🌱 Reno Man Charged With Murder + More Winter Storms On The Way

Hey, everybody! It's me, Miranda Fraraccio, your host of the Reno Daily — here to tell you everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

A little morning rain; cloudy. High: 44 Low: 27.

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Here are the top three stories in Reno today:

1. A Reno man was charged with murder on Wedekind Road. Ray McBride, 33, was charged with open murder with a deadly weapon, being a prohibited person possessing a gun, and child endangerment. At around 11:00 p.m. police arrived at the 1600 block of Wedekind Road where they found a man who had been shot. He was declared dead at the scene. (KKOH)
2. Reno continued to be battered by vicious winter storms. Officials are warning of potential flooding, particularly around the Truckee River. The Sparks Police HOPE Team has been providing river safety and information since the storms began. They particularly focus on providing homeless members of the community with shelter during the dangerous weather. (KTVN)
3. Oscar-nominated actor Jeremy Renner is in critical but stable condition after a snow-plow accident over the weekend. According to reports, the 51-year-old "Avengers" actor was helping a stranded car outside his home before being run over by his own vehicle. The actor is currently hospitalized with orthopedic and chest injuries. (KCRA Sacramento)

Today in Reno:

• Reno Latin Dance Festival 2023 at Silver Legacy Resort Casino (9:00 AM)
• MidTown First Thursday at The Z Bar (9:00 AM)
• Daily Feedings & Presentations at The Discovery: Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (10:00 AM)
• Photo Skills: Photography On iPhone at Apple Summit Sierra (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Music, Lobelia, Cream Puff, and Colin are just a few of the sweet cats at the Nevada Humane Society look for their forever home! Come meet them and find the perfect new furry friend. (Nevada Humane Society via Facebook)
• Fil Corbitt of The Wind podcast will be at Nevada Humanities! Learn about audio elements and the power of sound. (Nevada Humanities via Facebook)
• The Reno Rodeo Foundation's Denim Drive was a huge success! Thanks to everyone who donated! (Reno Rodeo Foundation via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.