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The scene of a crash on White Lake Parkway.

One dead in crash on White Lake Parkway near Cold Springs

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:29 AM PDT

By Steve Timko

It happened at about 5:36 p.m. on Friday near Cold Springs.

Entertainment

FILE - Usher performs at the 51st annual Songwriters Hall of Fame induction and awards gala at...

Usher to headline the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas

Updated: 12 hours ago

By The Associated Press

Usher is set to headline the 2024 Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII halftime show.

Sports

Reed lineman Alani Aonga hauls in a touchdown pass on a trick play as the Raiders take down...

Sept. 22 Sports Caravan

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 12:15 AM PDT

By Kurt Schroeder

Reed lineman Alani Aonga hauls in a touchdown pass on a trick play as the Raiders take down McQueen 42-7

Safety

In this photo provided by Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue , members of the Truckee Meadows Fire...

Fatal collision that killed 2 pilots brings a tragic end to the Reno air show and confounds experts

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:31 PM PDT

By SCOTT SONNER Associated Press and The Associated Press

Many are dumbfounded by the fact that such experienced pilots who’d raced their T-6 warbirds at the same site so many times couldn’t navigate trouble just seconds away from safely returning to the tarmac at Reno-Stead Airport.

Safety

Outdated headline sparks vicious online hate campaign directed at Las Vegas newspaper

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 9:38 AM PDT

By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer and The Associated Press

The rush of online hate increased exponentially early Sunday when Elon Musk sent a message to his 157 million followers: “An innocent man was murdered in cold blood while riding his bicycle. The killers joke about it on social media. Yet, where is the media outrage? Now you begin to understand the lie.”

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FILE - The Capitol is seen in Washington, Sept. 20, 2021. The federal government is heading...

The federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 9:38 AM PDT

By The Associated Press

A look at what’s ahead if the government shuts down on Oct. 1.

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Murder victim dummy helps students collect forensic evidence

Crime solving in the classroom

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:00 PM PDT

By Terri Russell

Damonte High School offers first Forensic Science 1 class in the district

Education

Lauren Stevens named director of academic advising at WNC

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:24 AM PDT

By Steve Timko

Stevens will lead a team of counselors, advisors, mentors and coordinators in student services helping current and potential students.

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UAW strike reaches Reno: Workers strike at General Motors

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 3:44 PM PDT

By Emily Benito

Local workers stepped out of work to go on strike against the Big Three car companies

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Man arrested for fleeing the scene of an accident after witness follows suspect

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:59 AM PDT

By KOLO News Staff

It happened around 5:30 a.m. Friday at 21st Street.

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RPD issues comment over arrest of man who filmed officer

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:04 AM PDT

By Kevin Sheridan

The Reno Police Department is responding to an incident in which an officer arrested a man who was filming them.

Crime

Las Vegas man pleads guilty after allegedly posing as casino owner to steal $1M

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 3:50 PM PDT

By C.C. McCandless

A man accused of posing as the owner of the Circa Resort and Casino in downtown Las Vegas and convincing employees to give him more than $1 million in cash has agreed to a plea agreement.

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The arrivals and departures signs at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

Reno Tahoe International Airport introduces new flight to southern California

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:51 AM PDT

By Kevin Sheridan

The Reno Tahoe International Airport is introducing a new airline and flight to southern California.

Fire

Red Canyon Fire now 100% contained

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 8:43 AM PDT

By Kevin Sheridan

A wildfire has broken out in the Pine Nut Mountains near Smith Valley, prompting a response by multiple agencies.

Crime

Hug High special ed teacher arrested for alleged child prostitution solicitation

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 4:27 PM PDT

By Steve Timko

The Washoe County School District announced the arrest of Ryley N. Coker, 32, saying he came under investigation after allegedly soliciting a child for prostitution.

Traffic

Delays expected as NDOT resurfaces bridges on Geiger Grade

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:58 PM PDT

By Kevin Sheridan

Lane closures and traffic delays are expected as the Nevada Department of Transportation will resurface bridges on Geiger Grade.

Morning Break

Sierra Nevada Ballet ushers in spooky season with “Dracula”

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:05 AM PDT

By Katey Roshetko

Shows take place Friday, Oct. 6 in Carson City and Saturday, Oct. 7 in Reno.

Politics

Nearly $1 million to help homeless Reno vets secured

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:29 AM PDT

By Kevin Sheridan

Nearly $1 million to help Reno veterans and their families find housing will go towards the City of Reno

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Learn how to country dance from one of the best in Reno at Ferrari Farm’s September barn dance

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:09 AM PDT

By Katey Roshetko

The 26th annual Fall Festival at Ferrari Festival returns Saturday, Sept. 30.

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HB1 was passed with a goal to address issues with foster care and adoption processes in Kentucky.

Nevada looking to train foster parents from rural counties

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:19 AM PDT

By Kevin Sheridan

A program looking to train prospective foster parents has been scheduled for this October.

Morning Break

Nevada arts publication, “Double Scoop,” to host first-ever Scoop Fest

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:11 AM PDT

By Katey Roshetko

The arts festival takes place Saturday, Sept. 23 from 12-4 p.m. at the Holland Project.

Environment

City of Reno offering discounted trees to residents

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:38 AM PDT

By Kevin Sheridan

The City of Reno is offering 300 discounted trees to residents through ReLEAF Reno

State

2 Las Vegas teens accused in bicyclist’s hit-and-run death appear in court Thursday

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 11:15 AM PDT

By Elaine Emerson

Two teens accused of intentionally hitting and killing a Las Vegas bicyclist with a stolen car will appear in court Thursday to face murder charges as adults.

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