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City of Reno staff have created two new agreements proposing to hire the a law firm to negotiate labor contracts with its employees. A previous staff report noted that the contract — worth up to $900,000 over three years — required approval by six of seven council members. Subscribe to read.
City changes agreement with law firm for ‘complex labor relations’
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February 8, 2026 at 3:00 AM
City of Reno staff have created two new agreements proposing to hire the a law firm to negotiate labor contracts with its employees. A previous staff report noted that the contract — worth up to $900,000 over three years — required approval by six of seven council members. Subscribe to read.
Groups in Nevada are slamming President Donald Trump’s call to “nationalize” elections, calling it an addition to a long line of threats to democracy.
The U.S. Constitution specifically delegates election administration to the states.
The U.S. Constitution specifically delegates election administration to the states.
NV pro-democracy groups slam Trump’s call to 'nationalize' elections
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February 7, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Groups in Nevada are slamming President Donald Trump’s call to “nationalize” elections, calling it an addition to a long line of threats to democracy.
The U.S. Constitution specifically delegates election administration to the states.
The U.S. Constitution specifically delegates election administration to the states.
#Editorial meme by Darren Archambault.
February 7, 2026 at 4:03 AM
#Editorial meme by Darren Archambault.
Nevada’s lone Congressional Republican, U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei, announced he is retiring from Congress at the end of his term.
Amodei has represented the reliably Republican-leaning Congressional District 2, which included Washoe County and most of rural Nevada, since 2011.
Amodei has represented the reliably Republican-leaning Congressional District 2, which included Washoe County and most of rural Nevada, since 2011.
Amodei joins ranks of Republican House members who won’t seek reelection
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February 7, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Nevada’s lone Congressional Republican, U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei, announced he is retiring from Congress at the end of his term.
Amodei has represented the reliably Republican-leaning Congressional District 2, which included Washoe County and most of rural Nevada, since 2011.
Amodei has represented the reliably Republican-leaning Congressional District 2, which included Washoe County and most of rural Nevada, since 2011.
A legal effort to derail NV Energy’s attempt to change the way it calculates customers’ bills will be heard in Clark County District Court, Judge Mary Kay Holthus ruled Tuesday. Holthus rejected a motion filed by the utility and the Public Utilities Commission to consolidate the case with another.
Judge refuses NV Energy request to consolidate legal challenges to billing changes
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February 7, 2026 at 1:37 AM
A legal effort to derail NV Energy’s attempt to change the way it calculates customers’ bills will be heard in Clark County District Court, Judge Mary Kay Holthus ruled Tuesday. Holthus rejected a motion filed by the utility and the Public Utilities Commission to consolidate the case with another.
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“I have to say, based upon what I’ve reviewed so far, I’m leaning towards a penalty, but I want to see all the records produced,” the judge said.
Judge gives DMV five days to produce communications with ICE, Homeland Security • Nevada Current
Carson City District Judge Kristin Luis says she’s leaning toward imposing civil penalties against the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles for failing to comply with the law in its responses to reques...
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February 6, 2026 at 9:28 PM
“I have to say, based upon what I’ve reviewed so far, I’m leaning towards a penalty, but I want to see all the records produced,” the judge said.
🕯️ Northern Nevada interfaith leaders will gather Feb. 10 for a candlelight vigil to remember 93 people in Washoe County who died while homeless in 2025. The vigil is set for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Reno City Plaza. The public is invited to attend.
Homeless deaths increase in Washoe County, prompting another vigil
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February 6, 2026 at 4:30 AM
🕯️ Northern Nevada interfaith leaders will gather Feb. 10 for a candlelight vigil to remember 93 people in Washoe County who died while homeless in 2025. The vigil is set for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Reno City Plaza. The public is invited to attend.
A National Salute to Veterans Patients Town Hall and Resource Fair is Feb. 12, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Reno VA Hospital, 975 Kirman Ave., Room L1927. The purpose of the event is to pay tribute and express appreciation to veterans and their families.
Reno VA hospital to hold veterans town hall and resource fair
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February 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
A National Salute to Veterans Patients Town Hall and Resource Fair is Feb. 12, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Reno VA Hospital, 975 Kirman Ave., Room L1927. The purpose of the event is to pay tribute and express appreciation to veterans and their families.
The city of Reno has paid $200,000 to two plaintiffs in a lawsuit involving a Reno police officer. The case stems from traffic stops conducted by Reno Police Officer Tyler Baehr, during which Baehr allegedly copied intimate photos from the smartphones belonging to women he pulled over.
Reno's recent police settlements reach $500,000 across two cases
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February 6, 2026 at 3:00 AM
The city of Reno has paid $200,000 to two plaintiffs in a lawsuit involving a Reno police officer. The case stems from traffic stops conducted by Reno Police Officer Tyler Baehr, during which Baehr allegedly copied intimate photos from the smartphones belonging to women he pulled over.
Citing “the secrecy surrounding these deals and whether Trump and his allies are profiting behind the scenes,” ranking Democrats on three congressional committees sent a letter to Trump cabinet officials Monday demanding details about ownership stakes the administration has acquired.
Citing potential for corruption, conflicts, top committee Dems probe Trump’s stakes in mining firms
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February 6, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Citing “the secrecy surrounding these deals and whether Trump and his allies are profiting behind the scenes,” ranking Democrats on three congressional committees sent a letter to Trump cabinet officials Monday demanding details about ownership stakes the administration has acquired.
🍺 Brew HaHa celebrated its 31st year Jan. 31 at the Nugget Casino Resort. Held in the upstairs convention center, the ticketed event brought together local craft breweries and national companies to pour beer, liquor, seltzers and other beverages while raising money for the Sierra Arts Foundation.
Brew HaHa celebrates 31 years (photos)
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February 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM
🍺 Brew HaHa celebrated its 31st year Jan. 31 at the Nugget Casino Resort. Held in the upstairs convention center, the ticketed event brought together local craft breweries and national companies to pour beer, liquor, seltzers and other beverages while raising money for the Sierra Arts Foundation.
Nevada lawmakers are working to revive a bill that would require state water regulators to take a closer look at how geothermal operations impact groundwater during the permitting process.
Geothermal industry’s groundwater ‘loophole’ scrutinized
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February 5, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Nevada lawmakers are working to revive a bill that would require state water regulators to take a closer look at how geothermal operations impact groundwater during the permitting process.
🥯 Tahoe Bagel opened its doors Jan. 28 on Moana Lane. The long-awaited third location is Reno’s first for the growing Tahoe-based business serving East Coast-style, homemade bagels and other breakfast and lunch delights.
Tahoe Bagel lands in Reno
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February 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM
🥯 Tahoe Bagel opened its doors Jan. 28 on Moana Lane. The long-awaited third location is Reno’s first for the growing Tahoe-based business serving East Coast-style, homemade bagels and other breakfast and lunch delights.
The Regional Fire Services Study Board on Monday heard updates from fire chiefs across the Truckee Meadows on the status of a long-planned unified dispatch system that officials say is critical to improving emergency response. The system is now facing additional delays.
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Fire chiefs say unified dispatch delayed again
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February 5, 2026 at 3:00 AM
The Regional Fire Services Study Board on Monday heard updates from fire chiefs across the Truckee Meadows on the status of a long-planned unified dispatch system that officials say is critical to improving emergency response. The system is now facing additional delays.
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Reno officials are moving to expand a pilot program aimed at activating public spaces with free, recurring events while also drawing attention to dozens of vacant retail properties downtown. The plan was shared Monday at the Reno Redevelopment Agency (RDA) Advisory Board meeting.
Reno looks to expand downtown activation program
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February 5, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Reno officials are moving to expand a pilot program aimed at activating public spaces with free, recurring events while also drawing attention to dozens of vacant retail properties downtown. The plan was shared Monday at the Reno Redevelopment Agency (RDA) Advisory Board meeting.
The latest report from the GLAAD extremism reporting tracker finds 932 anti-LGBTQ+ incidents nationwide between May 2024 and May 2025, resulting in 84 injuries and 10 deaths.
Overall, it finds, incidents are down 20% year over year, but attacks targeting transgender people are up 14%.
Overall, it finds, incidents are down 20% year over year, but attacks targeting transgender people are up 14%.
Report: Anti-transgender harassment on the rise in NV, across U.S.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:30 AM
The latest report from the GLAAD extremism reporting tracker finds 932 anti-LGBTQ+ incidents nationwide between May 2024 and May 2025, resulting in 84 injuries and 10 deaths.
Overall, it finds, incidents are down 20% year over year, but attacks targeting transgender people are up 14%.
Overall, it finds, incidents are down 20% year over year, but attacks targeting transgender people are up 14%.
Student internships in the Washoe County School District have increased by over 1,100% in just two years. At the beginning of the work-based learning program within WCSD’s Career and Technology Education umbrella, roughly 14 students were able to participate — now, that number has jumped to 170.
Career and technical internship numbers increase significantly in just two years
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February 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Student internships in the Washoe County School District have increased by over 1,100% in just two years. At the beginning of the work-based learning program within WCSD’s Career and Technology Education umbrella, roughly 14 students were able to participate — now, that number has jumped to 170.
The Nevada Supreme Court in late December affirmed a decision by a local judge to suppress evidence from an arrest that occurred in 2024. Reno police were surveilling in March 2024 a member of the Mongols motorcycle club, who was wanted in a felony case.
Nevada Supreme Court rules Reno police violated Fourth Amendment in 2024 arrest
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February 4, 2026 at 3:00 AM
The Nevada Supreme Court in late December affirmed a decision by a local judge to suppress evidence from an arrest that occurred in 2024. Reno police were surveilling in March 2024 a member of the Mongols motorcycle club, who was wanted in a felony case.
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A legal effort to derail NV Energy’s attempt to change the way it calculates customers’ bills will be heard in Clark County District Court as planned, NV Energy and the PUC's hopes to the contrary notwithstanding, a judge has ruled.
Judge refuses NV Energy request to consolidate legal challenges to billing changes • Nevada Current
A legal effort to derail NV Energy’s attempt to change the way it calculates customers’ bills will be heard in Clark County District Court, Judge Mary Kay Holthus ruled Tuesday. Holthus rejected a mot...
nevadacurrent.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:34 PM
A legal effort to derail NV Energy’s attempt to change the way it calculates customers’ bills will be heard in Clark County District Court as planned, NV Energy and the PUC's hopes to the contrary notwithstanding, a judge has ruled.
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A spotted gray wolf has left his California pack and trotted across Silver State lines, wildlife biologists said. The wolf crossed into Nevada on Monday, according to a Nevada Department of Wildlife spokesperson.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:02 AM
A spotted gray wolf has left his California pack and trotted across Silver State lines, wildlife biologists said. The wolf crossed into Nevada on Monday, according to a Nevada Department of Wildlife spokesperson.
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To date, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office and Washoe County District Attorney's Office have blocked all requests for information. This includes even the most basic of details, like what color the car was, who it belonged to, and whether or not Scott's movements for the days leading up were known.
Four years since Anna Scott’s murder, and officials continue to block all requests for basic information
Four years ago today, 23-year-old Anna Marie Scott, a Paiute mother of two small children, was found shot to death and left in the trunk of a burning car on the I-580 overpass between Carson City and Reno, Feb. 3, 2022. Since that time, despite multiple requests for information from this and other news agencies, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office and Washoe County District Attorney's Office has blocked all requests for information.
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February 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM
To date, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office and Washoe County District Attorney's Office have blocked all requests for information. This includes even the most basic of details, like what color the car was, who it belonged to, and whether or not Scott's movements for the days leading up were known.
Reno and the surrounding areas are offering up dance events, a touch of Disney and a book exchange for your kiddos.
Community events in Reno this week feature dance, Disney on Ice and a children's book exchange
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February 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Reno and the surrounding areas are offering up dance events, a touch of Disney and a book exchange for your kiddos.
Reno’s city manager is recommending that the mayor and city council approve a contract with the Simons Hall Johnston law firm to negotiate labor agreements over the next three years. The contract is proposed for up to $300,000 per year and a total cost of up to $900,000.
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City proposes spending $900,000 to a law firm for ‘complex labor negotiations’ over three years
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February 3, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Reno’s city manager is recommending that the mayor and city council approve a contract with the Simons Hall Johnston law firm to negotiate labor agreements over the next three years. The contract is proposed for up to $300,000 per year and a total cost of up to $900,000.
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🇱🇷 FERNLEY — The first unaccompanied funeral service of the new year for veterans recognized 27 individuals Jan. 22 at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley.
NVC honors 27 veterans during its monthly unaccompanied service
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February 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM
🇱🇷 FERNLEY — The first unaccompanied funeral service of the new year for veterans recognized 27 individuals Jan. 22 at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley.