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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.

Carson City arrests: Man sleeping in car parked in travel lane held for stolen property, drug offenses

A 31-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of possession of stolen property and multiple drug related offenses, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.

Walmart in Carson City first in Nevada to host pop-up parking lot movie nights

Carson City has been included as part of a nationwide drive-in movie project hosted by Walmart and held in parking lots across the country.

Nevada Highway Patrol, law enforcement join forces statewide to stop pedestrian deaths

The Nevada Highway Patrol and other Nevada law enforcement agencies participating in the Joining Forces program including Carson City, are urging pedestrians and drivers alike to be aware of each other at all times and share the road responsibly.

Carson City arrests: Man with open knife in pocket held after scuffle with deputy

A 51-year-old Carson City man was booked Monday for suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon and other offenses after fleeing from and then attempting to fight with a sheriff's deputy.

Douglas County prepares for planned protest Saturday, creates 'free space' speech zone

MINDEN, Nev. — Following a controversial letter from its sheriff regarding the Black Lives Matter movement and a proposed diversity statement agenda item that was to be considered by the county's library board, Douglas County says it is actively preparing for a planned protest at the Judicial Law Enforcement Center this Saturday.

Carson City sheriff's SET makes arrests for alleged marijuana concentrate sales

Three people were arrested Saturday by the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team, with two of the suspects alleged to be connected to a suspected marijuana concentrate sales operation.

Carson City sheriff's patrol vehicle clipped in vehicle pursuit, teen in custody

A 17-year-old juvenile male was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI and other offenses early Monday morning after a pursuit in which a patrol vehicle was clipped, a Carson City Sheriff's Office sergeant said.

Bill Tracker: Mining tax changes, election overhaul, banning choke holds on deck for special session

Nevada lawmakers are convening for a special session to address a long list of policy topics ahead of their regularly scheduled session early next year.

To help readers understand where bills stand in the sometimes chaotic world of the Legislature, The Nevada Independent is maintaining this viewer’s guide with brief overviews and status updates on the measures.

Carson City driver gives passenger's name instead of her own to avoid warrant arrest

A 36-year-old Carson City woman was arrested early Thursday for suspicion of providing false information to avoid prosecution, a felony, and a misdemeanor bench warrant.

Carson City arrests: Driver booked for suspected DUI, child endangerment

A 46-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday in the area of South Curry and Fourth Street for suspicion of gross misdemeanor child endangerment and misdemeanor DUI, a sheriff's deputy report states.

Nevada DCFS incorporates '8 Can’t Wait' use of force polices in Juvenile Justice Services

CARSON CITY — In light of recent high-profile incidents across the country, the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services has re-examined its use of force policies through the lens of minimizing potential harm to those who interact with the juvenile justice system.

Nevada DMV to offer most driver’s license, ID card renewals online and by mail this fall

CARSON CITY — Nevada motorists who have been unable to make an appointment at DMV offices before their expiration date will benefit from two new initiatives announced by the Department of Motor Vehicles on Tuesday.

Carson City couple held for burglary after former roommate's checks, tax documents found

Two were arrested Friday for suspicion of burglary and other charges following an investigation into personal checks and tax documents that were stolen, a Carson City sheriff's report states.

Carson City Deputies arrest woman suffering from delusions, called 911 stating men posing as cops searched her room for drugs

A 37-year-old Carson City woman was arrested on a violation of a suspended sentence warrant, issued in Oct. 2019 by the Carson City Justice Court, after calling 911 to report that two men had come into her room pretending to be cops searching for drugs.

Carson City arrests: Man jailed for warrant alleging sexual assault of a child

A 61-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for a felony warrant alleging sexual assault against a child under the age of 14.

Man accused of graffitiing restroom, urinating in shed at Carson City home improvement store

A 24-year-old California man was arrested Tuesday in connection with graffiti found on a bathroom wall at a home improvement store and for also allegedly urinating inside a shed, a Carson City sheriff's booking report states.

Carson City area weather: Strong thunderstorms possible, Red Flag Warning extended

UPDATE 4:39PM: A Flash Flood Warning was issued at 4:28 p.m. for Douglas and Lyon counties and Carson City. Also, firefighters are responding to a number of wild land fire starts in Douglas County. Go here for updates on the fire situation.
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Strong to potentially severe thunderstorms are possible through 9 p.m. Tuesday across the eastern Sierra, western Nevada and Carson City region, according to the National Weather Service.

Carson City man sprayed in face with pepper by unknown assailant, jailed on warrant

A man was arrested Monday for a misdemeanor warrant after Carson City sheriff's deputies investigated an incident in which he had been pepper sprayed in the face by a person he had an altercation with near the Carson Aquatic Facility.

Miles Construction wins Retail Development of the Year for Carson City dealership at Summit Awards

Miles Construction, a diversified northern Nevada general contractor, was awarded Retail Development of the Year for the Carson City Nissan dealership during the annual Summit Awards held July 9, 2020. The annual awards acknowledge and recognize commercial real estate development and brokerage agencies for work completed in the prior year.

Thunderstorms again develop over Sierra, Red Flag Warning goes up for Tuesday

As it has been over the past few days, showers and thunderstorms have developed Monday afternoon over the Sierra, with an increased chance of storms expected to impact much of the region though the evening, according to the National Weather Service. The stronger of the storms will be capable of producing heavy rain, hail, and winds in excess of 40 mph.

Woman jailed for suspicion of DUI after boyfriend clipped by vehicle, Carson City deputy report says

A 21-year-old woman was arrested Saturday for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI following an incident in which she admitted to being intoxicated and mistakenly clipped her boyfriend in her vehicle after he was attempting to get away from her.

Another round of thunderstorms developing in Sierra, may reach western Nevada valleys

Another round of thunderstorms began to move into the Sierra from the south on Sunday afternoon. A National Weather Service forecaster noted the storms could enter into the valley areas of western Nevada into early evening, bringing with them the potential for heavy rain, hail and wind.

Thunderstorms move into Sierra and western Nevada, forecasters advise flash floods possible

Thunderstorms have begun to move into the Sierra and western Nevada region Thursday afternoon, bringing with them lightning, periods of heavy rain and a risk of flash flooding and debris flows in recent wild land fire burn areas.

Carson City arrests: Driver refuses sobriety tests, jailed for suspected DUI

A 37-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.

Carson City arrests: Wife jailed for allegedly stabbing husband in arm during altercation

A 65-year-old Carson City woman was arrested late Sunday for suspicion of battery with a deadly weapon after allegedly stabbing her husband in the arm, a sheriff's deputy report states.

NDOT to install 'no parking' signs on State Route 28 in southeast Incline Village

CARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation will add no parking signs to enhance traffic safety on a section of State Route 28 in southeastern Incline Village.

Carson City deputies arrest man for methamphetamine possession, felony warrant

A 30-year-old Carson City man was arrested Thursday night for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, violating alternative sentencing, and a warrant for obtaining money under false pretenses.

Carson City man admits to attempting to break into National Guard vehicles, doesn't know why he tried

A 27-year-old Carson City man was arrested for allegedly attempting to break into Nevada National Guard Civil Support Team vehicles, trespassing, and destruction of private property.

Korey Eugene Mills was arrested Thursday afternoon in the 1400 block of Rand Avenue for an investigation that began in late June.

Carson City Sheriff Furlong announces overall crime down in Carson City, tracked by new reporting software

According to crime data published by Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, Carson City’s overall crime had a 6 percent decline between 2018 and 2019.

“That’s great news, since those were both extremely successful years for the community,” said Furlong.

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