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What time are the 2024 fireworks shows in Reno, Sparks, Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada?
Star-Spangled Sparks is the biggest fireworks show in Northern Nevada, with crowds estimated at 50,000 people. Lights on the Lake on Tahoe's South Shore is regularly listed as one of America's can't-miss pyrotechnic displays. ...
Small brush fire knocks out power for hundreds in south Reno
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - A small brush fire broke out in south Reno Thursday morning, knocking out power for hundreds of people in the area. The Reno Fire Department says the quarter-acre fire broke out on Huffaker Hill around 2:20 a.m. Thursday and was quickly extinguished. The blaze knocked out...
Crews investigating brush fire in south Reno
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Fire crews are investigating a one-acre brush fire in south Reno. It started in the area of Gateway and Prototype Drive and was reported around 1:30 Thursday afternoon. The Reno Fire Department is asking people who use the nearby trails to avoid the area. The cause...
Reno-Sparks Democrats and Republicans share reactions to Trump-Biden debate
Many eyes and ears were attuned Thursday night to what Northern Nevada Democrats and Republicans thought about the first 2024 debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. That’s because Washoe County is the most swing county in one of the nation’s most swing states and could decide which one returns...
Let's Have More of a Community Spirit in Our Reno Music Scene
Over the last half year, I have truly enjoyed interning with Our Town Reno as its spring music reporter. I have had the opportunity to not only improve my skills as a journalist, but to also learn more about the ever evolving music scene in Reno. Being the previous singer...
Nevada prepares to adapt as home insurance rates rise because of increased wildfire risk
From record heat in Las Vegas to fires burning 138 acres in Sparks, Nevadans statewide were reminded this month that summers are becoming longer and hotter. That reminder isn’t just in residents’ backyards like the smoke that rolls down the Sierras during August. It’s in their homes as well — more specifically, in their home insurance policies.
Controversial recount starts Sunday
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Candidate for Washoe County School Board District G At-Large post Paul White was well out of contention when election results were officially canvassed on June 21, 2024. His count was nearly 9,000 votes out of first place. But in Nevada a candidate can ask for a...
Where to celebrate the 4th of July, watch fireworks in the Reno-Sparks, Tahoe area
There's no shortage of things to do to celebrate Independence Day in the Reno-Sparks and Tahoe areas. We've put together a comprehensive list of things to do across the region for the 4th of July. Star Spangled Sparks. Where: Downtown Sparks. When: July 4. Time: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m....
Beth's Picks - Events to check out at Reno's Artown during opening week
Chris Murphy sits down with Artown's executive director Beth Macmillan to talk about some of the great events kicking off the annual months-long festival starting Monday. We will take a look at some of the best events for the upcoming week every Friday at 7 a.m. on Mornings on Fox 11 and 4 p.m. on News 4.
Motorcyclists Support Veterans at Show and Shine Event
Motorcyclists gathered at the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza at the Sparks Marina for the Show and Shine event. There was live music, food and family friendly activities. Proceeds from the event will go towards honoring veterans, educating the public about those who have served and the history of Nevada servicemembers.
Celebration of Life for Judge Larry Hicks
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - On June 27 friends, family and colleagues gathered to honor and celebrate the life of Judge Larry Hicks. Friends reflected on his character. “Its an honor to be here and celebrate a wonderful man, a wonderful father, and one of the most wonderful persons I have ever known,” says Howard McKibben, Senior United States Judge for the District of Nevada.
New App Looks to Smooth Service Delivery to Reno’s Homeless
Reno, designated as a federal tech hub last year by the Biden administration for its work in lithium batteries and electric vehicles, is directing its technological expertise toward a pervasive nationwide challenge — homelessness. City leaders recently rolled out a mobile application called DROPS, which stands for Direct Resource...
$17M mitigation deal reached between TRFMA and Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe
The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe is getting $17 million dollars for flood mitigation efforts from the Truckee River Flood Management Authority after board members approved the funding at a board meeting on Friday. Flood control is top of mind for the authority after a horrific flood in 1997 left parts...
Washoe County, state officials celebrate new federal clean car standards
RENO, Nev. — On Thursday, Washoe County and state officials celebrated new electric car standards that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) set in March, which will be implemented in phases between the years 2027 and 2032. "Not only are we saving money, keeping our money locally in Nevada and...
Campaign finance complaint filed against Robert Beadles over Washoe County recount funding
RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — A former Reno councilman has filed another campaign finance complaint against right-wing donor Robert Beadles, alleging that his payments to fund three recounts in Washoe County exceeded campaign contribution limits in Nevada law. In the filing sent to the Secretary of...
Editor’s note: Behind the scenes of this issue
This issue contains two separate articles about prisons. The cover story is about Frank De Palma, a Reno man who spent 43 years in prison—including 22 years straight in solitary confinement. These days, he’s working with a team of prison-reform experts to change state laws that govern solitary confinement, which is used with unusual frequency in Nevada.
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