The nights are long this month, so there are more hours for premium star viewing—and lots of planets will be visible.

Here’s an example of something voters may not realize they’ve greenlit: Late January and February of next year could be among the most chaotic months in our nation’s history as far as the federal ...

To keep warm, unsheltered people sometimes burn trash, wood, kerosene or other flammable substances they can find. These can produce toxic fumes, and fires can sometimes spread out of control.

It’s time to soak in some carols and turn on some twinkly lights. Fortunately, the Reno area is bursting with holiday theater, dance and musical performances guaranteed to lift your spirits ...

After a three-decade break, the Silver Belt returned in 2024, and it is again an annual event. The next installment is April 3-5, 2025, when freeride skiers (those who ski on natural, ungroomed ...

While the proceedings are flawed, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are pure dynamite strapped to a nuclear bomb as Galinda and Elphaba, young sorcery students on their way to being the Good Witch and ...

One bill would ban the federal government from using search warrants and subpoenas to go after journalists. Another would give the president the unilateral ability to attack nonprofits.

The tundra swans that swoop into town for winter are a magnet for birders—including kids and beginners—and an indicator of the health of local wetlands.

We don’t know yet which of Donald Trump’s cabinet picks will stick when he takes office in January. We can’t predict which of his proposed policies will be mere campaign bluster, and which will ...

Ridley Scott can still make a great-looking picture, but Gladiator II lacks the emotional punch that peak Russell Crowe helped deliver in the original.

We bet there are a few people on your holiday shopping list who could use a dose of Reno nostalgia. An author, two artists and a former city of Reno employee with an eye for midcentury charm have ...

Ready to shop local—and do it creatively? Check out Reno’s horror-themed gift shop, newest bookstore and affordable goth dress shop—all of which opened this year.