Local Students Raise Over $18,000 for Renown Children’s Hospital to Support Pediatric Care
The Wolf Pack Miracle Network, a student-led group, raised $18,054.23 for Renown Children's Hospital during the 2024-25 fundraising cycle. More than 200 students took part in the final event, including members from 12 Fraternity and Sorority Life chapters. Kappa Sigma and Kappa Alpha Theta were the top fundraising...
Local University Student Honored for Leadership in Supporting Native American Community
Tasheena Egan is a Navajo student from Arizona who now attends the University of Nevada, Reno. She originally planned to continue her education in Arizona at tribal schools. A family move to Northern Nevada changed her plans. Egan had completed her associate's degree at Tohono O'odham Community College and considered...
Nevada Diabetes Association hosts 9th annual Winter Wonderland fundraiser
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Join Nevada Diabetes Association at the 9th Annual Winter Wonderland. Tara Winkelman, director of programs and services, stopped by Morning Break to share details of the evening of seasonal cocktails paired with gourmet bites from local restaurants, bars, bakeries and distilleries at this annual...
Reno: A Love Letter to My Hometown
Reno, a city nestled in the high desert of Nevada, is a place that has captured the hearts of many of its residents. With the majestic Tahoe just over the mountains, the city offers a unique blend of desert, art, pine forests, and a close-knit community. The city's identity is deeply ingrained in its residents, with...
UNR School of the Arts Selects Local Student’s ‘Doodle Dog’ as Fall 2025 Sticker...
The University of Nevada, Reno’s School of the Arts has named Alisha Fertal as the winner of its Fall 2025 Sticker Contest. Fertal is a drawing emphasis major and art history minor. Her design, called 'Doodle Dog,' will appear on stickers distributed on campus and in School of the Arts promotions.
Reading Reno: Amber Smith writes book to help people awaken their potential
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Reno-based author, Amber Smith, is an author, women’s worth and self leadership coach, boy mom, photographer and marathoner. She stopped by Morning Break to share her book, “Flame of Worth: Awaken your potential. Ignite your infinite worth.”. Synopsis:. The Flame of Worth is a...
Reno City Council Advances Pedestrian Safety and Economic Development, Addresses Noise and Policing Challenges
At the latest Reno City Council meeting, a series of significant measures aimed at improving city life were discussed and passed, touching on everything from pedestrian safety and economic development to noise regulation, policing, and sports. The city's efforts to make streets safer for vulnerable road users took a...
Police find human remains of missing person near Northern California hiking trail
(FOX40.COM) — The remains of a man who was reported missing earlier this month were found near a Northern California hiking trail. • Video Above: What should you do if someone you love goes missing? On Friday, the Truckee Police Department announced that Gordon Simons, 62, of Truckee, was found dead. He had been...
Reno Police ask for help finding missing and endangered adult
The Reno Police Department is asking the public for help finding a missing and endangered man. Michael “Joey” Leon was last seen on Thursday, November 20, around 7 p.m. in the area of Renown Medical Center on Mill Street, according to a release from the City of Reno.
Dermody Invests in the North Valleys with Expanded Roadway
RENO, Nev. – Dermody—a diversified private equity investment management company focused exclusively on the national logistics real estate sector—is pleased to announce the completion of the Moya Boulevard extension, a roadway that improves access for employers and creates opportunity for northern Nevada’s skilled...
