Benjamin Spillman
RGJ.com
Nevada, United States
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Nevada DMV suspends driving tests over virus concerns
Examiner in Las Vegas tested positive for virus. Tests to resume June 22, DMV says. → Read More
Reno Police seek help identifying suspects in attack on journalist
Journalist Don Dike-Anukam was reporting on civil unrest in downtown Reno when he was attacked. → Read More
Nevada already witnessing 'extreme fire behavior' in 2020, COVID-19 an added risk
Temperatures and fuel loads will be higher and moisture low. It adds up to dire fire season forecast from Lake Tahoe to Las Vegas to Elko. → Read More
After peaceful day in Reno, George Floyd demonstration devolved into chaos, vandalism
While more than 1,000 people peacefully demonstrated, a smaller group of protesters broke into Reno City Hall and caused extensive vandalism downtown. → Read More
Reno journalist attacked, beaten as protest turned to chaos
Journalistic duty compelled Don Dike-Anukam to document chaos in his hometown. With help from his colleagues, he survived to tell the story. → Read More
Developers: Cold Spring has more water than state acknowledged when it banned permits
Valley's 'perennial yield' more than three times higher than number state cited when imposing permit moratorium, according to developer-funded study. → Read More
Reno to consider annexing 1,000 acres in Sierra foothills, raising development concerns
City staff says annexation could net city millions of dollars in proceeds. → Read More
BLM to reopen Sand Mountain on Saturday, May 9 after COVID-19 closure
Off-road Mecca had been closed due to pandemic. → Read More
With cases rising, Nevada tribal chairman turns to YouTube to implore members to stay home
Pyramid Lake Paiute leader says no virus deaths yet on reservation: 'We want to keep it that way.' → Read More
Lake Tahoe boating to return in phases, beginning with boats that have Tahoe seal
Boats with Tahoe-safe seals will be allowed back first. → Read More
Reno lands EPA grant to assess downtown brownfield contamination
Money will fund search for contaminants on land city wants redeveloped into housing, retail, offices. → Read More
Renown to resume surgeries and procedures following COVID-19 pandemic pause
Non-emergency services have been on hold more than six weeks as Nevada copes with COVID-19 pandemic. → Read More
Nevada coronavirus updates: What we know on Saturday in Reno, Sparkes, Las Vegas
This is a breaking news story about the latest in the COVID-19 outbreak in Nevada. → Read More
Lake Tahoe beach closures extended, boat launches also remain closed amid COVID-19
People with weekend plans should verify the spots they want to visit are open. → Read More
'It is dangerous all around'; Concerns rise over lack of social distancing at Lake Tahoe
Warm weather means crowds at Lake Tahoe. That's worrying for people trying to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus. → Read More
Tahoe pair triggers helicopter mountain rescue despite urges against risky activity amid COVID-19
Skiers climbing Independence Peak in Inyo County caught in slide. Authorities previously warned against backcountry skiing during pandemic. → Read More
Native communities ask Nevadans for help during pandemic crisis
Communities turn to crowdfunding sites to seek help buying food and other essentials. → Read More
Riverbound? Be careful. A 115-year-old flume collapsed, sending debris into the Truckee
No one was injured in collapse. But kayaker reports hazardous debris in the Truckee River in Verdi, Nevada. → Read More
Grieving for Indian colony's 'Auntie Jen' complicated by COVID-19 crisis
Positive test and isolation protocol prevented Velda Lowery's family from being at her side, they connected by phone and video in final weeks. → Read More
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe wins final approval for expansion plans
Project will add new lift and 112 acres of additional ski terrain. → Read More