events Center
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The 2025 Nitro Circus Off the Rails Tour comes to Reno Wednesday, Dec. 10. The event features jaw-dropping stunts, top-tier athletes and unstoppable energy that will wow fans of all ages. KOLO 8’s Hana Altenburg spoke with FMX sensation Adam Jones about his career from starting...
Warm December weather impacts
The warm weather has stuck around for another day. And while some people are loving it -- the lack of snow-- has others wishing for more.
David and Gayle Woodruff present “You’ll Never Escape the Fruitcake”
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Join David and Gayle Woodruff at the National Automobile Museum this weekend for a look back at the history of our most popular holiday traditions. You’ll Never Escape the Fruitcake dives into why we visit Santa Claus, the origins of Christmas trees and a look at the very real Fruitcake Festival...
