Man fatally shot outside Sparks house party
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - A 20-year-old Sparks man was killed and a 15-year-old female was shot after a disturbance began outside of a house party on Sunday, Sept. 21, at 1:01 a.m., according to the Sparks Police Department. Police arrived after its ShotSpotter system flagged the firing in the 1400...
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office to host community picnic Sept. 27 in Incline Village
The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is inviting residents and visitors to the annual Incline Community Picnic on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Aspen Grove and Village Green in Incline Village. This free, family-friendly event offers complimentary hot dogs and hamburgers, providing an opportunity for...
Juvenile drivers crash in Incline Village
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. (KOLO) - Two juveniles were released to their parents on Wednesday, Sept. 17, after the motorcycle driver crashed into the passenger’s side door of a Subaru at Village Parkway and Alder Avenue in Incline Village, according to a Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Facebook post. The...
Reno City Council Approves Park Path Rehabilitation, Addresses Liability Insurance and Fiscal Challenges
Reno City Council's latest meeting rifled through a gamut of decisions, lining pockets for park improvements, tying up the city’s financial loose ends with insurance coverage, and tossing around the future of old treasures and new developments within city walls. In a nod to Canyon Creek’s worn paths, a hefty $164,149...
EmployNV offers various upcoming events for job seekers
EmployNV is inviting job seekers in Northern Nevada to several upcoming events. These events will offer tips on resumes, job search strategies and interview practices. The scheduled events include locations in Reno, Sparks and Carson City. In Reno, Trivium Packaging will hire for multiple manufacturing positions on...
Nevada Red Cross preps to deploy in aftermath of Humberto
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Red Cross of Northern Nevada says it is ready to deploy to assist those affected by Hurricane Humberto. Humberto formed in the Atlantic Ocean and is expected to strengthen over the weekend and become a major hurricane. Current forecasts show the greatest likelihood of landfall...
Sparks Martial Arts Professor accused of lewdness with a child under 14
Last week, the Sparks Police Department arrested a local martial arts professor for lewdness with a child under 14. 84-year-old Herbert LaGue remains in custody after multiple court appearances. We are not able to get the probable cause documents because they are sealed. LaGue's bail was originally set at $20,000,...
Wreck on I80 near Vista Boulevard impacting traffic
SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - An injury crash on Interstate 80 eastbound east of Vista Boulevard in Sparks is impacting traffic, according to the Nevada Department of Public Safety. The incident happened at 6:08 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25.
When Fortune Called: America’s 15 Craziest Boomtown Stories
Throughout American history, numerous towns have experienced rapid and dramatic growth, often due to the sudden discovery of valuable resources like gold, silver, or oil. These boomtowns attracted thousands seeking fortune, only to fade away as quickly as they rose. Their stories offer a glimpse into the nation’s...
Boil water order in place at Carson City apartment complex
A boil water order is in place for the Terrace Garden Apartments on E. Fifth Street in Carson City after E. coli was detected in the water supplied by a private well, city and state officials confirmed Friday. “This apartment complex is serviced by a private well that has tested...

















