City of Reno approves new 99-year lease for Sky Tavern
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The City of Reno has approved a new 99-year lease for Sky Tavern. The approval of the lease was made during a Wednesday meeting of the Reno City Council and extends the lease through Halloween of 2118. Sky Tavern will continue to lease the property for...
Pilot emergency landing on I-80, experts say training was key
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - A pilot made an emergency landing on Interstate 80 Thursday morning, and a retired FAA inspector and aircraft mechanic says it is too early to say weather caused the incident. Heavy rain and low clouds were reported in the area at the time of the landing.
Big rig folds in minor crash on Interstate 80, CHP warns of weather conditions
(FOX40.COM) — The California Highway Patrol reported a big rig “jackknifed” on Interstate 80 due to rainy weather conditions. According to a social media news release from CHP, the incident occurred westbound I-80 near Floriston at 9 a.m. Thursday. The driver of the vehicle sustained minor injuries. All lanes remain open, and traffic is not […]
Reno City Council approves updated Axon contract after lengthy public feedback
After a lengthy debate on Wednesday, the Reno City Council voted in favor of an expanded contract with Axon Enterprise for new police technology, including automated license plate readers. The vote was 5-2, with Mayor Hillary Schieve and Councilwoman Meghan Ebert opposing the measure. The decision came after several hours...
Three arrested in Reno duplex squatting case; all booked into Washoe County Jail
A drone aided in the arrest of three people who were allegedly unlawfully occupying a vacant home, according to the Reno Police Department. Authorities say the suspects were arrested on Oct. 15. for unlawfully occupying a for-sale duplex in the 400 block of Vine Street. The property owner reported unauthorized...
Grand opening of Paris Baguette in Reno pushed back due to power upgrade delays
The wildfires this past summer are still impacting businesses on the other side of town. The Paris Baguette location in Reno was supposed to be open by now, but NV Energy told the owner its resources are stretched thin fixing infrastructure in the North Valleys. That's put projects like his power upgrade on hold.
Kickoff time announced for UCLA and Nevada’s Halloween clash
The UCLA Bruins knew that they’d be spending their Halloween facing off against Nevada in a nonconference showdown but UCLA discovered earlier this week that they’ll be done in time to trick-or-treat. UCLA and the Big Ten Conference announced that the game will kick off at 1:15p.m. and will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network. The Halloween slate is set 👻 pic.twitter.com/ZVXWtWbhk0 — Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) October 19, 2026 Everyone involved should be happy for the afternoon game at the
NV Energy reports 8,000-plus customers without power
More than 8,000 NV Energy customers are without power in parts of Sparks and Reno, according to outage information from the utility company. NV Energy reports that 5,789 customers are affected in the 89431 ZIP code, which covers portions of Sparks, while another 2,295 customers are experiencing outages in the 89512 ZIP code in Reno.
Pyramid Way in Sparks repaved and reconstructed ahead of schedule
The Nevada Department of Transportation has completed construction on a project to repave and reconstruct Pyramid Way in Sparks from Victorian Avenue to York Way. The project was originally scheduled to complete in early 2027 but was finished five months ahead of schedule after starting in February. Between two and...
“Water for Elephants” brings the circus to the stage at the Pioneer Center
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - As part of their Broadway Comes to Reno program, the Pioneer Center for Performing Arts, “Water for Elephants” is now playing this week. Based on the acclaimed bestselling novel, this show is takes audiences behind the scenes of a circus troupe fighting to survive.
