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Couple arrested in Carson City store parking lot for fighting over and shaking child

According to the police report, two teenagers were arrested in a store parking lot in the 1900 block of N. Carson Street for engaging in a physical altercation while a two-month-old infant between them.

A 19-year-old transient man and an 18-year-old transient woman were booked on child neglect/endangerment and domestic battery first after several concerned citizens called deputies to respond to a fight. The reporting parties stated there was a man and a woman physically fighting in the parking lot and pulling an infant from each other during the fight.

Elderly Carson City woman identified in Tuesday's fatal crash on Highway 50 and Airport Road

The Nevada Highway Patrol has identified a 92-year-old Carson City woman who died in a vehicle crash Tuesday evening on Highway 50 East and Airport Road.

Nevada running back Devonte Lee plays through pain

Several obstacles couldn’t get in the way of sophomore Nevada running back Devonte Lee, not even a torn ligament in his knee.

Fitness, classic film and scary makeup: Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Sept. 3

Going into Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019, we're looking at sunshine and temperatures in the low 90s. Events around the capital city include a morning walk, evening hike and a bike ride with Muscle Powered, a scary makeup demonstration at the Brewery Arts Center and the 1946 version of "The Postman Always Rings Twice," presented by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club. Read on, there's more. Enjoy the day.

Low Medicaid rates force agency to cut day services for disabled in Carson City, Gardnerville

United Cerebral Palsy of Nevada has notified the state that it can no longer afford to offer day-habilitation services for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the Carson City and Gardnerville areas.

Carson City deputies take man into custody, woman suffers stab to neck during domestic

UPDATE MONDAY: The suspect in custody has been identified as James Bricky, 42. He was arrested for suspicion of attempted murder, domestic battery with substantial bodily harm, battery with a deadly weapon and being an ex-felon in possession of a firearm. He is being held at Carson City Jail. The victim was taken to the trauma ward at Renown Medical Center for a stab wound to the neck, and an injury to her head and was later released.
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UPDATE 7:41PM: The suspect is in custody and is being interviewed, said Carson City Sheriff's Office Sgt. Craig Lowe. The victim told deputies she was beaten, stabbed and possibly hit with a hammer. Her condition is unknown at this time.
The man was hiding inside the residence when deputies arrived on scene. Officers used a PA system to order the man out of the home. The suspect, who was covered in blood, began shouting and then came out, said Sgt. Lowe. The scene has been secured. Detectives are investigating. His name will be released Monday.
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Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies and the Carson City Fire Department responded Sunday evening to a domestic battery in the 3100 block of South Carson Street in which a female was stabbed in the neck.

Carson City Fire Department respond to injured motorcycle rider in Brunswick Canyon

UPDATE: The injured motorcycle rider was treated by Carson City Fire Department personnel and flown via Care Flight to the trauma ward at Renown Medical Center in Reno, said battalion Chief Jason Danen. His condition is unknown at this time.
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Carson City Fire Department was called Sunday afternoon to the Brunswick Canyon area for an injured motorcycle rider in the backcountry. A CareFlight helicopter was ordered and landed in the area near the patient.

Costco employee in unknown condition following crushing incident Thursday

On Thursday, first responders were dispatched to the Carson City Costco following a serious injury involving an employee who was apparently crushed by a malfunctioning steel door.

According to one customer who wished to have their name withheld from the story, they witnessed the incident while getting their receipts checked at the exit.

Scary makeup demonstration featured Sept. 3 at Brewery Arts Center

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Event Date: 
September 3, 2019 - 6:00pm

Wired Wednesday Tuesday's Talk will be Lynzie Ruecker, from Image Perspectives "The Injury Simulation People!" She will be demonstrating how to apply a wound and how to do a Zombie face.

Carson City woman arrested after allegedly strangling and pulling a gun on business partner

A 48-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 3100 block of Highway 50 E. Friday night for felony suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and domestic battery first.

Shannon Rae Atkins was arrested after deputies received a report of a battery that occurred between Atkins and her business partner.

Responders called to accident with injury in front of S. Carson restaurant, traffic blocked

Dispatch advised two vehicles were involved in an accident near the 3300 block of S. Carson Street just after 3 p.m. on Friday. Injuries were reported.

All three northbound lanes are blocked and NV Energy advised they had one of their employees directing traffic.

Sheriff's Office deputies and first responders are currently en route.

Motorists should avoid the area if possible. Traffic delays are to be expected. All traffic northbound is currently blocked as of 3:09 p.m.

Carson City arrests: Stolen license plates lead to drug arrests

Two were arrested Saturday for alleged possession of heroin for sale and other charges, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report said.

Carson City arrests: Man jailed said he used stolen Social Security number found on black market

A 41-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for felony suspicion of unlawful use of a Social Security number after the victim was informed it was already being used, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

NHP investigates Lyon County crash that killed Yerington woman

The Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle crash that killed a 20-year-old Yerington woman early Saturday morning.

Aug. 11 serves as reminder for Nevadans to call 811 before any digging project

CARSON CITY — With Aug. 11 almost here, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada hopes this date on the calendar, 8/11, will serve as a natural reminder for residents to call 811 prior to any digging project to have underground utility lines marked.

Dayton man killed in motorcycle crash on SR-207; cause of crash unknown

On Sunday, July 28, 2019, at approximately 7:58 PM, NHP Troopers were dispatched to a serious injury crash on SR-207 and Douglas County mile marker 1 involving a motorcycle.

Preliminary investigation shows that a black 2017 Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling eastbound on SR-207. For an unknown reason, the motorcycle overturned and both driver and passenger were ejected.
The driver (Carlos Esparza, a 56-year-old Dayton resident) succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at an area hospital.

NHP Case #190702321

NHP: Northern Nevada DUI strike team nets 24 arrests

The Nevada Highway Patrol, Reno Police Department, and Sparks Police Department combined resources July 26 through 28, 2019, to conduct regional DUI enforcement. Over the course of two days, the multi-agency Northern Nevada DUI Strike Team patrolled in discreetly-marked ‘ghost’ vehicles during the hours of increased impaired driving rates in an effort to detect and apprehend impaired drivers.

Carson City couple jailed for child neglect, abuse after meth found in filthy motel room

The Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team arrested a couple Saturday at a Carson City motel they had been living in for suspicion of felony child abuse/neglect and drug possession.

Carson City School Board to further discuss $5.7 million purchase of church complex after first bid rejected

Event Date: 
July 23, 2019 - 7:00pm

The Carson City School District will hold its next School Board meeting on Tuesday, July 23 in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

Nevada Lore Series: the murderous Thanksgiving Reno Rampage of Priscilla Ford

On Thanksgiving Day almost forty years ago, a mentally ill woman carried out what would today be considered a terrorist attack on the streets of Reno.

Vehicle crash with possible injuries at Highway 50 and Brown

First responders were called to a vehicle crash just before 4 p.m. on Saturday in the area of Highway 50 and Brown Streets.

One of the drivers suffered a possible head injury.

Updates to follow.

University of Nevada dormitory explosion rocks Virginia Street

UPDATE 5:00 p.m.: Officials are now calling it a “mechanical failure.” Crews continue to search the wreckage for anyone who may be trapped. All streets within a half mile of the campus are closed. Major damage is being reported at Argenta Hall; however, they believe the building was mostly unoccupied at the time of the explosion.

UPDATE 4:00 p.m.: So far, reports of 8 people were injured and two have been transferred to the hospital. All classes for the rest of the day have been cancelled.

Policy changes, debt and purchases to be discussed at Carson City School Board meeting

Event Date: 
July 9, 2019 - 6:00pm

The next Carson City School District School board meeting will be held Tuesday, July 9 in the Sierra Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William Street. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m.

First item up for discussion will be the possibility of incurring a “bonded indebtedness” on behalf of the school district in an amount not to exceed $13 million.

Fireworks prohibited in Carson City, BLM and National Forest System lands

With fire danger a threat throughout Nevada, local, state and federal agencies are reminding citizens that igniting, discharging or using fireworks is prohibited on Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service lands and within the city limits.

Carson, Douglas units called to top of Spooner for vehicle crash with possible injury

Just after 5 p.m. on Saturday, dispatch advised a vehicle crash had taken place at the top of Spooner Summit on Highway 50.

Carson City first responders were deployed alongside Douglas responders.

A possible injury was reported.

Motorists should be cautious in the area as traffic congestion is probable.

Updates to follow.

Vehicle crash on College Parkway with one reported injury, vehicles to be towed

UPDATE: As of 1:30 p.m. the street has been cleared.

UPDATE: As of 1:15 p.m. College is still partially blocked while the Sheriff’s Office removes debris from the crash. Motorists should seek alternate routes to relieve traffic congestion.

UPDATE: Just before 12:45 p.m. first responders left the scene with one patient to be transported to the hospital. The Sheriff’s Office took control of the scene.

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Just before 12:30 p.m. Friday first responders were called to a vehicle crash on College Parkway near Northgate which resulted in traffic being blocked momentarily and at least one reported injury. Two vehicles were reported needing tows as a result.

Carson City man jailed for suspicion of felony domestic battery with strangulation

A 22-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Wednesday morning for suspicion of felony domestic battery with strangulation and preventing the victim from reporting a crime, a sheriff's deputy report says.

Carson City couple jailed for suspicion of felony domestic battery after choking each other

A Carson City couple face felony domestic battery charges after each allegedly choked each other during a physical altercation, a sheriff's deputy report said.

Dayton man named in fatal crash outside Lovelock by Nevada Highway Patrol

On Thursday, June 16, 2019, at approximately 7:30 PM, NHP Troopers were dispatched to a serious injury crash on IR-80 and mile marker 91 involving a single vehicle towing a box trailer.

Rollover vehicle crash with injury reported on Southbound 580 at North Carson

Update: At 6:09 p.m. Care Flight was cancelled.

Update: As of 6:05 p.m. deputies on scene advised a possible third vehicle involved in the crash. Care Flight was scheduled to arrive at 6:20 p.m.

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Just before 6 p.m. Friday evening a rollover accident was reported on I-580 at North Carson. Injuries were reported.

The vehicle crash happened in the southbound lane of the freeway’s Carson Street exit and involved two vehicles, according to dispatch.

Care Flight was ordered soon after.

Updates to follow.

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