Wednesday, May 16 2012 9:09 PM EDT2012-05-17 01:09:09 GMT
Kellene Stockwell Channel 2 News NV Energy says about 4,600 Carson City customers are currently without power. A NV Energy spokesperson says the affected area is along the Highway 50 corridorMore >>
NV Energy says about 4,600 Carson City customers are currently without power. More >>
Reno police say weather may have played role in the single-vehicle rollover in Lemmon Valley that killed a 31-year-old woman and injured her teenage sister.More >>
Reno police say weather may have played role in the single-vehicle rollover in Lemmon Valley that killed a 31-year-old woman and injured her teenage sister.More >>
Washoe County sheriff's deputies are investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy who was struck by a SUV driven by a relative on the family's dirt driveway in Sun Valley.More >>
Washoe County sheriff's deputies are investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy who was struck by a SUV driven by a relative on the family's dirt driveway in Sun Valley.More >>
Clark County School District officials say they'll be eliminating 1,015 teacher and literacy specialist positions to close a $59 million budget gap.More >>
Clark County School District officials say they'll be sending pink slips to 1,015 teachers and literacy specialists to close a $64 million budget gap.More >>
Clark County School District officials say they'll be sending pink slips to 1,015 teachers and literacy specialists to close a $64 million budget gap.More >>
A Las Vegas police K-9 is in critical condition but showing slight signs of improvement after he was shot by an officer while biting another officer.More >>
A Las Vegas police K-9 is in critical condition but showing slight signs of improvement after he was shot by an officer while biting another officer.More >>
A New York-based animal rescue group is resuming the fight to save a 120-pound dog slated for euthanasia in Nevada after it fatally mauled a 1-year-old boy at a Henderson home more than two weeks ago.More >>
A New York-based animal rescue group is resuming the fight to save a 120-pound dog slated for euthanasia in Nevada after it fatally mauled a 1-year-old boy at a Henderson home more than two weeks ago.More >>
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval is hiring a public relations professional to oversee communications, community outreach and constituent services in the executive office.More >>
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval is hiring a public relations professional to oversee communications, community outreach and constituent services in the executive office.More >>
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has given half a million dollars to a campaign supporting a California initiative that would raise the state's cigarette tax to fund cancer research.More >>
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has given half a million dollars to a campaign supporting a California initiative that would raise the state's cigarette tax to fund cancer research.More >>
Transportation officials say an overpass has been rebuilt after it was badly burned then demolished when a tanker truck burst into flames on a Southern California freeway.More >>
Transportation officials say an overpass has been rebuilt after it was badly burned then demolished when a tanker truck burst into flames on a Southern California freeway.More >>
The owners of two Northern California gardening stores and 17 other people are facing drug charges after federal agents say the stores were used as the center of a drug trafficking operation.More >>
The owners of two Northern California gardening stores and 17 other people are facing drug charges after federal agents say the stores were used as the center of a drug trafficking operation.More >>
Police are investigating two threatening letters that were left Sunday at a historic Central California church where earlier this month vandals scrawled anti-Catholic graffiti and symbols onto the walls.More >>
Police are investigating two threatening letters that were left Sunday at a historic Central California church where earlier this month vandals scrawled anti-Catholic graffiti and symbols onto the walls.More >>
The U.S. Navy says an amphibious assault ship and a replenishment tanker collided in the Pacific Ocean but there were no injuries and no fuel spills.More >>
A 6-foot-long inactive training missile accidentally fell from a military helicopter into field near a Texas military post, causing the brief evacuation of nearby homes but not harming anyone, officials said.More >>
A 6-foot-long inactive training missile accidentally fell from a military helicopter into field near a Texas military post, causing the brief evacuation of nearby homes but not harming anyone, officials said.More >>
Kevin Garnett scored 27 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and used a dominant second quarter to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 107-91 on Wednesday night and take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference...More >>
Kevin Garnett scored 27 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and used a dominant second quarter to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 107-91 on Wednesday night and take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference...More >>
One of country music's biggest acts is preparing to stage a benefit concert for a southern Indiana town battered by March tornadoes.More >>
The Grammy Award-winning country music trio Lady Antebellum performed a "mini-prom" for students of a southern Indiana town that was devastated by a tornado in early March.More >>
Jurors are deliberating for a second day in the case of a former Houston police officer accused of taking part in the videotaped beating of a 15-year-old burglary suspect.More >>
A jury's acquittal Wednesday of a former Houston police officer in the alleged beating of a 15-year-old burglary suspect during a videotaped arrest upset black community leaders who criticized the verdict as unjust and...More >>
Child welfare officials in Texas say a Houston boy found in March after being kidnapped as an infant eight years ago is still not ready to meet his parents.More >>
A Houston boy kidnapped eight years ago is still not ready to meet his parents after being in foster care since authorities found him in March, Texas child welfare officials said Wednesday during a court hearing.More >>
An attorney says Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s estranged wife has been found dead in New York.More >>
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s estranged wife, Mary Richardson Kennedy, who had fought drug and alcohol problems, was found dead at the family property Wednesday.More >>
The defense lawyer for a Texas inmate executed two decades ago says he isn't convinced the state wrongly killed a man despite a new report that again questions the case.More >>
The defense lawyer for a Texas inmate executed two decades ago said Wednesday he isn't convinced the state wrongly put a man to death despite a new report that again questions the case.More >>
Former U.S. Sen. Jim Abdnor, the South Dakota Republican who ousted George McGovern from the Senate only to lose his seat after one term to another prominent Democrat, has died. He was 89.More >>
Former U.S. Sen. Jim Abdnor gained fame nationally as the South Dakota Republican who ousted George McGovern from the Senate, but he was known in his home state as the farmer-turned-astute-politician who loved talking with...More >>
Edwin Encarnacion hit a three-run homer, J.P. Arencibia added a two-run drive and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 8-1 on Wednesday night.More >>
Edwin Encarnacion hit a three-run homer, J.P. Arencibia added a two-run drive and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 8-1 on Wednesday night.More >>
Adam LaRoche broke open a tight game with a three-run double for his 1,000th career hit after homering for No. 999, and Gio Gonzalez took over the NL strikeout lead from teammate Stephen Strasburg by fanning 10 in seven...More >>
Adam LaRoche broke open a tight game with a three-run double for his 1,000th career hit after homering for No. 999, and Gio Gonzalez took over the NL strikeout lead from teammate Stephen Strasburg by fanning 10 in seven...More >>
Giancarlo Stanton hit a two-run homer and possibly saved two runs with a diving catch and the Miami Marlins beat the Braves 8-4 on Wednesday night, adding another win to their impressive May record.More >>
Giancarlo Stanton hit a two-run homer and possibly saved two runs with a diving catch and the Miami Marlins beat the Braves 8-4 on Wednesday night, adding another win to their impressive May record.More >>
By TIM DAHLBERG AP Sports Columnist The state of Rhode Island is having trouble collecting some of the millions it lent former pitcher Curt Schilling, another reminder why chasing celebrity is almost always...More >>
By TIM DAHLBERG AP Sports Columnist The state of Rhode Island is having trouble collecting some of the millions it lent former pitcher Curt Schilling, another reminder why chasing celebrity is almost always...More >>
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Sports Writer LeBron James and Dwyane Wade were not carrying "Help Wanted" signs around the Miami Heat practice floor on Wednesday. The mood was not grim, voices were not hushed and scowls were not...More >>
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Sports Writer LeBron James and Dwyane Wade were not carrying "Help Wanted" signs around the Miami Heat practice floor on Wednesday. The mood was not grim, voices were not hushed and...More >>
Chase Headley homered, doubled and drove in three runs, and the last-place San Diego Padres rallied to beat the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2 Wednesday night, helping left-hander Clayton Richard snap his personal...More >>
Chase Headley homered, doubled and drove in three runs, and the last-place San Diego Padres rallied to beat the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2 Wednesday night, helping left-hander Clayton Richard snap his personal...More >>
Heart palpitations and high blood pressure are strong risk factors for a common heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, a new study reports.More >>
Heart palpitations and high blood pressure are strong risk factors for a common heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, a new study reports.More >>
Although people with a family history of high blood pressure (hypertension) are at much greater risk of developing the condition themselves, regular exercise and physical fitness may significantly lower that risk.More >>
Although people with a family history of high blood pressure (hypertension) are at much greater risk of developing the condition themselves, regular exercise and physical fitness may significantly lower that risk.More >>
Corticosteroid nasal sprays apparently are not a silver bullet when it comes to symptom relief for acute sinusitis patients, a new review suggests.More >>
Corticosteroid nasal sprays apparently are not a silver bullet when it comes to symptom relief for acute sinusitis patients, a new review suggests.More >>
The blockbuster drug Plavix (clopidogrel), used to prevent clotting in some heart patients, will go off patent in the United States on Thursday.More >>
The blockbuster drug Plavix (clopidogrel), used to prevent clotting in some heart patients, will go off patent in the United States on Thursday, making it considerably more affordable.More >>
Cases of children rushed to the emergency room after accidentally swallowing coin-sized batteries found in many household gadgets have doubled over the past two decades.More >>
Cases of children rushed to the emergency room after accidentally swallowing coin-sized batteries found in many household gadgets have doubled over the past two decades, new research reveals.More >>
People who receive treatment for chronic and acute low-back pain show significant improvement in the first six weeks, but may still have some pain and disability.More >>
People who receive treatment for chronic and acute low-back pain show significant improvement in the first six weeks, but may still have some pain and disability after one year, according to a new study.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 3:24 AM EDT2012-05-16 07:24:33 GMT
Rebecca Cronon Channel 2 News A rollover crash killed a woman and sent her sister to the hospital Tuesday night. Reno Police responded to the crash on Sky Vista Parkway about a quarter mile west ofMore >>
A rollover crash killed a woman and sent her sister to the hospital Tuesday night.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 11:46 AM EDT2012-05-16 15:46:03 GMT
Samantha Szesciorka Channel 2 News Washoe County Sherrif's Deputies are investigating the death of a toddler in Sun Valley. It happened around 6:40 pm on Tuesday, at a home on Lacy Lane. Deputies sayMore >>
Washoe County Sheriff's Deputies are investigating the death of a toddler in Sun Valley.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 8:25 PM EDT2012-05-16 00:25:02 GMT
Kellene Stockwell Channel 2 News Crews are currently trying to contain a 30-acre fire that's threatening structures near the Lyon-Churchill County line. The HWY-50 Fire started just before 2:30pmMore >>
A 75-acre brushfire burning near the Lyon-Churchill County line is no longer threatening structures.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 2:47 AM EDT2012-05-15 06:47:35 GMT
Jennifer Burton Channel 2 News A SWAT standoff at a north Reno apartment complex kept residents on edge for much of Monday afternoon. It started with a foot chase at about 1pm and nearly four hours laterMore >>
Reno Police surrounded an apartment at the Silver Terrace Apartments on Wedekind Drive in North Reno. The standoff ended when police entered the apartment and found it empty.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 9:28 PM EDT2012-05-16 01:28:56 GMT
Arianna Bennett Channel 2 News The Washoe County Library System has had some difficulties the past few years, facing cutbacks and even closures. Now two area libraries could be on the chopping block. UnderMore >>
Two area libraries could be on the chopping block due to cuts to the Washoe County Library System.More >>
A Las Vegas police officer is hospitalized with serious dog bite injuries and the police K-9 who attacked him is being treated for a gunshot after a chaotic search for a knife-wielding suspect.More >>
A Las Vegas police officer is hospitalized with serious dog bite injuries and the police K-9 who attacked him is being treated for a gunshot after a chaotic search for a knife-wielding suspect.More >>
Gun owners would have to report stolen or missing firearms to authorities within 48 hours of discovering them missing under a bill approved by the state Senate.More >>
Gun owners would have to report stolen or missing firearms to authorities within 48 hours of discovering them missing under a bill approved by the state Senate.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 11:25 AM EDT2012-05-15 15:25:52 GMT
Paul Nelson Channel 2 News The good news is the price at the pump is 2.6 cents less than it was a month ago, in Nevada. Nationally, they've dropped 16.5 cents. The bad news is prices are still on theMore >>
Gas prices continue to rise in Nevada, despite a national trend of prices falling.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 8:36 PM EDT2012-05-16 00:36:44 GMT
John Potter Channel 2 News Jerome Tushbant is the lead criminal justice and security instructor at Reno's University of Phoenix. After many years of detective work, he has now dedicated his life to fightingMore >>
We tour an east Reno neighborhood with a 22-year law enforcement pro who specializes in home safety.More >>
Monday, May 14 2012 7:34 PM EDT2012-05-14 23:34:22 GMT
Firefighters are battling a wildfire burning north of Reno. The fire is in the Carolyn Way area of Panther Valley. It is windy in the area of the fire, but crews appear to be getting the upper hand onMore >>
It was windy in the area of the fire, but crews were able to quickly get the upper hand on it.More >>