The blaze was sending large plumes of smoke into the air that could be seen on Interstate 80.
Bear activity is increasing this month, and one common backyard item could be drawing them closer to home.
Officers with Washoe County Regional Animal Services responded to an emu-sing call on Thursday, when a stray emu was reported wandering through the community.
On Wednesday morning, there was plenty of honking on I-580 northbound near 5th Street, not from cars, but from geese in need of rescue.
Storey County officials are reminding the public that feeding pigeons is against the law.
From hatching eggs to making sales, students at Smith Valley Schools are learning the entire process of how to prepare turkeys for Thanksgiving.
A rescued Bald Eagle from the Tahoe region faced an unexpected outcome after examination by wildlife officials.
The May Arboretum Society is hosting an early morning 'Birds in the Garden' walk on Sunday, July 7.