Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:53 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:53:50 GMT
The fire chief in Moore, Okla., says crews will search the entire community at least twice more to make sure that no survivors or victims have been overlooked.More >>
The fire chief in Moore, Okla., says crews will search the entire community at least twice more to make sure that no survivors or victims have been overlooked.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:41 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:41:06 GMT
Crews will close Dandini Boulevard to thru traffic from the Highway 395 Parr Boulevard exit to Raggio Parkway May 22nd through June 30 due to construction.More >>
Crews will close Dandini Boulevard to thru traffic from the Highway 395 Parr Boulevard exit to Raggio Parkway May 22nd through June 30 due to construction.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:18 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:18:33 GMT
The Oklahoma Medical Examiner's Office has revised the death toll to 24, including seven children. A spokesperson says she believes many people were counted twice amid the chaos.More >>
The Oklahoma Medical Examiner's Office has revised the death toll to 24, including seven children. A spokesperson says she believes many people were counted twice amid the chaos.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:14 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:14:23 GMT
When something this devastating happens, it effects people nationwide. Even here at Channel 2, our news team has family members living in the Oklahoma City area who witnessed the tornado first-hand.More >>
When something this devastating happens, it effects people nationwide. Even here at Channel 2, our news team has family members living in the Oklahoma City area who witnessed the tornado first-hand.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:56:37 GMT
A federal appeals court is backing the U.S. government's decision not to release photos and video taken of Osama bin Laden during and after the May 2011 raid. More >>
A federal appeals court is backing the U.S. government's decision not to release photos and video taken of Osama bin Laden during and after the May 2011 raid. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:47 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:47:29 GMT
Where the Super Bowl will celebrate a half-century of existence will be decided this week by NFL owners. They have two choices for 2016: the San Francisco Bay Area and South Florida.More >>
Where the Super Bowl will celebrate a half-century of existence will be decided this week by NFL owners. They have two choices for 2016: the San Francisco Bay Area and South Florida.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:17 AM EDT2013-05-21 07:17:07 GMT
Aces Release 5/20/2013 The Reno Aces managed just four hits en route to a 4-0 loss to the Round Rock Express in the first game of the series on Monday night at The Dell Diamond. Only one of theMore >>
The series continues on Tuesday night in Round Rock.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:24:20 GMT
The Washoe County budget for the next fiscal year (FY 13/14) was unanimously approved by the Board of County Commissioners Monday during their special Board meeting.More >>
The Washoe County budget for the next fiscal year (FY 13/14) was unanimously approved by the Board of County Commissioners Monday during their special Board meeting.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:11 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:11:29 GMT
Fifteen of the Washoe County School District's most outstanding and inspiring graduates are the focus of this year's "2013 Countdown to Graduation" campaign.More >>
Fifteen of the Washoe County School District's most outstanding and inspiring graduates are the focus of this year's "2013 Countdown to Graduation" campaign.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:34 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:34:49 GMT
Hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts will attend this year's Street Vibrations Spring Rally June 7-9 in Sparks for three days of live entertainment, death defying stunt shows and more.More >>
Hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts will attend this year's Street Vibrations Spring Rally June 7-9 in Sparks for three days of live entertainment, death defying stunt shows and more.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:01 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:01:19 GMT
The Federal Election Commission says former U.S. Sen. John Ensign has agreed to pay a $32,000 civil penalty over a payment made by his parents to his one-time mistress.More >>
The Federal Election Commission says former U.S. Sen. John Ensign has agreed to pay a $32,000 civil penalty over a payment made by his parents to his one-time mistress.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:00 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:00:40 GMT
Nevada Department of Wildlife officials say tests have confirmed that three New Zealand mudsnails are living in at least a one-mile section of the river in Sparks. More >>
Nevada Department of Wildlife officials say tests have confirmed that three New Zealand mudsnails are living in at least a one-mile section of the river in Sparks. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:47 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:47:04 GMT
The Reno Fire Department is stressing the importance of residents creating defensible space around their homes to lessen the threat of wildfires.More >>
The Reno Fire Department is stressing the importance of residents creating defensible space around their homes to lessen the threat of wildfires.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:44:31 GMT
The Supreme Court said Monday it will hear a new case on the intersection of religion and government in a dispute over prayers used to open public meetings.More >>
The Supreme Court said Monday it will hear a new case on the intersection of religion and government in a dispute over prayers used to open public meetings.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:31 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:31:06 GMT
Harvey Whittemore's trial continues in federal court on charges he broke federal campaign finance laws by funneling nearly $150,000 to Sen. Reid's re-election campaign.More >>
Harvey Whittemore's trial continues in federal court on charges he broke federal campaign finance laws by funneling nearly $150,000 to Sen. Reid's re-election campaign.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:54 PM EDT2013-05-18 16:54:13 GMT
Nevada wildlife officials say they were forced to euthanize a bear that entered an Incline Village condominium because the bruin posed a danger to the public. More >>
Nevada wildlife officials say they were forced to euthanize a bear that entered an Incline Village condominium because the bruin posed a danger to the public. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:48:46 GMT
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy says a total of 60 people have been taken to hospitals with injuries from a collision between two New York-area commuter trains.More >>
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy says a total of 60 people have been taken to hospitals with injuries from a collision between two New York-area commuter trains.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:44:22 GMT
The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority is launching a new campaign it hopes will bring in the next wave of tourists called Northern Nevada Motor Madness.More >>
The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority is launching a new campaign it hopes will bring in the next wave of tourists called Northern Nevada Motor Madness.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:30:12 GMT
Personal safety should always be a priority, but in light of the recent violent crimes in our area many are re-thinking the steps they should take to keep their families and homes safe as well. More >>
Personal safety should always be a priority, but in light of the recent violent crimes in our area many are re-thinking the steps they should take to keep their families and homes safe as well.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:54:01 GMT
Legislative money panels have approved Gov. Brian Sandoval's budget proposal for K-12 education, establishing $2.8 billion in general fund support for the upcoming two years.More >>
Legislative money panels have approved Gov. Brian Sandoval's budget proposal for K-12 education, establishing $2.8 billion in general fund support for the upcoming two years.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:11:55 GMT
The bill changes the city charters of Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Henderson and how elections for city council or board of supervisors are conducted.More >>
The bill changes the city charters of Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Henderson and how elections for city council or board of supervisors are conducted.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:52 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:52:43 GMT
It feels almost like being on a Hollywood movie set. There is a director, an underwater camera, make-up folks, a beautiful blonde and a sprinkling of crew members scurrying about. But it's at the Peppermill.More >>
It feels almost like being on a Hollywood movie set. There is a director, an underwater camera, make-up folks, a beautiful blonde and a sprinkling of crew members scurrying about. But it's at the Peppermill.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:45:50 GMT
More than 1,000 professional athletes will compete for more than $2.5 million in cash in this year's "Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West" starting June 20th.More >>
More than 1,000 professional athletes will compete for more than $2.5 million in cash in this year's "Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West" starting June 20th.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:41 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:41:07 GMT
Officers across the Silver State will be looking for drivers who don't buckle up during a "Click it or Ticket" campaign over the next few weeks.More >>
Officers across the Silver State will be looking for drivers who don't buckle up during a "Click it or Ticket" campaign over the next few weeks.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:07 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:07:39 GMT
The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board of Trustees voted unanimously Thursday to hire Marily Mora as new CEO. She'll replace retiring Krys Bart this July.More >>
The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board of Trustees voted unanimously Thursday to hire Marily Mora as new CEO. She'll replace retiring Krys Bart this July. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:02 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:02:09 GMT
As second top Internal Revenue Service official has announced plans to leave the agency amid the controversy over the targeting of tea party groups. More >>
As second top Internal Revenue Service official has announced plans to leave the agency amid the controversy over the targeting of tea party groups. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:51 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:51:17 GMT
With the summer season approaching, agencies are asking residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal when living in or visiting bear country.More >>
With the summer season approaching, agencies are asking residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal when living in or visiting bear country.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:59:51 GMT
California's POWERBALL and Mega Millions jackpot is now at a combined $550 million. POWERBALL's drawing is tonight while Mega Millions is Friday night.More >>
California's POWERBALL and Mega Millions jackpot is now at a combined $550 million. POWERBALL's drawing is tonight while Mega Millions is Friday night.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:34:35 GMT
President Obama says the acting commissioner of the IRS Steven Miller, has submitted his resignation in the aftermath of an investigation that found the agency improperly targeted conservative groups.More >>
President Obama says the acting commissioner of the IRS Steven Miller, has submitted his resignation in the aftermath of an investigation that found the agency improperly targeted conservative groups.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:33:09 GMT
A 12-year-old boy accused of fatally stabbing his 8-year-old sister in their Central California home has appeared in closed juvenile court proceedings to hear charges against him.More >>
A 12-year-old boy accused of fatally stabbing his 8-year-old sister in their Central California home has appeared in closed juvenile court proceedings to hear charges against him.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:58 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:58:43 GMT
Sparks City Manager Shaun Carey has announced that Sparks Deputy Police Chief Brian Allen as his choice to become the City's next Chief of Police. Deputy Chief Allen will replace retiring Chief Steve Keefer.More >>
Sparks City Manager Shaun Carey has announced that Sparks Deputy Police Chief Brian Allen as his choice to become the City's next Chief of Police. Deputy Chief Allen will replace retiring Chief Steve Keefer.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:54:36 GMT
The last few days haven't been easy on the Fernley community, after four people were found killed in a neighborhood, and another off Interstate 80.More >>
The last few days haven't been easy on the Fernley community, after four people were found killed in a neighborhood, and another off Interstate 80.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:47 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:47:39 GMT
Wildlife biologists say a non-native snail has turned up in the Truckee River – and could negatively impact the river's trout population, among other things.More >>
Wildlife biologists say a non-native snail has turned up in the Truckee River – and could negatively impact the river's trout population, among other things.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:57 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:57:48 GMT
CBS is making a few nips and tucks to network television's most successful schedule, including adding a comedy with Robin Williams playing an unorthodox advertising executive.More >>
CBS is making a few nips and tucks to network television's most successful schedule, including adding a comedy with Robin Williams playing an unorthodox advertising executive.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:46:31 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board voted to recommend to all 50 states that they lower the blood alcohol content for driving under the influence.More >>
The National Transportation Safety Board wants all 50 states to lower the blood alcohol level that would be used to constitute drunk driving.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:40:38 GMT
Adam Lenon was the starting kicker at McQueen High School. In college, he had a brief stint with UNLV. These days, he's quickly becoming known as "The Trick Kicker."More >>
Adam Lenon was the starting kicker at McQueen High School. In college, he had a brief stint with UNLV. These days, he's quickly becoming known as "The Trick Kicker."More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:20:38 GMT
The Secondary School Principals Association of Nevada has named Tasha Fuson, principal at Spanish Springs High School, as Nevada's High School Principal of the Year.More >>
The Secondary School Principals Association of Nevada has named Tasha Fuson, principal at Spanish Springs High School, as Nevada's High School Principal of the Year.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 1:59 PM EDT2013-05-13 17:59:22 GMT
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada is asking for your help to help others with hygiene kit donations. What they need and where you can donate.More >>
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada is asking for your help to help others with hygiene kit donations. What they need and where you can donate.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 1:43 PM EDT2013-05-07 17:43:40 GMT
Washoe County Regional Animal Services is offering free microchipping services at several locations this month. One is being held Tuesday at Scolari's parking lot in Sparks.More >>
Washoe County Regional Animal Services is offering free microchipping services at several locations this month. One is being held Tuesday at Scolari's parking lot in Sparks.More >>
Thursday, April 18 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-04-18 23:07:24 GMT
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada is asking the community for non-perishable food donations to give away at its upcoming "Thanksgiving in May."More >>
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada is asking the community for non-perishable food donations to give away at its upcoming "Thanksgiving in May."More >>
Wednesday, April 17 2013 2:12 PM EDT2013-04-17 18:12:57 GMT
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in locating a runaway juvenile from Austin's House, who has been missing since April 9th.More >>
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in locating a runaway juvenile from Austin's House, who has been missing since April 9th.More >>
Citing a lack of leads, a police agency said Monday that it is closing the active investigation of the disappearance of Susan Powell, a Utah mother whose now-dead husband was a prime suspectMore >>
Newly released police records show that Utah officials believe Josh Powell likely killed his wife and that his brother, Michael Powell, helped dispose of the body, but authorities felt they didn't have enough evidence to...More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:14 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:14:23 GMT
When something this devastating happens, it effects people nationwide. Even here at Channel 2, our news team has family members living in the Oklahoma City area who witnessed the tornado first-hand.More >>
When something this devastating happens, it effects people nationwide. Even here at Channel 2, our news team has family members living in the Oklahoma City area who witnessed the tornado first-hand.More >>
A high-tech startup is wading into the gun control debate with a cellphone controller that would allow gun owners to know when their weapon is being moved - and disable it remotely.More >>
A high-tech startup is wading into the gun control debate with a cellphone controller that would allow gun owners to know when their weapon is being moved - and disable it remotely.More >>
A Las Vegas man has pleaded guilty to fraud charges in connection with the embezzlement of $5.6 million from the prominent builder of residential high-rises in Vegas over nearly five years.More >>
A Las Vegas man has pleaded guilty to fraud charges in connection with the embezzlement of $5.6 million from the prominent builder of residential high-rises in Vegas over nearly five years.More >>
A Salt Lake City man who briefly escaped from Nevada police by climbing through a patrol car window is behind bars in West Wendover on a series of drug and escape charges.More >>
A Salt Lake City man who briefly escaped from Nevada police by climbing through a patrol car window is behind bars in West Wendover on a series of drug and escape charges.More >>
Apple's CEO is disputing assertions by a Senate panel that the company avoids billions of dollars in U.S. taxes by shifting profits to foreign affiliates.More >>
Apple's CEO is disputing assertions by a Senate panel that the company avoids billions of dollars in U.S. taxes by shifting profits to foreign affiliates.More >>
A high-tech startup is wading into the gun control debate with a cellphone controller that would allow gun owners to know when their weapon is being moved - and disable it remotely.More >>
A high-tech startup is wading into the gun control debate with a cellphone controller that would allow gun owners to know when their weapon is being moved - and disable it remotely.More >>
A defense contractor at Camp Pendleton has been sentenced to six months in prison for his role in the theft of pricey medical equipment intended for overseas Marines. The U.S. attorney in San Diego said Michael Tuisee...More >>
University of California medical center workers have begun a two-day strike that could involve thousands of employees and prompted postponement of some surgeries.More >>
University of California medical center workers have begun a two-day strike that could involve thousands of employees and prompted postponement of some surgeries.More >>
Prosecutors say they are considering appealing a judge's decision to reduce a jury's verdict of second-degree murder against a man who killed a houseguest and buried him in his Southern California backyard.More >>
Prosecutors say they are considering appealing a judge's decision to reduce a jury's verdict of second-degree murder against a man who killed a houseguest and buried him in his Southern California backyard.More >>
Carol Burnett, who became famous for playing a variety of characters in sketch comedy routines on her namesake television show, has been named the winner of the nation's top humor prize.More >>
Carol Burnett, who became famous for playing a variety of characters in sketch comedy routines on her namesake television show, has been named the winner of the nation's top humor prize.More >>
Crowds of visitors were cleared out of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after a man put a letter on the altar of the 850-year-old monument Tuesday, pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head, the cathedral's...More >>
Some 1,500 visitors were cleared out of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after a man put a letter on the altar of the 850-year-old monument Tuesday, pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head.More >>
A Senate panel says Apple Inc. is avoiding paying billions of dollars in U.S. taxes, but the world's most valuable company says it is complying with the laws and pays "an extraordinary amount" in taxes to the...More >>
Apple's CEO is disputing assertions by a Senate panel that the company avoids billions of dollars in U.S. taxes by shifting profits to foreign affiliates.More >>
The former head of the Internal Revenue Service heads to Capitol Hill on Tuesday, giving lawmakers their first opportunity to question the man who ran the agency when agents were improperly targeting tea party groups.More >>
The man who led the Internal Revenue Service when it was giving extra scrutiny to tea party and other conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status told Congress on Tuesday that he knew little about what was happening while...More >>
The Army private who gave more than 700,000 secret U.S. documents to WikiLeaks is back in court for the last scheduled hearing before his military trial next month.More >>
Prosecutors say they will accept an Army private's guilty plea to a lesser version of one of the 22 counts he faces.More >>
Rescue crews are working through the night after a monstrous tornado barreled through the Oklahoma City suburbs, demolishing an elementary school and reducing homes to piles of splintered wood.More >>
Emergency crews searched the broken remnants of an Oklahoma City suburb Tuesday for survivors of a massive tornado that flattened homes and demolished an elementary school. At least 24 people were killed, including at least...More >>
The parents and guardians stood in the muddy grass outside a suburban Oklahoma City church, listening intently as someone with a bullhorn called out the names of children who were being dropped off - survivors of...More >>
The parents and guardians stood in the muddy grass outside a suburban Oklahoma City church, listening as someone with a bullhorn called out the names of children who were being dropped off - survivors of a deadly tornado...More >>
The state medical examiner's office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including seven children.More >>
The state medical examiner's office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including nine children.More >>
Citing a lack of leads, a police agency said Monday that it is closing the active investigation of the disappearance of Susan Powell, a Utah mother whose now-dead husband was a prime suspectMore >>
Newly released police records show that Utah officials believe Josh Powell likely killed his wife and that his brother, Michael Powell, helped dispose of the body, but authorities felt they didn't have enough evidence to...More >>
The Israeli military says gunfire from Syria hit an Israeli patrol on the Golan Heights overnight, damaging a vehicle and prompting the troops to fire back.More >>
Israel's military chief issued a stern warning to Bashar Assad on Tuesday, saying the Syrian leader would "bear the consequences" of any more attacks on Israeli forces near the Syrian border.More >>
Three members of Lebanon's militant Hezbollah group died of wounds sustained while fighting for control of strategic Syrian town near the Lebanese border, activists said Tuesday, as the battle in the area raged...More >>
Backed by elite troops of Lebanon's militant Hezbollah group, Syrian government forces fought rebels in a strategic opposition-held Syrian town near the Lebanese border for the third straight day Tuesday.More >>
Egypt's president has signed a new tax law that cuts the amount paid by poorer Egyptians while increasing taxes on small and medium-sized businesses.More >>
Egypt's president has signed a new tax law that cuts the amount paid by poorer Egyptians while increasing taxes on small and medium-sized businesses.More >>
The Senate is debating cuts to the federally subsidized crop insurance program as it considers a massive farm bill this week.More >>
The farm bill the Senate is considering this week would cut some farm subsidies but also expand government-subsidized crop insurance, a safety net used by many farmers in case of bad weather or lost revenue.More >>
A Senate panel says Apple Inc. is avoiding paying billions of dollars in U.S. taxes, but the world's most valuable company says it is complying with the laws and pays "an extraordinary amount" in taxes to the...More >>
Apple's CEO is disputing assertions by a Senate panel that the company avoids billions of dollars in U.S. taxes by shifting profits to foreign affiliates.More >>
The former head of the Internal Revenue Service heads to Capitol Hill on Tuesday, giving lawmakers their first opportunity to question the man who ran the agency when agents were improperly targeting tea party groups.More >>
The man who led the Internal Revenue Service when it was giving extra scrutiny to tea party and other conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status told Congress on Tuesday that he knew little about what was happening while...More >>
A new poll finds that teens are sharing more about themselves on social media. They're also moving increasingly to Twitter to avoid their parents and the "oversharing" that they see on Facebook.More >>
A new poll finds that teens are sharing more about themselves on social media. They're also moving increasingly to Twitter to avoid their parents and the "oversharing" that they see on Facebook.More >>
Jamie Dimon, the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, says last year's $6 billion trading loss had been expensive and "extremely embarrassing," but he also asked shareholders not to fixate on the issue.More >>
Shareholders at JPMorgan Chase will let Jamie Dimon, the chairman and CEO, keep both his jobs.More >>
Even though the weather was poor, Home Depot posted an 18 percent increase in its net income for the first quarter thanks to the ongoing housing recovery.More >>
Home Depot Inc.'s first-quarter net income rose 18 percent, thanks to the ongoing housing recovery, despite a chilly and wet spring.More >>
