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🌱Catalytic Converter Thefts + Sparks' Search For Murder Suspect

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Happy Thursday, people of Reno! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in Reno today.

First, today's weather:

Cool with plenty of sunshine. High: 63 Low: 37.

Here are the top stories in Reno today:

  1. The Reno City Council is taking steps to crack down on the theft of vehicle catalytic converters. Thieves are stealing the devices and selling them for the rare, precious metals inside them. When the thieves cut the catalytic converters from the vehicle, the owner is left with repair bills that can cost thousands. (KOLO)
  2. Sparks Police need your help finding a woman wanted in a murder case. Police say Katrina Cavahlo was involved in a fight that led to the shooting death of 24-year-old Vintell Johnson this past February at an apartment on El Rancho Drive. Police say Cavahlo is considered armed and dangerous. (KTVN)
  3. The Washoe County Health District is now offering all three COVID-19 booster shots —Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson — but it's also causing some confusion at the County's vaccine distribution pod. (KOLO)
  4. The Reno Fire Department is giving away 600 free rakes (limited to two per household) to assist residents with yard clean-up and keeping their home fire safe. (KTVN)
  5. Do you have some extra candy lying around? The Nevada Humane Society could use your help this Halloween weekend. (KRNV My News 4)

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— Rachel Kilimnik

About me: Rachel is a born-and-raised New Yorker who recently relocated to the mountains in the west. She is a freelance copywriter for the content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and is assisting Patch.com with community newsletter curation. During her free time, you can find Rachel roller skating, making pottery, drinking tea, and tending to her growing collection of houseplants.

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