Las Vegas Man Pleads Guilty to Firearm Possession
Shamar Tyrell Garcia, a convicted felon, pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm on September 1, 2026.
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2 reportsMexican National Sentenced to 5 Years for Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy in Nevada
Erick Fuentes Lopez received a mandatory minimum five-year prison sentence for distributing over 1,000 fentanyl pills.
Disaster Declarations
13 reportsWashoe County Gets Federal Emergency Declaration for Hawk Fire
President declares emergency for Nevada county; public assistance available, but no individual aid for households.
Washoe County Fire Management Assistance Declared for Hawk Fire
Federal fire management assistance has been declared for Washoe County, covering the Hawk Fire that began Aug. 22.
Douglas County Fire Management Assistance Declaration Issued for Preacher Fire
Federal fire management assistance has been declared for Douglas County, Nevada, covering the Preacher Fire from July 24-29, 2017.
Lyon County Fire Management Assistance Declaration Announced
Federal fire management assistance has been declared for Lyon County, Nevada, covering the Upper Colony Fire.
Severe Weather
7 reportsRed Flag Warning Issued for Surprise Valley, Eastern Lassen County, Northern Washoe County
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning effective September 1, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. PDT.
Extreme Heat Warning Extended Through Friday for Lake Havasu, Las Vegas, and Death Valley
The National Weather Service has extended the Extreme Heat Warning for portions of southern Nevada, northwest Arizona, and southeast California, including Lake Havasu, Las Vegas, and Death Valley, through 8 p.m. PDT/MST Friday.
Extreme Heat Warning Extended Through Saturday for Pima, Cochise, Santa Cruz Counties
The National Weather Service has extended an Extreme Heat Warning for portions of the Southwest, including Pima, Cochise, and Santa Cruz counties, now lasting through Saturday evening.
Red Flag Warning Issued for Surprise Valley, Eastern Lassen County, Northern Washoe County
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for August 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. PDT.
Recalls & Safety Alerts
1 reportFDA Closes Recall of Nutrient Foods Cocoa Crunch Cereal Over Undeclared Soy
The FDA has completed the recall of Protein Cereal Cocoa Crunch kits distributed in ten states because soy was not declared on the label.
Wildfires
9 reportsHawk Wildfire in Nevada Grows to 15,051 Acres, 27% Contained
The Hawk wildfire in Nevada has expanded to 15,051 acres, with crews reporting 27% containment, according to the National Interagency Fire Center.
Sombrero Fire in Nevada Grows to 1,000 Acres; Cause Undetermined
The National Interagency Fire Center reports the Sombrero Fire in Nevada has burned 1,000 acres as of August 24, 2026; no containment figure has been reported.
Oxley Fire in Nevada Grows to 2,000 Acres, Cause Listed as Natural
The National Interagency Fire Center reports the Oxley Fire has reached 2,000 acres with no containment figure yet.
Hawk Wildfire in Nevada Grows to 2,500 Acres; Cause Undetermined
The Hawk wildfire in Nevada has grown to 2,500 acres, according to the National Interagency Fire Center.
Plane Crashes
1 reportTwo Killed in Piper PA-32-300 Crash Near Empire, Nevada
The National Transportation Safety Board's accident record lists two people on board and two fatalities in the May 17, 2026 crash; the cause has not been determined.