Kenny Furlong

The League of Women Voters will host a number of election forums during the month of October at the Brewery Arts Performance Hall in Carson City.

Members of the Carson City community gathered Tuesday evening at the September 11 Memorial in Mills Park outside the Pavillion to remember those who lost their lives in the 2001 terrorist attacks and to offer prayers and hope.

With daily news reports of gang shootouts and knifings in cities all across America, I thought it would be good time to update our community on where Carson City stands when it comes to dealing with local gang issues. As we all know, growth brings challenges and sometimes those challenges include attracting those less than savory characters causing discomfort in an otherwise sedate and perceivably safe community.

Despite smoke-filled skies from regional wildfires, the 2018 Carson City National Night Out held Tuesday night at Mills Park generated a crowd of several thousand and likely matched last year's record crowd, organizers said.

The 16th annual National Night Out, or as some like to call it, “Crime’s Going Away Party,” was held Tuesday evening in Mills Park and an excellent time was had by law enforcement and the public alike, demonstrating their commitment to the partnership between the community and law enforcement agencies.

May is national mental health month, and it is focused on raising awareness about eliminating the stigma that surrounds mental illness. Our nation is facing a widespread mental health crisis, and Northern Nevada is one of the hardest hit areas.

Residents and businesses in Nevada’s state capital can show support for Carson City sheriff’s deputies and all law enforcement this spring by shining a blue porch light, Mayor Bob Crowell said Tuesday.

Carson’s Got Talent, a talent show featuring performers from Reno, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Douglas County, Dayton and Yerington, lifted the audience Saturday while raising money for the Carson City Meals On Wheels program.

Carson’s Got Talent, a talent show featuring performers from Reno, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Douglas County, Dayton and Yerington, hits the stage at the Bob Boldrick Theater in Carson City Saturday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m.

CARSON CITY — Carson’s Got Talent, an evening extravaganza of regional talent at the Bob Boldrick Theater, April 14 at 6:30 p.m., announced its panel of celebrity judges this week.

If you know where to look, every day is National something-or-other day. Today gets pancakes, and the International House of Pancakes is celebrating accordingly with a free short stack. It is a fundraiser for the Children’s Medical Network, so leave something for the organization in addition to the tip. CASA, Court-appointed Special Advocates, is always looking for more volunteers to stand up for children. Join them for coffee and find out more about this great organization.

With the recent school shooting in Florida, the timing of the next Carson City Chamber Soup’s On! luncheon scheduled at the Gold Dust West on Feb. 27 at 11:30 a.m. couldn’t be timelier.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office held its 2017 member recognition awards Wednesday honoring sworn employees, volunteers and civilians. Nominations were put forth by members of Carson City Sheriff’s Office and the selection committee was made up of last years winners.

UPDATE 10:59PM: Suspect Kyle Steele turned himself in late Monday night at the sheriff's office administration building, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. Both suspects are now in custody.
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UPDATE 5:54PM: One of the two suspects in an Oregon homicide late Saturday, Tevin Lafond of Carson City, is in Lyon County custody, according to Sheriff Ken Furlong. Suspect Kyle Steele remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.
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Two men from Carson City believed to be connected to a homicide in Oregon are being sought by Washoe Tribal Police and Oregon authorities, with Carson City Sheriff's Office SWAT team providing backup.

On Saturday, August 19th, CASI hosted our annual Woofs, Wine and Whiskers, and we would like to thank the wonderful businesses and individuals who donated their products, time and skills to help CASI put on another great event.

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Merchants and residents who value the risky work of police and sheriff’s deputies can show their support in a new city program to shine blue lights as a beacon to officers and tribute to those who died in the line of duty, city officials said.

Carson City Sheriff Kenny Furlong said the murder of a five police officers in Dallas will weigh heavily on the minds of every police officer in the nation, not just in Dallas.“The circumstances where ...

During the week of November 16-20, Bordewich Bray Elementary had a Fall Reading Week to promote literacy in the home, at school, and in the workplace. Mrs. Michele Cacioppo’s kindergarten class named their week “Read to Succeed” week.

Update 7:40 p.m.: Sheriff Kenny Furlong reports that the fire has been extinguished, and was contained to the vehicle. About 20 gallons of fuel was spilled on the ground as a result, and that environmental officials have been contacted. No one was injured.

Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell, Sheriff Kenny Furlong, city supervisors Karen Abowd and Lori Bagwell and others rode their bikes around the west side of Carson City this morning to kick off Bike Month 2015, sponsored by Muscle Powered Carson City.

WEDNESDAY 5:30PM: This story has been updated. Go here for the latest update, which includes the charges filed against suspect Jordan Webber in Tuesday's domestic battery at a Dori Way home.
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UPDATE 1:05PM: A 22-year-old Carson City man faces felony charges after he allegedly beat a pregnant woman with a rock, released a pit bull on responding officers and then stabbed himself in the neck. The victim in the battery was being treated for non life-threatening injuries, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

The suspect, Jordan Webber, was flown by Care Flight to Renown Medical Center in Reno. He was to appear in Carson City court today on domestic battery charges, said Furlong. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office responded Tuesday morning, 11:25 a.m. to a report of a violent domestic battery actively taking place at the 2300 block of Dori Way in northeast Carson City.

The hysterical reporting female informed dispatchers that a man was attacking a pregnant female with a knife. She believed the victim was being stabbed repeatedly and her throat had been “slit” in the back yard of the residence.

UDPATE: 7:45PM: Two suspects are in custody following a law enforcement operation that began with a burglary Thursday in Washoe City. The suspects are believed to be connected to a string of dozens of burglaries spread over three counties. Go here for the video press briefing from Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
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Update 6:45 p.m.: Suspect wasn't found in the residence, and the scene is secure.

Update 6:21 p.m: SWAT is inside the residence, checking in the crawl space for the suspect.

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Update 6:02 p.m.: SWAT team just used flash bang devices and tear gas in the residence of the suspect. Deputies on the scene have reason to believe suspect may have a cache of stolen weapons.

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Traffic on Corbett Street between Roop and Stewart has been blocked by Carson City Sheriff's deputies who are trying to apprehend a crime suspect.

Deputies are currently trying to evacuate two apartment complexes that are near where they think the suspect is holed up.

Carson City Sheriff Kenny Furlong emailed the following statement:

Major activity in Carson City a result of a reported burglary. Agencies involved include Washoe, Carson, and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office’s.

Over 30 officers dispersed over numerous locations in Washoe City and at least 4 locations in Carson City.

This is on-going with few details immediately releasable.

We will have more details as they become available.

Carson City Sheriff Kenny Furlong reminds is this weeks guest on It's Your City. Furlong discusses safe driving on the roads this fall and winter, especially with the holiday season approaching.

Furlong also discusses continued officer presence in schools to continue to provide safe environment as well as crime prevention during the holiday period.

9 p.m.: Results for contested local races. Carson City results are final. Still awaiting results from Washoe and other counties for Assembly and Senate races.

Carson City Sheriff

Kenny Furlong - 5,320 (60.37 percent*)

Daniel Gonzales - 1,907

Don Gibson - 1,496

Lorne Houle - 90

*Any candidate who receives more than 51 percent is automatically elected.

Nevada Assembly District 40 Republican Primary

PK O'Neill - 3,445 (59.3 percent)
Jed Block - 2,364 (40.70 percent)

Nevada Assembly District 39 Republican Primary

Jim Wheeler - 5,070 (62.73 percent)

Robin Reedy - 3,012 (37.27 percent)

Nevada Senate District 16 Republican Primary

Ben Kieckhefer - 8,133 (66.72 percent)

Gary Schmidt - 4,057 (33.28 percent)

At the general meeting and finial candidates forum held on April 24, 2014, held at Silver State High School, the members of the committee voted to endorse the following Republican candidates for 2014 elections.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit hosted a group of students from the Gifted and Academically Talented Education program from the Carson City School District Wednesday at the Fuji Park Pavilion.

Twenty-seven 6th and 7th grade students from Eagle Valley and Carson Middle Schools spent the day with the K9 Unit learning how the dogs work in drug detection, patrol work, and tracking. Demonstrations were done with the dogs and their handlers giving the students first hand experience at just what the teams are capable of.

On Monday morning, Sheriff Kenny Furlong walked across the court house parking lot and filed for re-election of the position he’s held for the last 11 years. Kenny and Undersheriff Steve Albertsen expressed their enthusiasm, not only for the community wide accomplishments that have been witnessed, but also for the positive direction that Carson City appears to be headed.

The Carson City Republican Central Committee will hold a candidate forum Feb. 27., 6:30 p.m. at Silver State High School, 788 Fairview Dr. Carson City.

Featured at the forum will be declared Candidates for:

This story has been updated. Go here for the followup story.

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UPDATE: Here's the latest update from Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong: At approximately 5:15 p.m., the Carson City Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Butti Way and Airport Road on a report of an adult male in the area bleeding heavily. 

This developing story has been updated. Go here for the latest.

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Carson City Sheriff deputies are searching for a suspect wanted in connection to a shooting in the 2800 block of Carmine Street that left one person dead and another injured.

Deputies are looking for Michael Dylan Brentlinger, 22. The suspect is thought to be driving a white 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier NV/948XAT, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office. The RAVEN helicopter from Washoe County has been called in to help with the search.

Update: The search for the suspect has moved back to Carson City. Earlier reports of the suspect being at large in Douglas County were due to a mistaken phone number that deputies were tracking. If you see the suspect or the vehicle call 911.

According to Sheriff Kenny Furlong, Brentlinger allegedly shot his girlfriend in the face, and killed the girl's father during a "massive fight" at the residence on Carmine between Nichols and Bunch Way early this morning. Brentlinger was recently in custody at the Carson City Jail on charges of assaulting the female victim in this case.