Reno City Manager Jackie Bryant announced in a press conference this week that Police Chief Kathryn Nance and Assistant Chiefs Oliver Miller and Anthony Elges were fired. Acting Chief Corey Solferino has been selected to lead the department in the interim. Bryant refused to answer further questions about the firings. … [Read more...]
Board extends the North Lake Tahoe Economic Development Incentive Program
KINGS BEACH, Calif. -- The Placer County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a five-year extension of the county’s North Lake Tahoe Economic Development Incentive Program, continuing efforts to support revitalization and investment in the Placer County portion of the Lake Tahoe Basin through June 30, 2031.Originally established nine years ago, the program was designed to … [Read more...]
University graduation ceremonies set
The University of Nevada, Reno will hold five in-person ceremonies on the University Quad from Thursday through Saturday, May 14-16, to confer 3,041 degrees, including 2,291 bachelor’s degrees and 750 master’s and doctoral degrees. University graduates and their families are encouraged to join the Commencement conversation online by using the hashtags #NVGrad2026, … [Read more...]
Another swarm of quakes rattle Sparks area
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake rattled an area near Silver Springs Wednesday. It was felt in the greater Sparks area and followed up with at least four notable tremors ranging from 2.6 to 4.8 magnitude. The swarm struck at 10.23 a.m. It was in an area that has seen increased seismic activity. Read more here. County officials say anyone who felt the shaking … [Read more...]
Monday’s Quake: 5.7
The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake in Silver Springs, NV, on Monday was measured at magnitude 5.7. The quake occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometers. It was felt as far away as Fallon. No significant damage has been reported, but residents were warned to be prepared for possible aftershocks. … [Read more...]
Sparks man to head Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Today, Governor Joe Lombardo announced the appointment of Vinson Guthreau as the new Director of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Mr. Guthreau will succeed current Director James Settelmeyer, whose last day at the agency is March 27, 2026. “As the outgoing Executive Director of the Nevada Association of Counties, Vinson has shown outstanding … [Read more...]
Humm named Director of Office of Energy
Today, Governor Joe Lombardo announced the appointment of James Humm as the Director of the Nevada Governor’s Office of Energy. "James has made substantial strides in Nevada's cannabis industry, showcasing his leadership in establishing a regulatory framework that prioritizes public safety while bolstering state revenue," said Governor Joe Lombardo. “His … [Read more...]
Trailblazer Sue Wagner dies at 86
The first woman elected lieutenant governor in Nevada, Sue Wagner, has died at the age of 86. In the mid-1970s through the 80s, Wagner served on the Nevada Legislature. In 1990, she became Nevada’s 30th Lieutenant Governor. Gov. Joe Lombardo issued an order Wednesday morning to lower flags statewide in honor of Sue Wagner. U.S. flags and State of Nevada flags … [Read more...]