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Washoe County Sheriff's Office conducts two backcountry rescues in one day
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (WCSAR) team was called into action twice this past Saturday for ...
Bill reworking parole for youth offenders considered by state Legislature
CARSON CITY, Nev. (KOLO) - A bill that would rework how parole for youth offenders is being considered by the Nevada State Legislature. Assembly Bill 91 would allow for a second look at certain crimes ...
Reno man convicted of domestic battery by strangulation, faces sentencing in July
A Reno man has been convicted of domestic battery by strangulation and battery by a probationer, according to Washoe County ...
WCSO joining statewide crackdown on drunk drivers
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is joining a statewide effort cracking down on drunk drivers. From ...
Suspect arrested in fatal Washoe Valley hit-and-run, sheriff’s office says
A 43-year-old man turned himself in after a fatal Washoe Valley hit-and-run. Deputies said he’s been booked on a felony ...
Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash in Washoe County
A bicyclist was killed in a hit and run crash on Eastlake Blvd. Wednesday night, according to the Washoe County Sheriff’s ...