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Joseph Ernst Starts Job as Washoe County School District Superintendent
The new Washoe County School District superintendent, Joseph Ernst, officially started in his new position this week. The Washoe County School District shared this picture on its X page:. --- May 28:. The Washoe County School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved a contract for the district's new superintendent, Joseph...
Man dies nearly a month after being hit by car in northern Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A 52-year-old man died Thursday, almost a month after being struck by a car in the northern valley. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the crash occurred on North Martin Luther King Boulevard, south of West Lake Mead Boulevard, around 9:38 p.m. An...
Las Vegas students hit jackpot with new internships at Blackstone and Startup Vegas
The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance partnered with "Blackstone Launchpad" and "Startup Vegas" to offer internships to college students. Heather Brown, the senior vice president of entrepreneurial development at LVGEA joined us now to talk more about it.
City of Yerington urges water conservation amid heat wave
YERINGTON, Nev. (KOLO) - The City of Yerington is urging residents to conserve water amid a prolonged heat wave to relieve pressure on the municipal water production system. They say the heat has caused a spike in the demand for water. The city has already reduced municipal watering on parks...
Vegas Golden Knights hosting 2024 Golf Classic in September
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Vegas Golden Knights are once again hosting a golf classic. This year's tournament is scheduled for Tuesday, September 3 at the Wynn Golf Club. Proceeds from the tournament will benefits Las Vegas-based organizations through the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation. Tickets are limited and will...
Goodwill® of Southern Nevada Spreads Mid-Year Cheer With Fourth Annual Christmas in July Family Shopping Spree
Goodwill of Southern Nevada (Goodwill®), along with the North Las Vegas Fire Department and North Las Vegas Police Department, held their fourth annual Christmas in July Family Shopping Spree at the Goodwill Lake Mead Thrift Store in North Las Vegas. Kids and families served by Children’s Advocacy Alliance, Foster Kinship, and FEAT Families for Effective Autism Treatment each received a $100 Goodwill gift card for their mid-year holiday-themed shopping experience.
Reno Improv hosts “The Edgar Allan Poe Experience” for Artown
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Reno Improv presents a novel interpretation of Edgar Allan Poe’s most recognized stories. Actors will bring Poe’s literary works to life using a blend of spoken word, silent acting and improvised movement art. Matthew Highground and Rebecca Devine stopped by Morning Break to encourage...
Views from Above Reno's University Area and Downtown Development Projects
Downtown construction projects and the University of Reno, Nevada’s ongoing expansion into surrounding neighborhoods have left little room for lower income residents and small businesses, who feel increasingly pushed out by soaring costs. For the past 15 years, three streets east of UNR’s campus on the corner of Denslowe...
Crews quickly knock down brush fire near WinCo in north Reno
Crews quickly knocked down a brush fire near WinCo on Monday afternoon. The fire broke out on the side of the N. McCarran Blvd. off-ramp just before 2:30 p.m. on July 15. Officials say the fire burned less than an acre. The official cause is under investigation, but the fire started in an area with a large amount of homeless camps.
Buzz and bloom: Sierra Nevada Lavender & Honey Festival delights again
RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — The 6th annual Sierra Nevada Lavender & Honey Festival drew crowds of locals and visitors to Idlewild Park on Sunday. The event had over 120 vendors showcasing local products, artisanal goods and food. New this year was a lavender advice booth run by the newly formed Great Basin Lavender Association, and a honey tasting station offering samples from various festival vendors.
User error or malfunction? Millions question what happened in Tesla hit-and-run crash
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — After a video of a Jeep crashing head-on into a Tesla on a mountain road outside of Las Vegas received 13 million views on a News 3 reporter's social media account, a big question remains about why the Tesla accelerated forward after the impact. The...
Utah teenager who disappeared in Mexico City found unharmed; FBI arrests her uncle
The American 14-year-old teenager who had disappeared in Mexico City last week, Elizabeth González, was found unharmed in another state, the FBI announced. Authorities added that an uncle of hers has been arrested in relation to the case on kidnapping charges. 31-year-old Antonio Moreno, who also lives in Utah, traveled to Mexico with González and his two daughters.
Freed's Bakery teams up with charity to cook up sweet deals for local families
Las Vegas (KSNV) — Freed's Bakery and Help of Southern Nevada are teaming up for a sweet fundraiser. You can get some delicious cupcakes and help local families become self-sufficient!. Abby Quinn, the chief community relations officer for Help of Southern Nevada, joined us in studio with how it...
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