Motorcyclist dies after crashing into tree in South Reno
RENO, Nev. — A motorcyclist was killed Tuesday morning after crashing into a tree in south Reno. According to the Reno Police Department, the crash happened at 10 a.m. in the area of Double R Boulevard and Amston Road. They responded there after reports of a motorcycle that had collided with a tree.
The RPD is watching you: Flock cameras collect your data; critics, citing false arrests...
If you’ve driven past a Flock Safety camera in Reno in the past 30 days, footage of your vehicle and anything or anyone around it at the time is being stored in the Reno Police Department’s Flock Safety database. When then-Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance presented the Flock...
Special Weather Statement issued for much of western Nevada and eastern Sierra
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Special Weather Statement for large portions of western Nevada and the eastern Sierra. The weather statement is in effect through 5:15 p.m., as strong thunderstorms pass through the region. Wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour and half-inch hail could...
Man charged with killing kitten in San Francisco wanted after missing court appearance
A court has issued an arrest warrant for a Reno man officials accused of torturing a kitten to death inside a San Francisco bank vestibule after he failed to appear for his scheduled arraignment.
Decorating Den Interiors names Surya Supplier of the Year
EASTON, Md. — Surya was named Supplier of the Year by Decorating Den Interiors at its annual international conference and supplier market held recently in Reno, Nevada. The award, which is voted on by the company’s independent interior design business owners, is given for exceptional service as well as innovation of pr
RTC closing portion of Virginia Street
Road closures are happening on Monday night on Virginia Street through midtown from Liberty Street to Plumb Lane. It is part of RTC’s Preventative Maintenance Program.
Washoe County sheriff working active scene near Sprucewood Drive and Gerdes Avenue
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — The Washoe County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) is working an active scene in the area of Sprucewood Drive and Gerdes Avenue on Tuesday morning. WCSO has their negotiation team, as well as the Reno Police Department, the Reno Fire Department, and...
Estate auction to feature cars, items owned by son of Harrah’s founder
An estate auction for items owned by the late John Harrah will be held in Reno in August. The son of William “Bill” Harrah — founder of the Harrah’s Hotel and Casino empire — John Harrah died on May 16, 2025, after suffering a heart attack. John Harrah was described by family members as “an adventurous soul” with many
Nevada man accused of torturing kitten to death in SF wanted on arrest warrant
A Nevada man accused of violently torturing a small kitten to death inside an ATM vestibule in San Francisco is now wanted on an arrest warrant after he failed to appear in court.
Sandbag sites open across Reno, Sparks and Washoe County as flood risk rises
The National Weather Service in Reno says flash flooding is possible because of thunderstorms. Excessive runoff could lead to flooding in creeks, streams, urban areas, burn scars and areas near steep terrain. The Truckee River Flood Management Authority says sand and bags are available at several locations throughout t
