The average price of a gallon of gasoline in Nevada has increased 16 cents over the past week, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). While the rise is notable, it is smaller than the national average increase of 27 cents per gallon. AAA officials say the ongoing conflict with Iran has pushed crude oil…

A new report from the Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (NCEDSV) says 45 people died in domestic violence-related homicides across the state in 2025, highlighting what advocates describe as an ongoing and deadly crisis. The nonprofit organization released its 2025 Domestic Violence Homicide Report, which tracks fatal incidents connected to domestic violence…

Reno city leaders say they have identified a plan to balance next year’s budget despite a projected $24 million structural deficit, which will require a combination of spending cuts, job freezes, and higher fees for residents and businesses. City officials attributed the shortfall to slow revenue growth amid inflation, which they say has limited the…

A 20-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of animal abuse after deputies say he struck his dog with a frying pan, according to a Carson City Sheriff’s Office booking report. Authorities identified the suspect as Anthony Meinen, a resident of an apartment on Jeanell. Deputies responded to assist an animal control officer…

Surge Battery Metals continues to report promising results from its 2025 core drilling program at the Nevada North Lithium Project (NNLP), with recent assays confirming high-grade lithium continuity and potential for expanding the project’s resource boundaries. The company highlighted success from its step-out drilling program, including hole NNL-037, located 640 meters southeast of the current…

Two people were arrested Saturday on felony domestic battery charges following a violent altercation that deputies say involved a knife, strangulation, and multiple assaults, according to a Carson City Sheriff’s Office booking report. Arrested was Adina Guerrero, who faces suspicion of domestic battery with a deadly weapon causing substantial bodily harm, possession of a controlled…

A state-mandated study on Reno, Sparks, and unincorporated Washoe County regarding consolidation of fire services gets underway with a public information meeting next month. The cities of Reno and Sparks, along with Washoe County, have hired Emergency Global Solutions (EGS) to conduct the study, which will analyze the feasibility of combining the Reno Fire Department,…

A Canadian man was arrested early Tuesday morning on multiple animal abuse charges after allegedly grabbing and injuring flamingos at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel and Casino, according to an arrest report from Metro Police. Authorities said they received a call around 6 a.m. reporting animal cruelty after a man, identified as Mitchell Fairbarn, allegedly…

The University of Nevada, Reno is exploring the possibility of establishing the state’s first in-state veterinary medical school, officials said, a move aimed at addressing shortages in rural, agricultural, and food-animal veterinary services. On Thursday, UNR Executive Vice President and Provost Jeff Thompson will deliver a presentation to the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE)…

A 37-year-old man was arrested Monday, March 2, on suspicion of battery/abuse of an elderly person, open or gross lewdness, and violation of probation conditions. Deputies identified the suspect as Mark Burgor. Deputies were dispatched at 3:50 p.m. to East William Street after a report of a battery. Upon arrival, deputies observed the victim with…