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Carson City man jailed after homeowner shoots him in foot for alleged attempted break-in

A 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Saturday for suspicion of felony home invasion after being shot in the foot by a homeowner who had attempted to scare the suspect away, according to a sheriff's office booking report.

Vehicle accident reported on Mountain Street, traffic blocked

A vehicle accident was reported just after 2 p.m. Friday on Mountain Street near Tahoe Dr.

First responders are on scene and traffic is blocked.

Motorists should seek alternate routes.

A DUI is suspected.

NHP Investigating Fatal Carson City crash Thursday

On Thursday, October 15, 2020, at approximately 3:07 a.m., Troopers from the Nevada Highway Patrol responded to a crash involving a single vehicle on US-395A and Hobart Road in Carson City.

Nevada land agencies reduce some fire restrictions, will allow campfires in designated places

The Bureau of Land Management, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and Nevada Division of Forestry will jointly reduce the current 2020 Nevada-wide fire restrictions, effective for all three agencies by Friday, Oct. 16, until further notice. The reduced fire restrictions will allow campfires in designated campground areas within Nevada.

Balloon launch, beard and rock drilling contests, 'reverse parade' among Nevada Day 2020 events

Event Date: 
October 30, 2020 (All day)

Each October, Nevadans turn their attention to the state capitol, Carson City, home of the “official” Nevada Day Parade. Since 1938, the Nevada Day Parade in Carson City has been an annual coming together to celebrate Nevada’s heritage and the founding of this great state on October 31, 1864.

Rider OK after single vehicle motorcycle crash on Highway 50 East in Carson City

Carson City Fire Department and the Nevada Highway Patrol were called Tuesday morning to a motorcycle crash in the 2800 block of Highway 50 East.

Lyon County investigates wild horse harassment complaint in Silver Springs

Lyon County is investigating a complaint that road department personnel allegedly harassed wild horses early Monday near Lahontan Street and US 95A in Silver Springs.

Carson City man allegedly knees pregnant girlfriend, prevents her from calling for help

A 28-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Sunday for alleged multiple offenses including suspicion of felony interference with a victim of battery by preventing them from calling for help, a sheriff's deputy booking report states.

Carson City emergency crews respond to motorcycle crash at US 50 East and Empire Ranch Road

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies responded early Sunday evening to a crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in the area of Highway 50 East and Empire Ranch Road.

Tahoe bears on the move: Agencies advise practice of proper food, garbage storage

Fall has arrived in the Sierra Nevada bringing the steady change of turning leaves and a noticeable chill in the air. The fall season also means bears are actively searching for food, even down into the lower valleys.

NHP joins law enforcement statewide to stop impaired drivers

The Nevada Highway Patrol and other law enforcement agencies statewide will be combining resources from Monday, Oct. 12 through Nov. 2, 2020 to apprehend impaired drivers.

Red Flag Warning: Critical fire weather warning for Lake Tahoe Basin today, no open flames allowed

The National Weather Service (NOAA) has issued a Red Flag Warning for critical fire weather conditions from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. PDT on Saturday, October 10, 2020 for the greater Lake Tahoe area.

Trio arrested for organized retail theft after allegedly returning thousands of dollars of stolen property to local hardware stores

A 53-year-old transient man, a 60-year-old Tenasca, Wash. man and a 34-year-old Fernley man were arrested in the 400 block of Fairview Drive Wednesday for possession of a stolen vehicle, organized retail theft, conspiracy to commit fraud, and possession of heroin.

Douglas County requests public's help locating missing person

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is actively searching for a missing adult male adult.

The missing male, 39 year-old Elmer Pacheco-Ramirez, who resides in Carson City, Nevada was last seen on Monday, October 5th, 2020, at approximately 9:30 am, in the area of Jacks Valley Rd and Arcadia Rd, entering the Jacks Valley Wildlife Management Area.

Carson City man accused of discharging firearm inside apartment while under the influence

A 23-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday in the 1300 block of North Edmonds for felony suspicion of discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling, and misdemeanor possession of a firearm while under the influence.

Nevada Department of Transportation launches redesigned customer service portal

CARSON CITY — In celebration of National Customer Service Week beginning Monday, Oct. 5, the Nevada Department of Transportation is announcing a new on-line customer service portal providing enhanced access to Nevada highway information through the nevadadot.com website.

Vehicle accident at College and I-580 reported Friday afternoon

A vehicle accident was reported just after 4:30 p.m. Friday near the southbound on-ramp of I-580 at College Parkway.

Carson City deputies arrest man for punching deputy, running after giving false identification, allegedly exposing himself

A transient man was arrested by Carson City deputies Thursday for battery on a peace officer, resisting arrest, and providing false identification to avoid prosecution.

$1 million in grant funding available for Nevada's OHV recreation projects

CARSON CITY — The Nevada Off-Highway Vehicles Program is pleased to announce that approximately $1 million in grant funding is available for off-highway vehicle (OHV) projects in Nevada.

UPDATE: Missing Carson City man found and in good health

UPDATE: Mr. Miller was located Thursday, Oct. 1 at 4:14 p.m. He advised he was contacted by friends and family who saw his information on social media and the news. He was located and is in good health.
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The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in locating a missing and endangered adult.

Carson City sheriff's SET arrests pair for alleged cocaine possession, other offenses

Two were arrested Tuesday for drug charges following a search warrant at a Sneddon Way residence, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team deputy report.

NHP investigating fatal crash Friday involving juvenile pedestrian in Churchill County

A male juvenile pedestrian died Friday from injuries suffered in a vehicle crash in Churchill County, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.

Armed standoff between Carson City deputies, disturbed woman resolved, no injuries, woman safe

UPDATE 12:26 p.m.: She is in custody and unharmed, but very dehydrated. No injuries reported.

UPDATE: As of 12:16 p.m. it appears the woman has surrendered to deputies following a nearly three hours long stand off in the area of Prison Hill. No injuries have been reported. She set the fire arm down, put her hands on her head and knelt on the ground. Her vehicle is disabled.

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A standoff in the hills near Prison Hill Tuesday morning is currently underway between Carson City Sheriff’s Office and a young woman who had claimed to have shot her mother, and is threatening to kill herself.

Carson City booking report details arrests at Saturday BLM demonstration

Two Carson City women and a South Lake Tahoe man were arrested and booked Saturday for misdemeanor suspicion of obstructing and being a pedestrian in the roadway during a Black Lives Matter demonstration near the capitol building.

Carson City emergency crews respond to Highway 50 East motorcycle crash

Carson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Sunday morning to a vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and a pickup in the 3900 block of Highway 50 East.

Trailer flip in Washoe Valley causing major traffic back up on freeway

A vehicle towing a trailer has flipped in south Washoe Valley in the Northbound lanes on I-580 which is causing a major back up of traffic along the freeway in Carson City.

NHP and first responders are on scene.

Motorists should seek alternate routes.

Vehicle vs. Motorcycle accident at Saliman and William Thursday afternoon, injuries reported

A vehicle and motorcycle accident was reported at 1:52 p.m. Thursday near the Saliman and William intersection.

The motorcyclist does not appear to be moving.

Motorists need to seek alternate routes in the area.

First responders are enroute.

Careflight has been ordered.

Carson City deputies arrest man for burglary, possession of burglary tools

A 31-year-old Silver springs man was arrested in the 3300 block of N. Carson Street for felony burglary and possession of burglary tools.

Carson City deputies arrest man on three felony warrants following domestic dispute

A 27-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 1400 block of Rand Ave for three felony warrants including fugitive from justice and tampering or injuring a vehicle.

Carson City sheriff's deputies make warrant, DUI arrests

A 22-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Tuesday for a misdemeanor failure to appear warrant, according to a sheriff's deputy booking report.

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