New Nevada laws took effect Jan. 1, including requirements for food delivery apps to verify restaurant licenses and health permits. Other measures address newborn screening, AI disclosure in campaigns and election language access. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2026/01/neva...

Congress passed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, approving funding for Nevada military projects including a C-130 hangar in Reno, upgrades at Naval Air Station Fallon and a 3.8% pay raise for service members. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2026/01/neva... #thisisreno

This year was a whirlwind, so much so that we can’t remember each of the hundreds of stories we reported. But based on our web stats, these are the most popular stories on This Is Reno for 2025. 👉 Read more on This Is Reno: buff.ly/dx4dHAH

We continue our end-of-year wrap-ups with this year’s installment of the Reno newsmakers of the year. These are people who drew headlines not just locally but occasionally internationally. Or, they advanced issues that generated headlines. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/reno...

It’s your last meal (of 2025), so why not treat it with the reverence it deserves? Reno establishments have concocted impressive menus of celebratory farewell meals as we tick from Dec. 31, 2025, to Jan. 1, 2026. 👉 Subscribe to read: thisisreno.com/2025/12/reno...

Here are the top news stories of 2025 that were either only reported by us, or they received scant coverage by other sources. Historically, each of these stories would have made local or national headlines. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/unde...

We mouthed off a lot in 2025 by way of weekly editorials and podcasts, and here are our top five most read editorial articles we wrote this year: thisisreno.com/2025/12/top-...

Here are the first of the top 10 news stories of 2025 that were either only reported by us, or they received scant coverage by other sources. Historically, each of these stories would have made local or national headlines. In the age of growing news deserts, we’re fortunate they were covered at all.

In the last days of 2025, we’re spotlighting the top reader opinions, our favorite photos of the year, the most underreported stories and our top 10 reports in 2025. Community members had a lot to say this year --- about the city council, NV Energy and the state's education system.

In the last days of 2025, we’re spotlighting the top reader opinions, our favorite photos of the year, the most underreported stories and our top 10 stories from 2025. We've published dozens of images from the past year that were standouts. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/favo...

🔊 Our top podcast episodes of 2025 drew record listenership after This Is Reno Radio relaunched in September, focusing on underreported Reno news, police transparency and local government issues. More end-of-year coverage is publishing daily. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/top-...

NV program helps teens with disabilities become advocates through the Nevada Youth Action Council, which builds leadership skills, supports smoother transitions to adulthood and ensures youth voices are included in decisions. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/yout... #thisisreno

Nevada Health Link is declining to release enrollment data until open enrollment ends Jan. 15, as premiums rise and subsidies expire. Health care navigators say more Nevadans are opting out of coverage due to cost. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno #renonews

Minato Sushi and Bar remains a South Reno favorite for no-frills all-you-can-eat sushi, with a wide menu of rolls, nigiri, appetizers and cooked options. Lunch is $25.99 and dinner is $30.99. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/mina... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

The Nevada Supreme Court today determined Washoe County’s Second Judicial District Court misinterpreted laws and rules when it determined all files in the 2024 Rupert Murdoch trust case could be withheld from public view. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva...

Washoe County Commissioner Mike Clark said the next Community Homelessness Advisory Board meeting may be its last. The Feb. 9, 2026 meeting will include discussion of the board’s future after members questioned its purpose. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/comm... #thisisreno

The Washoe County School District Board of Trustees approved a calendar change aligning the start date for kindergarten and Pre-K students with other elementary grades beginning in fall 2026. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wcsd... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

Nevada opened Mountain West play with an 81-66 win over Boise State on Saturday at Lawlor Events Center, extending its winning streak to five. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews #renotahoe #journalism

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a difficult but meaningful year for independent journalism. Despite pressure and pushback, we kept reporting stories we believe serve our community. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/jour... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

Purchases of homes by investors fell a whopping 20 percent year over year in the third quarter of this year, the largest drop out of any major metro region in the country during that time period, according to Redfin.

A regional fire services study moved forward in December as Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District reported grant-funded equipment, staffing reductions and ongoing wildfire prevention efforts across Washoe County. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/tmfp... #thisisreno #renonews

Washoe County commissioners approved a new Longley Lane lease that will more than double the registrar of voters’ space and consolidate election offices, records and equipment in one location. 👉 Subscribe to read more on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wash... #thisisreno #renonews #reno

Experts are warning Nevada consumers about a rise in holiday scams targeting online shopping, travel and charitable donations through fake ads and messages. ring the holidays. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/holi... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews

A groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of construction on a small arms military firing range in Hawthorne. Officials said the $20 million project will be the only approved Army qualifications range in Nevada. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/hawt... #thisisreno #renonews #reno

The sudden departure of Nevada State Water Engineer Adam Sullivan raises concerns about political pressure and water policy as powerful interests seek scarce resources. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews

Vandalism at Our Center and a Rainbow Bridge installation has raised concerns about anti-LGBTQ+ bigotry in Reno. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/reno... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews #renotahoe #journalism #northernnevada #renoheartsyou

Applications are now open for the Nevada State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program, a USDA-approved effort from the Nevada Department of Agriculture to expand local meat processing and sales under state inspection. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno #renonews

Nevada’s Secretary of State is mailing postcards to active registered voters with key 2026 election dates and a voting prep checklist. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews #renotahoe #journalism #northernnevada

Thousands gathered at Northern Nevada cemeteries for Wreaths Across America Day. The largest ceremony at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery drew about 2,200 visitors honoring veterans and their service. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wrea... #thisisreno #renonews

K-12 enrollment in Nevada public school districts fell about 2% for the 2025-26 school year, with all but three districts reporting declines, according to Nevada Department of Education data. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

Two lawsuits are challenging the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada over its approval of NV Energy’s rate case. The legal actions target new demand-based billing and changes to rooftop solar compensation in Southern Nevada. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno

The Eldorado Showroom has debuted a new Christmas production, “Jingle Bell Rock.” The music-focused holiday show features a refreshed format and runs through Dec. 28. 👉 Subscribe to read more on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/jing... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity

There is a diverse lineup of events in Reno this week that range from Handel’s Messiah & Holiday Favorites to the Retro Radio Dolls Christmas Special. 👉 Visit Reno's most popular events calendar on This Is Reno.

Nevada State Engineer Adam Sullivan is leaving his post, with no explanation from state officials. Appointed in 2021, he oversaw water rights and permitting as demand increased statewide. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/sull... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful is seeking volunteers for its annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program, running Dec. 26 through Jan. 11, 2026, at locations in Reno and Sparks. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/volu... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews

Nevada maintained a B- grade on the Giffords Law Center’s 2025 gun safety scorecard, marking the third year with the same ranking as legislative momentum has slowed. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/giff... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews

This week’s Barber Brief focuses on downtown Reno development and the importance of supporting local journalism, reading widely and thinking critically about coverage that goes beyond press releases. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/jaco... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

#Editorial: A couple members of the Community Homelessness Advisory Board are asking whether the board should exist. We argue the people sitting on the board who exemplify inaction, hostility and apathy over vision and leadership are the ones that need to go

Reno City Council approved a pilot program to deploy autonomous drones as first responders. Police say the drones can reach emergency scenes in about 70 seconds, provide live video and carry medical or rescue equipment. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/dron... #thisisreno #renonews

Washoe County School District trustees approved the final $100 million issuance of WC-1 school improvement bonds, adjusted enrollment boundaries for nine schools and renewed the High Desert Montessori charter for three years. 👉 Subscribe to read more on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wash...

Reno’s finance director warned that one-time savings will not fix the city’s projected $24 million budget deficit for fiscal year 2027, as most proposed solutions rely on temporary funds. 👉 Subscribe to read more on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/reno... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

Parents urged the Reno City Council to support the “Wait Until 8th” initiative, a community effort encouraging families to delay smartphones for kids, citing mental health risks and growing local participation. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wait... #thisisreno #renonews #reno

The Regional Fire Services Study Board voted to advance a $381,000 consulting contract for a fire services study in northern Nevada. 👉 Subscribe to read more on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv #biggestlittlecity #localnews #renotahoe #journalism

Nevada closed out nonconference play with its fourth straight win, edging Duquesne 78-75 at Lawlor Events Center. The Wolf Pack enter Mountain West play at 8-3 and will host Boise State next Saturday to open conference action. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/neva... #thisisreno

Washoe County commissioners will consider fire code updates, land use ordinances, infrastructure contracts and grant approvals at their Tuesday meeting, along with financial updates and public hearings. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wash... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

A misogynistic remark by a Las Vegas construction union leader on a podcast has sparked criticism from Assemblymember Selena La Rue Hatch and advocates. Attorney General Aaron Ford, a guest on the show, said he disagreed with the comments. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/vega...

WCSD trustees approved over $21 million in new ERP contracts after terminating a previous vendor for deficient work. The district paid nearly $2 million before ending the agreement and moving to a new implementer. 👉 Subscribe to read more on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wash...

A Reno financial advisor says new investors should focus on discipline and low-risk foundations before chasing big returns. Building wealth, he says, is about long-term planning and patience. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/smar... #thisisreno #renonews #reno #renonv

Wreaths Across America ceremonies will be held Saturday morning at cemeteries across Northern Nevada, honoring veterans through the placement of wreaths on gravesites as part of a national remembrance effort. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/wrea... #thisisreno #renonews #reno

UNR aims to continue its food business center after losing $3 million in USDA funding. The center assisted 170 businesses and expanded support for producers. UNR is seeking new grants to keep programs going. 👉 More on This Is Reno: thisisreno.com/2025/12/unr-... #thisisreno #renonews #reno