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NHP investigates fatal crash Sunday that killed Silver Springs woman

The Nevada Highway Patrol has identified a Silver Springs woman who died Sunday in a vehicle crash on US-95A.

Update: Car drives into Sportman's Warehouse, five injured, two evacuated by Care Flight

UPDATE 3:00 p.m.: Law enforcement has cleared the scene and the vehicle was towed. According to Furlong the driver of the vehicle was a man in his 50s. They are currently not regarding the collision as suspicious. It is being investigated by the traffic unit as well as by Nevada Highway Patrol. The driver is suspected to have driven through the cement pylons and through the front doors of the store, and continued through the store striking four people until the vehicle came to a stop. The driver of the vehicle along with four individuals struck inside the store were taken to the hospital.

UPDATE 2:06 p.m.: They are preparing to remove the vehicle from the building.

UPDATE 1:00 p.m.: Stewart is reopened.

UPDATE 11:49 a.m.: According to Sheriff Ken Furlong they believe the driver of a vehicle traveling West on Wright Street experienced a medical emergency, causing them to continue through Stewart Street and directly into the doors of Sportsman’s Warehouse. The vehicle struck five people as it drove through the store.

UPDATE 11:43 a.m.: Both Care Flight helicopters have taken off and are heading to the hospital.

UPDATE 11:36 a.m.: Both helicopters have landed. Stewart Street is blocked.

UPDATE 11:08 a.m.: A second helicopter was ordered to the scene.

Streets will be closed down near the scene including at the roundabout for the helicopter to land.

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Multiple injuries were reported at the scene of a traffic accident on Friday which occurred just after 11 a.m.

Rupert's Auto Body in Carson City donates car to woman who lost home, vehicle and family member in tragic fire

Rupert's Auto Body in Carson City has supported many causes through the years from youth sports and organizations, to children's programs and local schools. We have also taken special pride in providing support to the Washoe Tribe and its members.

Carson City Chamber reflects on lessons learned in 2020

Finally! That’s the word now heard on almost every newscast as we wrap up this tumultuous year. It’s the thought that precedes every thought when speaking of 2020.

Injured Douglas officer returns to Carson City home via escort, greeted with enthusiastic support

UPDATE 12:23PM: Go here to see the video streamed from the Carson City Sheriff's Office.
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UPDATE: The law enforcement escort left Renown Medical Center in Reno at 11:45 a.m. on its way to Carson City.
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The Douglas County Sheriff's Office sergeant who was injured in a Dec. 20 shooting is returning to his Carson City home from the hospital today, Tuesday with a full law enforcement escort.

Carson City sheriff's deputies make felony warrant, assault with a deadly weapon arrests

A 28-year-old man was booked into jail Wednesday on a felony Lyon County warrant, a Carson City Sheriff's Office report states.

Carson City deputies arrest woman for alleged battery with a deadly weapon after fight with sister

A 34-year-old Carson City woman was arrested early Tuesday for suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon and suspected drug offenses, a sheriff's deputy report states.

Douglas County sheriff's officer shot, flown by Care Flight; 2 suspects in custody

UPDATE: From the Douglas County Sheriff's Office Facebook page: On Dec. 20, 2020 at approximately 11:15 p.m. an officer Involved shooting occurred in Douglas County NV near Douglas Ave in Gardnerville, NV.

The incident is currently under investigations and no suspects are outstanding. The Suspect is currently being treated at the hospital for injuries. Highway 395/Gillman to Waterloo remain closed. The Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to please avoid the area. More information will be released when it becomes available.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office will be the lead investigation agency, as protocol for officer involved shootings to have an outside agency investigate, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong. There are two suspects who were in a vehicle, a male and female, who were involved in the incident. Both are in custody, said Furlong. The condition of the injured officer is unknown at this time.
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A Douglas County sheriff's officer was shot and suffered serious injuries late Sunday night following an incident in Gardnerville. Two suspects are in custody, according to dispatch reports.

Carson City arrests: Ex-felon jailed for felony weapon offenses; man booked for suspected DUI hit and run

A 25-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of being an ex-felon in possession of a firearm, concealing a firearm without a permit and a misdemeanor theft warrant.

Carson City woman arrested for pushing boyfriend after he allegedly crashed her car on purpose

A 28-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 2800 block of U.S. Highway 50 E. for suspicion of domestic battery after pushing her boyfriend after he allegedly crashed her car, something she said he did on purpose because she was going to break up with him, according to a sheriff's office booking report. The boyfriend was also arrested by the Nevada Highway Patrol for suspicion of DUI.

Carson City man identified as victim in pedestrian crash on North Carson Street

The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the pedestrian who died in Carson City on Dec. 2 that involved multiple vehicles at the intersection of North Carson Street and Silver Oak Drive.

NHP identifies 26-year-old woman who died in Nov. 25 fatal crash on US-50A in Lyon County

A 26-year-old Fallon woman died from injuries in a vehicle crash that happened Wednesday, Nov. 25 on US-50A and Nevada Pacific Parkway in Lyon County near Fernley, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.

Carson City sheriff confirms pedestrian killed on North Carson Street; NHP says multiple vehicles involved

There was a fatal crash Wednesday morning involving a pedestrian near the intersection of North Carson Street and Medical Parkway, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong confirmed.

Did you feel it? Earthquake shakes near Fernley, felt around Carson City region

A 3.7 magnitude earthquake centered southwest of Fernley shook the region on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Nevada Seismological Laboratory. There was also a large earthquake with a 5.1 magnitude, that happened this afternoon close to Mina, Nev., near Hawthorne.

NHP identifies driver, investigates wrong way fatal crash Sunday near Fernley

The Nevada Highway Patrol has identified an Oroville, Calif., resident who died in a vehicle crash Sunday evening on I-80 east of Fernley.

Carson City arrests: Two jailed in fight, officer struck in eye attempting to detain suspect

Two were arrested for multiple offenses early Saturday following a fight near a Carson City bar, a sheriff's booking report states.

Carson City sheriff's deputies make drug, warrant arrests

Two were arrested early Friday for suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop, a Carson City Sheriff's Office arrest report states.

5.3 magnitude earthquake shakes Nevada

According to the US Geological Survey a 5.3 magnitude earthquake occurred early Friday morning around 1:13 a.m.

Farewell: Kevin Cron’s greatest Reno Aces moments

Slugging first baseman Kevin Cron — the Reno Aces all-time home run leader — has left the show.

Column: My Favorite Nevada Moments

The Nevada Day Committee got it wrong this year. By selecting "My Favorite Nevada Moment" as the theme for 2020, the committee has left people like me out.

I can't whittle my experiences in Nevada down to just one favorite.

Carson City deputies arrest man for allegedly attempting to break into vehicle at crosswalk

A Dayton man was arrested Monday for suspicion of attempted robbery that ended with the suspect giving himself up, a Carson City sheriff's arrest report states.

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.

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.

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.

'King of Carson' determined to have died from natural causes at the age of 11; will be mounted in Carson City

The King of Carson passed away in a backyard on Roop Street on Sept. 8, and at first it was believed that some form of foul play had taken the King's life, whether from being struck by a car or poisoned by a rival deer who wanted to take the throne.

The King of Carson, Carson City's beloved resident celebrity deer, has died

For nearly 10 years the King of Carson, Carson City’s resident celebrity buck, has reigned supreme across the west side of Carson, collecting fans wherever he trod. But Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, we are sad to report the King has died.

Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Pandemic solitude has its own unique personality

Solitude is an essential component to good health and well-being, so they say, but too much solitude, let me tell you, can be burdensome. I cite solitary confinement as the cruelest of punishments. Washing ashore onto deserted Island is considered by most to be an unfortunate turn of fate. But pandemic solitude has its own unique personality.

Carson City man booked for alleged assault, battery after reckless driving leads to altercation

A 21-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday for two counts suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon and one count felony battery, according to a sheriff's office booking report.

Carson City deputies book woman for felony child neglect after leaving 3 month old baby alone during warrant arrest

A 40-year-old Carson City woman was arrested for felony child abuse and neglect, violation of a Temporary Protective Order, and a contempt of court warrant.

According to the arrest report, Maria Olvera was arrested Thursday afternoon in the 2700 block of Dori Wy. by Special Enforcement Team deputies after they were dispatched on a warrant service to Olvera’s home.

Dayton man identified in fatal crash near Blue Lakes south of Lake Tahoe

The California Highway Patrol reports a fatal vehicle incident involving a Dayton man that happened Wednesday on Blue Lakes Road off of State Route 88 south of Lake Tahoe.

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