North Lyon County fire crews say illegal fireworks are to blame for a blaze in Fernley on Tuesday night.

With tears in his eyes, an area fire chief gives thanks tonight. Chief Scott Huntley is grateful for the life-saving blood donors in our community who gave his son another chance at life. Their story and how you can be part of KTVN's Give 2 Live Blood Drive in Health Watch.

Fernley's population has more than doubled since 2000. And while that has had many benefits, it has also created some growing pains, putting pressure on some of the city's services.

Lyon County firefighters need your help with information on a Fernley house fire they believe is suspicious.

Officials are warning Fernley residents about heavy smoke coming from a 10-acre brush fire that's burning about two miles east of the city.