Sunny Sunday ahead with lighter winds; Reno, Tahoe could tie or break more records
The record warmth continued on Saturday as both Reno and South Lake Tahoe reached new daily highs. Reno maxed out at 81 degrees, breaking the previous record of 80 degrees set back in 2004. South Lake Tahoe maxed out at 70 degrees, breaking the previous 1997 record of 68 degrees.
Deadly shooting investigation underway in Sun Valley
A man is dead after a shooting on Sun Valley Boulevard on Sunday night. Deputies initially responded to a call for a battery with a deadly weapon between the driver of a car and a motorcyclist. When they arrived on scene, they found a man with a gunshot wound. He...
Officials celebrate recovery of iconic American lake as water levels surge by billions of...
The force behind the sudden, welcome flood was a series of winter storms that hit the region. Officials celebrate recovery of iconic American lake as water levels surge by billions of gallons first appeared on The Cool Down .
Driver arrested after shots fired in road rage incident on Interstate 80
One person was arrested after an early morning road rage shooting Saturday on Interstate 80 in Sparks. According to Nevada State Police, the incident occurred shortly after 5 a.m. on eastbound Interstate 80, just west of USA Parkway. Gunshots struck the victim’s car, but the driver remained unharmed. Clancey...
Nevada State Railroad Museum hosts Easter celebration April 4-5
The Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City will host its annual Eggstravaganza on April 4 and April 5, offering two days of family-friendly Easter festivities, train rides, live entertainment and hands-on activities, according to a news release. “Taking place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day, the event...
USBC: Ohio bowler celebrates 50 years at Open
RENO, Nev. – Making his 50th appearance at the United States Bowling Congress Open Championships last week, Rusty Groner of Elyria, Ohio, walked down the famed center aisle at the National Bowling Stadium alongside his friend and longtime teammate Joseph Gummo. The 72-year-old was presented with a plaque, chevron...
Slight gain in Sierra Valley groundwater
Directors of the Sierra Valley Groundwater Management District discussed an annual groundwater sustainability report when they met March 16. Also on the agenda were grant opportunities and approval of two $60,000 recharge land-lease agreements. Sustainability report shows increase. Gus Tolley, project hydrogeologist,...
11 Nevada Steakhouses Where the Old-School Atmosphere Still Does Half the Work
Nevada has a way of making a good steak feel like a full experience. From the neon glow of Las Vegas to the mountain air of Reno, the state is home to steakhouses that have been feeding hungry guests for decades. Some of these spots are tucked inside casinos, others...
Locked and loaded: Jackyl brings their head-banging yet blues-y songs to Cargo Concert Hall
Chainsaw-wielding ’90s rockers Jackyl are heading to Reno for another stop on their never-ending tour. Yes, I said chainsaw-wielding. Jackyl’s top hit “The Lumberjack” may be the first, and only, song to feature a chainsaw solo. Gimmicks aside, Jackyl’s self-titled debut album established the group as a serious...
Heavy police presence reported near Rainbow Market in Sun Valley, roads closed
The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is on scene of an incident in Sun Valley near the Rainbow Market. Drivers are urged to avoid the Clear Acre Lane area Sunday night as deputies investigated an incident that prompted lane restrictions and a partial closure. Clear Acre Lane remains partially closed between...
