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An 18-year-old Carson City man was arrested Thursday afternoon on the felony charges of possession a controlled substance and furnishing dangerous drugs to a minor, and a misdemeanor of violating pre-sentencing conditions, after being found with aerosol cans in a parking lot on Market Street.

Here are some random tidbits on domestic violence I bet you didn't know:

According to the Nevada Domestic Violence Resource Manual, most victims of domestic violence leave their abusers — often several times. It may take a number of attempts to permanently separate because abusers use violence, financial control, or threats about the children to compel victims to return.

A newly dedicated memorial on the State Capitol grounds in Carson City was damaged Monday by vandals on razor scooters and bicycles, according to the Nevada Department of Public Safety Capitol Police.

A 56-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly selling marijuana to middle school children, according to the South Lake Tahoe Police Department.

Good day Carson City. It is Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. We are exactly one week away until Thanksgiving. Today is the early deadline for the annual Turkey Trot so be sure to sign up to assure a t-shirt and goodie bag. Also on tap today are networking opportunities, the Peace Officer Standards and Training graduation, an artist reception for Louise Noel at Artsy Fartsy and more.

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation and Nevada Highway Patrol are reminding motorists to drive attentively and slow down and move over for traffic response vehicles during National Traffic Incident Response Awareness Week, held Nov. 11-17.

A Carson City jury convicted a local man of attempted murder with hate crime enhancements Friday as well as battery and assault with a deadly weapon following an incident in east Carson City last year where the man shot more than a dozen rounds into a vehicle occupied by five Sikh men visiting the area, injuring one.

Two Mound House residents were arrested Thursday afternoon in the area of Sonoma Street after eluding officers, destroying property, leaving the scene of an accident with property damage, and possession of methamphetamine.

My name is Colleen Bannister and I was a victim of a violent crime. I am sending this follow up letter in response to the many people that reached out to me either through Carson Now or on Facebook because of the first letter.

The Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, also known as POST, will hold a ceremony Nov. 15 for 21 graduates from 14 Nevada agencies who will accept their peace officers’ oath as POST Academy Class of 2018-02.

A woman reported missing by the Carson City Sheriff's Office was located in Stockton, Calif., on Oct. 31.

A man and woman were arrested Saturday on multiple felony drug charges as well as child endangerment after officers found narcotics during a warrant arrest by the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement Team at a West Nye Lane apartment.

More details have come to light surrounding the officer involved shooting of an armed robbery suspect near South Lake Tahoe on Monday.

The man who led authorities Monday on a chase in the South Lake Tahoe area and died as a result of an officer-involved shooting is the same person identified as the suspect in the Oct. 22 robbery of an east Carson City ice cream and frozen yogurt shop.

UPDATE: Investigators are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting that happened Monday afternoon west of South Lake Tahoe.

At approximately 1 p.m., detectives from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department became involved in a pursuit of a motorcycle, according to El Dorado County Sheriff's Sgt. Anthony Prencipe. Details are still being worked out, but from the early investigation, Prencipe said there were shots fired at the SLTPD detectives on SR89 near Luther Pass.

They pursued the motorcyclist and were joined by other law enforcement officers as the chase led them into El Dorado County and through the intersection with Highway 50. They then headed west to North Upper Truckee Road.

At that spot the motorcyclist was shot by SLTPD officers. Medical attention was given to the rider but he died at the scene.

The area is still surrounded by crime scene tape and Prencipe said it could be hours until it reopens. Also closed in SR89 at the scene of the initial shots. Motorists are not allowed between South Upper Truckee Road and Pickett's Junction.
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There was an apparent shooting Monday afternoon in the Meyers area west of South Lake Tahoe after a chase involving law enforcement and a possible robbery suspect. An El Dorado County Sheriff's Office deputy said the shooting was officer-involved.

The Nevada Day Parade in Carson City begins with the Divisions 1-4 lineup at 8:30 a.m. and Divisions 5-10 lineup at 9 a.m. with a 10 a.m. start. The parade will end sometime around 2 p.m. The route will be closed from 5 a.m. until 3 p.m. Read on for safety information to make your parade day a most memorable one.

A 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday in the 1900 block of North Carson Street for gross misdemeanor child endangerment after his 2-year-old child went missing for at least 30 minutes, a sheriff’s deputy said.

Hello Carson City, today is Monday, Oct. 22, 2018. As another weekend ends, a short work week begins with Friday officially Nevada Day, a state holiday and a weekend of festivities ahead including Saturday's famed Nevada Day parade.

My name is Colleen Bannister and I was a victim of a violent crime. This is a bit lengthy so I apologize but so is the ride through the justice system. Entering the justice system is nothing like people think. You think it's as easy as you are a victim and the bad guy will be punished.

A 23-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Fairview and N. Edmonds drives Thursday at 11:23 a.m. for DUI first offense, open container, and failure to maintain a lane.

Deputies were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle accident in which a vehicle had driven through two fences and had come to a stop in the backyard of a residence on Quinn Drive.

Missing person Erin Zellner has been located in South Lake Tahoe by South Lake Tahoe Police.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the public’s assistance in locating Erin.

Erin Zellner was reported missing on October 16 2018. Erin Zellner was last seen on October 12 2018 leaving her children with a family member in Carson City. Erin was described as a danger to herself by family members.

Erin is described as 5’06”, 195 pounds with Blonde or Brown hair and blue eyes.

UPDATE: Erin has been found safe in Lake Tahoe.

Missing person Erin Zellner has been located in South Lake Tahoe by South Lake Tahoe Police. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the public’s assistance in locating Erin.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in locating an endangered Carson City woman.

Erin Zellner age was reported missing on October 16 2018. Erin Zellner was last seen on October 12 2018 leaving her children with a family member in Carson City. Erin was described as a danger to herself by family members.

—A 57-year-old transient man was arrested in the parking lot of a Carson City grocery store early Friday morning on the charge of an ex-felon failing to register.

Deputies were called to the grocery store on reports of an intoxicated male harassing customers. When the man was asked to leave by employees, the man took a shopping cart for personal use and attempted to leave the property with the cart.

A 47-year-old Reno woman was arrested in the 1400 block of E. College Parkway Tuesday afternoon on a failure to appear traffic warrant issued almost 30 years ago.

It has been reported that Nevada brothel owner and Assembly candidate Dennis Hof died in his sleep at the Love Ranch in Pahrump, Nevada, on October 16. Police do not suspect foul play.

A 22-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Tuesday morning near Retail and Bernhard on a felony parole and probation hold, misdemeanor DUI and a stop sign violation.

Joshua Robert Jackson was stopped by patrolling deputies after failing to slow down for a stop sign, before braking at the last second, crossing the stop line and entering the crosswalk.

A 33-year-old Carson City woman was arrested by SET officers Thursday evening in the 400 block of Corbett Street on multiple felony drug charges.

This Saturday, October 13th, the Nevada Wolf Pack will take on the Boise State Broncos at Mackay Stadium at the University of Nevada, Reno.

Recently, Nevada Highway Patrol Colonel John O'Rourke and Idaho State Police Colonel Kedrick Wills completed a Public Service Announcement reminding all motorists and football fans to have a great time, but remember to always have a sober, designated driver.

A 27-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 3800 block of S. Carson Street Wednesday evening on a felony burglary charge.

Angela Bowman was arrested after deputies responded to a call regarding a petit larceny charge at a Carson City retail store.

The loss prevention team of the store had Bowman detained in the security office when deputies arrived.

Bowman has at least two prior convictions for petit larceny, according to the police report.

Police in South Lake Tahoe are investigating the death of a 70-year-old woman and have arrested the man she lived with for suspicion of murder, authorities said Wednesday.