KOLO 8 News Now

01/25/2025

Counterfeit airbags are a growing problem in used cars, and most drivers have no idea if one is installed in their vehicle.

Counterfeit airbags are a growing problem with at least three deaths linked to fake parts. Our investigators uncover how you can protect yourself.

01/25/2025

“No marriage, no kids. It feels like family when I’m here.”

A Minnesota hospital volunteer has put in 43,566 unpaid hours at a place that feels like home to him.

01/25/2025

More than halfway through this Sports Caravan basketball season.

Friday’s action was some of the best we’ve seen this year.

Our team had 13 games and there is a ton of movement in our Great 8 standings:

Reno High's Brookesly Wilson sets up for a 3-pointer in the Huskies 65-43 win over Reed

01/25/2025

Charles “Chuck” Weller is a senior judge in Nevada, having retired after serving three elected terms as a district court judge here in Reno

"World War II and Nevada: the Silver State’s Contribution to Victory" is thought to be the only book about the war through the eye of Nevadans.

01/25/2025

Here's your chance to make some eight-legged friends!

Check out this Spider Party and consider getting one as pet

01/25/2025

Trump will be in Vegas on Saturday

President Donald Trump will visit Circa Casino Saturday for his first visit to Nevada since re-election.

01/25/2025

The Nevada Department of Agriculture says they have detected Avian Flu in dairy cattle in Churchill County

The Nevada Department of Agriculture says they have detected Avian Flu in dairy cattle in Churchill County.

01/25/2025

The Douglas County School Board has announced the hiring of a new law firm to replace Joey Gilbert.

01/25/2025

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect who they say stole a gaming console from the Target in Carson City.

01/25/2025

Nevada has the highest concentration of tipped workers in the nation

Small Business owners react to no the Tax on Tips Act

01/24/2025

Secret Witness is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspect(s) in this homicide investigation.

Investigators are working with Lassen County deputies

01/24/2025

Maddie was one of the very first dogs at Liberty Dogs to get her service dog-in training vests. After her training is officially complete, she will be matched with a disabled veteran in our community. If you'd like to get involved, click here: https://www.libertydogs.org/

All costs are covered.

01/24/2025

Some of our viewers reached out to us asking about this streak of light that could be seen over our area. It appears to be the aftermath of the launch of a Falcon 9 rocket that took off from Vandenberg Air Base in California around 6:00 a.m. Photo by Lori Cramer.

01/24/2025

Statement from Sheriff Darin Balaam of Washoe County:

“The safety and security of our community is my top priority. The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is committed to providing fair and professional law enforcement services to protect everyone we serve. Assisting in the apprehension of violent criminals is a must to ensure the safety of our citizens.

“Immigration enforcement is the responsibility of federal agencies. Our role is limited to assisting only when necessary to address public safety concerns. If a specific request is made by ICE or another federal agency, we will provide support services as required during their operations. However, we do not question the immigration status of victims or witnesses of crimes, as their safety and cooperation are essential to our mission.

“We remain dedicated to upholding the highest standards of public service while fostering a safe and secure environment for all residents of Washoe County.”
-Sheriff Darin Balaam

For further information on Washoe County Sheriff’s Office’s policy on Immigration, please visit:
https://washoecountyso.qualtraxcloud.com/ShowDocument.aspx?ID=28265

01/24/2025

The FBI is releasing new information about a suspect they say robbed a bank in Reno.

01/24/2025

Two teens have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery at the El Paso Market and Liquor in Reno

Two teens have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery.

01/24/2025

The valley floor could see some snow this weekend. See how much could blanket the area

For the full forecast, head to KOLOTV.com

01/24/2025

KOLO CARES: The public is invited to a free community safety fair Saturday, January 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 2955 North Rock Blvd. in Sparks.

It’s designed to prepare the public for the next natural disaster or other problems before they happen.

Click https://shorturl.at/RsvPm for more details.

The public is invited to a free community safety fair Saturday, January 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 2955 North Rock Blvd. in Sparks.