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In search of the Great Basin's disappearing bi-state sage grouse

Bi-state sage grouse populations are in decline. I headed out with a wildlife specialist to observe these amazing birds and their mating rituals.

 

Nevada puts winter storm costs at $10.6M; FEMA help promised

FEMA funds have been authorized for damage from flooding, landslides and mudslides in Douglas, Eureka, Lincoln, Lyon, Mineral and Storey counties.

 

What is Cinco de Mayo? Learn more about the holiday's origins and what it celebrates

Cinco de Mayo is coming up on Friday, May 5. Do you know what the holiday really stands for? We've got these details and more.

 

Ask the RGJ: How will seniors get medication deliveries during Sparks road construction?

Roadwork is expected to last into August, closing much of 4th Street in Sparks to through traffic. An elderly couple is worried about food, medicine.

 

Photos: Drag Show fundraiser for the Nevada Humane Society at Pignic

Pignic Pub & Patio hosts a drag show fundraiser for the Nevada Humane Society on April 29, 2023.

 

Watch: Reno Fire Dept. urges people to stay out of river this weekend

The Reno Fire Dept. is urging people to stay out of the Truckee River this weekend as warm weather and snowmelt will cause the water to rise.

 

With the phase out of gas-powered cars, do California communities need new gas stations?

Indio soon will have 22 gas stations for a city of roughly 90,000 people. Some residents say that's enough, as other cities ban new gas stations.

 

Megabus returns to Reno as part of major route expansion adding 75 cities

New service expands Megabus' total footprint to more than 500 cities.

 

Western wild horse numbers remain static, but overpopulated, according to BLM

The BLM released its annual wild horse and burro report. Populations continue to hover around 83,000, more than the 27,000 the agency recommends.

 

Nevada lawmakers question constitutionality of Gov. Joe Lombardo bill to modernize government

Gov. Lombardo's bill to modernize government will add more layers of oversight and threaten the system of checks and balances, according to lawmakers.

 

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