Author: TheNevadaGlobeStaff

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (702 Times, NV Globe) – Police detained a fourth individual in connection with a “violent targeted robbery” that killed a 24-year-old woman in March. According to court documents, Brandyn Smith, 35, is charged with murder, kidnapping, robbery, conspiracy to commit robbery, and home burglary. Michael Overton, 31,...

RENO, Nev. (775 Times, NV Globe) – A mountain lion attacked a 14-year-old girl as she was walking her dog in south Reno. The incident occurred on Terry Way in the foothills of south Reno on November 10, according to Nevada Department of Wildlife officials. Officials with the Department of...

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (702 Times, NV Globe) – A mother who murdered her 7-year-old autistic son last year was sentenced to 28 years to life in jail on Thursday morning. Samantha Moreno-Rodriguez, 36, pled guilty earlier this year to homicide and child abuse, neglect, or endangerment resulting in serious bodily damage....

RENO, Nev. (775 Times, NV Globe) – Washoe County now has a new ‘dangerous dog’ code that governs whether aggressive or violent canines may be returned to their owners. It affects a small number of canines judged dangerous by law enforcement or animal services, generally after biting someone or attacking...

TAHOE, Nev. (775 Times, NV Globe) – North Lake Tahoe had a busy day on Saturday, with four ski resorts declaring their openings. Skiers and riders were welcomed back sooner than planned at Granlibakken, Kirkwood, Heavenly, and Northstar. Winter storm systems dumped more than 40 inches of snow across the...

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (702 Times, NV Globe) – The city council of Las Vegas is going forward with plans to build an African American museum and cultural center on the city’s Historic Westside. Council members decided on Wednesday to authorize a contract with Gallagher & Associates, the organization behind The...

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (702 Times, NV Globe) – “Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day” was observed on Monday. The event was designed to remember the day in 1960 when Bridges became the first African American youngster to attend an all-white public school. Before school, students from all around the Las...