OPINION: Reno finally considers actually doing something about data centers
Did you hear the one about the rancher whose horses kept escaping the corral?. After much thought and consulting experts in the field, he's considering closing the gate. Wednesday's performance by the Reno City Council reminded me of that ruminating rancher. More than a year after fumbling a chance to...
Scattered showers, breezy conditions in store for northern Nevada on Sunday
The region's showery, gusty weekend is expected to continue on Sunday. Reno's expected high comes in at 57, with a 40% chance of rain showers in the Biggest Little City. Winds are expected from the west at 15-20 mph, potentially gusting up to 30. We'll likely see rain and snow...
Guns, suspected drugs seized after Sparks Police respond to domestic battery call, authorities say
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - On Friday, April 24, at 1:48 p.m., there was a report of a domestic battery involving a female victim and her boyfriend in the 1800 block of E Street in Sparks, according to a Sparks Police news release. The caller also indicated the victim may have...
Reno police arrest suspect after gun pulled on 7-Eleven employees during theft
A man accused of stealing about $22 worth of merchandise from a Reno 7-Eleven pulled a gun on two employees during a struggle outside the store before driving away, police said. Reno police officers responded at about 2:23 p.m. April 22, 2026, to the 7-Eleven at 1680 Silverada Blvd. for...
This Nevada restaurant is famous for its incredible chicken fried steak
If you are chasing the kind of breakfast that makes you loosen your belt before noon, Peg’s Glorified Ham n Eggs on South Sierra Street deserves your attention. This downtown Reno favorite has built a loyal following with massive plates, fast-moving service, and a chicken fried steak that keeps people talking long after the last bite.
Man fatally shot near the Regional Transportation Commission 4th Street Station
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - On Friday, April 24, 2026, at 8:30 p.m., there was a fatal shooting in the 200 block of East 4th Street in Reno, according to a Reno Police Department news release. Upon arrival, police officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound, the release said.
A charming Nevada town where everyday living can feel surprisingly manageable
Carson City has a way of feeling practical without losing its personality. You get the benefits of a state capital, mountain scenery, historic streets, and everyday conveniences without the constant rush of a much larger city. Life here can feel surprisingly manageable because errands, outdoor escapes, civic life, and neighborhood...
Search warrant yields guns and suspected drugs; Sparks man faces multiple felony charges
A man is facing a long list of felony and misdemeanor charges after a reported domestic violence incident in Sparks on Friday afternoon. According to police, officers with the Sparks Police Department responded around 1:48 p.m. on April 24, 2026, to the 1800 block of E Street following a report of a domestic battery. The caller told dispatchers a woman had been assaulted...
Man Sentenced for Robbing Two Men at Reno Casinos as Hunt Continues for Tamarack...
Leshone Lee robbed two men on two separate occasions. In both cases he appeared to befriend the victims before attacking and stealing money from them. The sentencing comes just days after a Reno casino was robbed in broad daylight with the perpetrator still at large. Leshone Lee, 31, has been...
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District firefighters perform vehicle extrication
COLD SPRINGS, Nev. (KOLO) - When seconds mattered on Friday, April 24, Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District firefighters trained to safely perform a vehicle extrication, according to an agency Facebook post. In Cold Springs, firefighters were on the front lines using precision and teamwork, the Friday, April 24, post said.

















