ENGLEWOOD, Col — DISH Network Corporation (NASDAQ: DISH) announced that it was selected as the winning bidder in the bankruptcy court auction for substantially all of the assets of Blockbuster, Inc. DISH Network’s winning bid was valued at approximately $320 million. After certain adjustments are made at closing of the transaction, including adjustments for available […]
Washington, DC…AP..With a deadline less than two days away to avoid a government shutdown, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said Thursday that he is not nearly as optimistic in a deal getting done as he was following a White House meeting Wednesday night. (April 7)
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV….Crews have just finished clearing an accident on 89 at Alpine Meadows that affected traffic in that area. Right now and ambulance is being dispatched to Hwy 88 near Kirkwood where an accident was reported about 10 minutes ago. CHP is on scene. On US-50 a vehicle is off the roadway and awaiting […]
Senator Ted Gaines, R—Roseville, today announced that he has partnered with the Small Business Economic Impact Alliance to introduce legislation that would reduce and streamline the number of state regulations on the books, making it less costly and easier to retain and create jobs in California. “Overregulation is making it much harder for employers to […]
Lake Tahoe Area…The amazing season continues with great spring skiing. Powder is even back with the latest storm. Now is the time to head to the hills and play. The Lake Tahoe area has been rated one of the best ski destinations on the planet for good reason. It has the best combination of great […]
South Lake Tahoe, CA…There is a big rig blocking lanes on US-50 in South Lake. Also on US-50 over the pass there is a vehicle vs a tree near Fresh Pond. The Forest Service was first on scene and this one appears to be a minor injury accident. On I-80 to the north there is […]
Washington, DC…In the week ending April 2, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 382,000, a decrease of 10,000 from the previous week’s revised figure of 392,000. The 4-week moving average was 389,500, a decrease of 5,750 from the previous week’s revised average of 395,250. The advance seasonally adjusted insured unemployment rate was […]
Washington, DC—Nevada Senator Harry Reid made the following remarks today regarding budget negotiations. Below are his remarks as prepared for delivery: “The time we have left to work on a budget agreement is short. The window in which we can avoid the terrible consequences of a shutdown is closing quickly. It is no longer measured […]
Incline Village, NV…The latest chain and snow tire requirements are below. Chains are required right now on 80, 50, 88, 267, 431, 89 and 28. Please be careful out there. NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION HIGHWAY CONTROLS SUMMARY APRIL 7, 2011 7:16 AM PDT All routes are open with no controls with the following exceptions: IR80: […]
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is committed to the safety and security of the public. By limiting the availability of alcoholic beverages to minors we will reduce alcohol related accidents and/or fatalities in our county. The Enforcing the Underage Drinking Laws (EUDL) Program supports and enhances efforts by states and local jurisdictions to prohibit the […]
