City of Reno, RPD leaders mourn Detective
The City of Reno and the Reno Police Department are mourning the loss of Detective Thomas Lopey, who served the department for nearly 13 years and was known for his dedication, leadership, and mentorship. Lopey also served four years in the U.S. Army as an infantry mortarman, deploying in support...
Apprenticeship program trains teachers of the future
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - It is near lunchtime here at Alice Smith Elementary School. This kindergarten class is busy with projects they seem excited about. Near the classroom door is Rashael Golgart. While she looks like the teacher. She is instead a NV Forward Teacher Apprentice. The two-year program places...
Bridge repairs require overnight ramp and lane closures in Reno
If you've been driving around on the freeway at night, you might have noticed some ramp and lane closures. Officials say a total of 11 bridges will be worked on in this project throughout the Reno and Sparks area. The ramp and lane closures will be happening on weeknights from...
Downtown Reno bridge project enters final phase as crews finish corridor improvements
UPDATE - MAY 27:. Construction on the Arlington Avenue Bridges Project remains on schedule for completion in early June. According to Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County (RTC), in an online post, crews are wrapping up final improvements throughout the corridor, including intersection work at Arlington A
Reno Fire Department to unveil new aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle
The Reno Fire Department, in partnership with the Reno Tahoe Airport Authority, will unveil a new Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting vehicle on Wednesday, May 27, during a ceremony hosted by the City of Reno Fire Department. The new Rosenbauer Panther ARFF Class 4 vehicle will replace a 2004 Titan...
Traffic stop investigation in Reno leads to fentanyl seizure, Washoe deputies say
A man was arrested after a traffic stop led to a fentanyl seizure, according to the Washoe County Sheriff's Office (WCSO). Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Northern Nevada Drug Task Force detectives, assisted by their K9 Unit and the Regional Narcotics Unit, recently seized approximately 351 grams of fentanyl following a
What Keeps Families Returning to This Historic Spark NV Beer Spot
🕒: Mon-Thu: 11:00AM – 9:00PM; Fri-Sat: 11:00AM – 10:00PM; Sun: 11:00AM – 8:00PM. The evening foot traffic along the lively Victorian Square promenade naturally drifts directly into the brick entryway of Great Basin Brewing Company. This 846 Victorian Avenue location completely eliminates the sterile, predictable layout
Rider hurt in Paydirt Bicycle Race in Carson City, flown to Reno for treatment
A participant is recovering in the hospital after getting hurt in last weekend's Paydirt Bicycle Race in the Carson City area. The sheriff's office says search and rescue found the unidentified cyclist "seriously injured and in shock" on Saturday. After Douglas County Search and Rescue arrived, the rider was flown...
Sierra Tap House celebrates 20th anniversary as a Reno Riverwalk business
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Located on the Truckee River, Sierra Tap House (253 W 1st Street, Reno), is celebrating staying in business through the economic ups and downs of the last 20 years. KOLO 8’s Jayde Ryan stopped by the the Reno Riverwalk restaurant and spoke with owner, Michael Connolly,...
Spring storm to bring wind, rain, and snow to Truckee-Tahoe
TRUCKEE/TAHOE, calif. / Nev. – Warm spring weather across the Truckee-Tahoe region will take a brief pause this week as a fast-moving storm system brings wind, precipitation, and cooler temperatures through Thursday. A Lake Wind Advisory was in effect for Lake Tahoe through 2 p.m. Tuesday, with wind gusts...
