Narcotics detectives arrest man, and confiscate guns, cash, fentanyl, meth, police said
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Regional Narcotics Unit detectives executed a search warrant at two motel rooms on South Virginia Street and arrested a 29-year-old man and seized firearms, $12,000, more than 128 grams of fentanyl and 1,765 grams of methamphetamine, according to a Thursday, March 19, Reno Police Department...
Public meeting happening Thursday for proposed Lemmon Valley Logistics Park
A public meeting is scheduled in Lemmon Valley where residents will have a chance to learn more about a proposed logistics park near Deodar Way and Arkansas Drive, just east of Swan Lake. The meeting is set for 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday at Lemmon Valley Elementary School. The...
City of Reno’s Biggest Little Egg Dive returns next week
The fourth annual Biggest Little Egg Dive is happening Saturday, March 28, at the Northwest Pool located at 2925 Apollo Way in Reno. The City of Reno says there will be two Easter egg hunts that day, with eggs filled with surprise treats hidden in and around the pools. In...
RNO to bring in outside help as board struggles continue
Reno, NEV — From the Ask Joe file: The Reno-Tahoe International Airport is dealing with some challenging leadership issues as it navigates a $1 billion expansion project. Three trustees have resigned in the month of March and airport CEO Daren Griffin stepped down in January to take accept a job out of state.
Study begins on consolidating Reno, Sparks and Truckee Meadows fire agencies
A new study is underway to examine whether the Reno Fire Department, Sparks Fire Department and Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue should be consolidated into a single agency, as leaders cite a growing community, changing weather and gaps in resources as factors driving the effort. Emergent Global Solutions, or EGS,...
One dead after Dayton shooting
One person is dead after a Thursday night shooting in the 400 block of Sheepcamp Road in Dayton. At 10:48 p.m. Thursday, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch received a 911 call reporting that a subject had been shot on Sheepcamp Road. Upon arrival Western Command patrol deputies began...
Lyon County Sheriff’s Office staffer put on leave as probe continues
A sworn employee of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office has been placed on immediate administrative leave following the launch of a criminal investigation by the Sparks Police Department. Lyon County Sheriff’s officials were first notified of the investigation on the evening of March 19. Upon receiving the report, the...
🚧 Free Sandbag Pickup Sites Across Reno, Sparks & Washoe County
Free sandbags are available across Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County to help residents prepare for flooding. Each site provides sand and bags, but you’ll need to bring your own shovel to fill them.
Ghost guns, stolen firearm and a handgun with a switch seized in bust
A significant blow has been dealt to local illicit drug distribution following a comprehensive investigation by the Regional Narcotics Unit (RNU). Authorities announced this week the arrest of 29-year-old Javonn Perkins, a suspect linked to a high-volume narcotics operation and the possession of an illegal arsenal...
Regional fire study board kicks off consolidation research with informational meeting
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) -Washoe County and the cities of Reno and Sparks invite residents to attend an informational session about a study to potentially consolidate fire services and integrate fire-based emergency medical services in the region. Nevada Senate Bill 319, passed in 2025, mandates a regional fire study board...
