RSCVA approves settlement with OSHA after 2023 employee death
RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) Board of Directors voted to approve a settlement with Nevada OSHA after an investigation into an employee death at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center in 2023. The Board of Directors agreed to pay a $101,253.60...
RTC celebrating 35th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act by offering free rides on...
They are offering the rides to celebrate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Fire crews quickly contain new fire near Golden Eagle Regional Park in Sparks
The slow-moving fire grew to only three acres before crews got it under control.
Evening forecast for July 25
Thunderstorm activity continues today through Sunday. Potential impacts include heavy downpours and flooding, strong outflows, small hail, and lightning.
Chickadee Fire burns 15 acres, air support deployed in response
RENO, Nev. — A vegetation fire has been reported with smoke visible. According to WildCAD, the fire is estimated to have spread across 15 acres. Air support has been deployed to assist in the firefighting efforts. Flight radar data indicates that one Air Attack aircraft is currently overhead, along with two Single...
From the RN&R: A worm’s eye view (yes, mine) of how ignorant we are...
In 2016, I was getting ready to interview Adam Fortunate Eagle, a resident of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Reservation who’s best known for having led the Native American occupation of Alcatraz Island from 1969-’71. I picked up his autobiography, titled Pipestone: My Life in an Indian Boarding School. Embarrassingly,...
Reno Tackles Wildfire Risks with Eco-Friendly Goat Grazing Initiative
In a bid to actively manage wildfire risks, the Reno Fire Department has turned to a herd of goats for vegetation control around the Evans Creek area. These 250 Spanish goats, provided by High Desert Graziers, began their munching duties on City-owned land on July 18, aiming to clear out cheatgrass and other dry...
Reno first responders hold realistic active shooter drills at North Valley High School
RENO, Nev. — North Valley High School recently hosted a series of active shooter scenario trainings, bringing together multiple first responder agencies to ensure coordinated efforts in the event of a real-life crisis. The training sessions, which began on Wednesday, involved the Reno Police Department, Reno Fire...
Nevada Home Catches Fire Overnight; Cause Still Under Review
Nevada Fire Department Investigates Overnight House Fire I’ll be honest—waking up to the news of a house fire just south […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Reno Fire urges water safety on World Drowning Prevention Day
RENO, Nev. — World Drowning Prevention Day is July 25, and the Reno Fire Department is urging the public to prioritize safety when engaging in water activities. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 236,000 people drown annually worldwide. Captain Greg Garman of the Reno Fire Department's Water...