NEVADA

Oct 23 2025WEATHER

Nevada's Weather: Rain in the North, Chill in the South

Nevada is getting a weather makeover this week. Two different systems are on their way, one for the north and one for the south. The north is gearing up for rain, wind, and even some snow in the Sierra. Meanwhile, the south is just getting a bit of a cool-down and some light showers. Reno is enjoying the upper 60s today, but things are about to change. By the weeken...

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Oct 15 2025WEATHER

Sierra Nevada's Early Snowfall: A Winter Surprise

The Sierra Nevada Mountains got an early taste of winter this week. A powerful storm system moved down the West Coast, bringing the first snow of the season. The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning, which is not something you see every day in October. Snow piled up fast, especially at the highest points. Some areas saw 2 to 3 feet of snow, which i...

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Sep 01 2025CRIME

A Dark Turn at Burning Man: Festival's Joy Clouded by Tragedy

The Burning Man festival, known for its vibrant art and free-spirited community, faced a grim moment recently. A man was found dead at a campsite, sparking a murder investigation. The discovery happened just as the iconic Man structure was set ablaze, a key moment in the festival. A festival attendee noticed something was wrong and alerted a police officer around 21...

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Aug 12 2025SPORTS

Jon Gruden's Legal Victory: What It Means for Workers Everywhere

Jon Gruden just scored a big win in his fight against the NFL. The Nevada Supreme Court said his case can go to trial instead of being pushed into private arbitration. This is a huge deal because it sets a precedent for other workers who might be stuck in unfair arbitration processes. The court ruled that the NFL's arbitration clause doesn't apply to Gruden because ...

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu's New Twist: A Dairy Worker's Mild Eye Infection

In the heart of Nevada, a dairy worker recently caught a new type of bird flu. This isn't the same strain that has been causing trouble in U. S. animal herds since the end of last year. The worker's main issue was just some annoying eye redness and irritation. Lucky for him, he didn't need to go to the hospital and has since gotten better. The new strain, called D1....

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu on the Move: A Dairy Worker's Close Call

A dairy worker in Nevada might have caught a new version of bird flu. This strain, called D1. 1, has been making people sick and has even caused one death. The worker had pink eye, a common symptom of H5N1 bird flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is still checking to confirm if the worker really has the virus. So far, 67 people have bee...

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Feb 06 2025HEALTH

A Worrying Spread: Bird Flu in Nevada Dairy Farms

In a notable development, six dairy farms in Nevada have been identified with a new strain of the H5N1 bird flu virus. This strain, called D1. 1, is different from the one that has been seen in other dairy herds across the US, specifically B3. 13. D1. 1 has previously only been found in birds and people who had close contact with them. This marks the second time that...

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Dec 10 2024WEATHER

Quakes in Nevada: What Californians Felt

Did you know that earthquakes can be felt hundreds of miles away? Well, that's what happened on Monday afternoon when a magnitude 5. 5 earthquake hit Nevada. The epicenter was about 48 miles southeast of Reno, but people in Central California felt the shaking too. In Sacramento, a person saw their Christmas tree ornaments sway, and water in a swimming pool sloshed ar...

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Vice President Harris' Speech Mix-Up: Protesters and Word Salad in Nevada

Vice President Kamala Harris found herself in a tricky spot during a recent rally in Reno, Nevada. Protesters disrupted her speech, and Harris responded with what's been dubbed her "word salad" – a jumble of phrases that didn't quite make sense. "We're here to fight for democracy, " she said, repeating herself and stumbling over her words as the crowd grew restless. ...

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