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Nevada judge returned to work a day after being attacked by defendant

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January 5, 2024

Nevada judge returned to work a day after being attacked by defendant

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A Nevada judge was back to work a day after being attacked by a defendant in a felony battery case who was captured on courtroom video charging forward and “supermanning” over the judge’s bench after it became clear that he was being sentenced to prison, a court official said Thursday.

The defendant, Deobra Redden, is scheduled to face Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus again Monday morning for his rescheduled sentencing, according to Chief Judge Jerry Wiese.

At a news conference Thursday, Wiese shared a statement from Holthus, who fell back from her seat against a wall when the defendant landed atop her and grabbed her hair, toppling an American flag onto them. Holthus suffered some injuries and was evaluated but not hospitalized, courthouse officials said.

“She wanted me to thank all of the well-wishers and others who have expressed concern for her and her staff,” Wiese said. “She is extremely grateful for those who took brave action during the attack.”

In a bloody brawl, Redden had to be wrestled off the judge Wednesday morning by her law clerk, Michael Lasso, and several court and jail officers — including some who were seen throwing punches. One courtroom marshal was hospitalized for treatment of a bleeding gash on his forehead and a dislocated shoulder, and Lasso was treated for cuts on his hands.

Wiese credited Lasso for his quick action, saying he was the “primary person” who pulled the defendant off the judge “and probably kept her from having more severe injuries.”

Redden, 30, was jailed on $54,000 bail in connection with the attack but refused to return to court on Thursday on the new charges, so a judge rescheduled his next appearance for Jan. 9. Records show that he faces 13 counts including extortion and coercion with force. Seven of the new counts are battery on a protected person, referring to the judge and officers who came to her aid.

“It happened so fast it was hard to know what to do,” said Richard Scow, the chief county district attorney, who was prosecuting Redden for allegedly attacking a person with a baseball bat last year.

District Attorney Steve Wolfson said the suspect’s criminal record is marked by mostly violent offenses and includes prior convictions for three felonies and nine misdemeanors. He said Redden should be held without bail as “an extreme danger to the community and a flight risk.”

“He’s been violent his entire adult life,” Wolfson said.

Redden’s defense attorney on Wednesday, Caesar Almase, declined to comment.

At the sentencing hearing, Redden wasn’t shackled or in jail garb because he had been released from custody as part of a deal with prosecutors, in which he pleaded guilty in November to a reduced charge of attempted battery resulting in substantial injuries. He was initially charged in the baseball bat attack with assault with a deadly weapon, court records show.

On Wednesday, he wore a white shirt and dark pants as he stood next to his attorney and asked the judge for leniency while describing himself as “a person who never stops trying to do the right thing no matter how hard it is.“

“I’m not a rebellious person,” he told the judge, adding that he doesn’t think he should be sent to prison. “But if it’s appropriate for you, then you have to do what you have to do.”

Moments later, as the judge made it clear she intended to put him behind bars, and the court marshal moved to handcuff him and take him into custody, Redden yelled expletives and charged forward. People who had been sitting with him in the courtroom audience, including his foster mother, began to scream.

Records show Redden, who lives in Las Vegas, was evaluated and found competent to stand trial in the battery case before pleading guilty to the reduced charge. He previously served prison time in Nevada on a domestic battery conviction, records show.

Holthus was a career prosecutor with more than 27 years of courthouse experience when she was elected to the state court bench in 2018.

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Nevada City to weigh water/wastewater treatment fee hikes

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January 27, 2026

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Nevada City to weigh water/wastewater treatment fee hikes

Water and wastewater users in Nevada City could see fee hikes coming down the pipe as the City of Nevada City is currently going through steps needed to do so.

According to the city staff report, water users would see a 25% increase in costs each year for the next 5 years, while wastewater use would result in a 12% increase each year for the next five years.

For example, a water user currently paying $48 bi-monthly in fees, would be paying $198.41 bi-monthly by 2030.

A current wastewater user paying $159.31 bi-monthly, would be paying $250.67 bi-monthly by 2030.

“It is necessary to periodically review rates to ensure that the City can obtain sufficient funds to develop, construct, operate, maintain, and manage its water and wastewater system on a continuing basis, in full compliance with federal, state, and local requirements,” a staff report prepared by Interim City Manager Joan Phillipe said.

Council and staff will convene on the matter at their next regularly scheduled council meeting this Wednesday January 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Nevada City Hall, 317 Broad Street.

“It is recommended that City Council select a rate option for both water and wastewater and direct staff to initiate the Proposition 218 noticing process. This will involve public engagement and noticing to receive and consider feedback regarding the proposed rates and with public meetings and a hearing as mandated by Proposition 218 for formal adoption of rate adjustments,” the staff report said.

City to look at Enterprise Fleet services

Also at Wednesday’s meeting, the city of Nevada City will consider approval of an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management to the tune of up to $400,000 per year.

“To increase fleet efficiency, reliability, and reduce expensive repair and fuel costs, staff has researched leasing options that would be a benefit to the organization,” the city staff report reads. “The City of Nevada City currently purchases all fleet vehicles on a cash basis, meaning the entire cost of each vehicle is paid at the time of purchase. This can be heavily impactful to the city as a whole and difficult to adequately budget for. Utilizing Enterprise Fleet Management would yield moderate savings while simultaneously improving fleet viability, safety, and appearance.”

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Nevada hosts newly minted MW member Grand Canyon this Tuesday

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January 26, 2026

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Nevada hosts newly minted MW member Grand Canyon this Tuesday

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – The Nevada Men’s Basketball team will host new Mountain West member Grand Canyon University this Tuesday.

The game will be played in Reno at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 27 and will be broadcast on FS1.

This will be the fourth time the two programs have played.

GCU is coming off a 68-57 win over Fresno State and are 14-6 on the season.

Meanwhile, Nevada is coming off an 80-73 loss to New Mexico on Saturday.

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22 things to do this week: Nevada-UNLV, Brew HaHa and more

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January 26, 2026

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22 things to do this week: Nevada-UNLV, Brew HaHa and more

Does it seem like everyone’s getting snow but us? While most of the country is digging out from a round of snowstorms, northwestern Nevada and the Sierra are struggling through low-precipitation conditions.

This week might bring a degree of relief, with a chance of precipitation from Wednesday through Sunday, especially around Lake Tahoe.

We might not have much of a snowpack, but the calendar is packed. Nevada men’s basketball has a pair of home games this week, including a big one on Friday night against in-state rival UNLV, and the Reno Ice Raiders will host a two-game set against San Diego. The Sierra Arts Foundation’s annual beer-and-music fundraiser is set for Saturday night, and the concert lineup includes everything from country-rock to indie to jazz and funk.

Here’s a look at the week ahead for Reno, Sparks, Lake Tahoe and northwestern Nevada as the calendar rolls into February.

Reno-Tahoe events, Jan. 26-Feb. 1

Carnival of Chaos Tour, Jan. 26: Quite a mixed bill here, as rapper Ouija Macc and Wacco The Kidd team with humorous punk/metal band Green Jelly and a troupe of wrestlers — all hosted by Insane Clown Posse member Violent J. It all begins at 6:30 p.m. at Virginia Street Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St. Tickets are $35-$40. Details at jmaxproductions.net.

Weakened Friends, Jan. 27: For a decade, this band from Portland, Maine has been beguiling indie rock fans with its post-punk influenced sound. They play at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $17-$19. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

Nevada men’s basketball vs. Grand Canyon University, Jan. 27: The Wolf Pack hosts the Lopes in a Tuesday evening matchup at Lawlor Events Center, 1664 N. Virginia St. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. For details and tickets, call 775-348-7225 or visit nevadawolfpack.com.

Dexter and the Moonrocks, Jan. 27: A country-rock group from Texas that has dubbed its sound “Western space grunge,” this band plays at 8 p.m. at Virginia Street Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St. Tickets are $30-$40. Details at jmaxproductions.net.

“Lonely Planet,” Jan. 28-31: It’s the final week for this two-person play about gay friends navigating loneliness and connection against the backdrop of the AIDS epidemic in the 1990s. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; Wednesday’s performance includes a 60-minute pre-show, “Living Memory: An Intergenerational Conversation.” It’s happening at Brüka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia St. For details and tickets, visit bruka.org.

Dave Mason, Jan. 29: The famed singer/songwriter/guitarist known for his time with Traffic, session work and a solo career will be sharing stories from his new book, “Only You Know And I Know” at this spoken-word event and will answer audience questions during this show. It takes place at 6 p.m. at Nashville Social Club, 1105 S. Carson St., Carson City. Tickets are $130-$140. Details at thenashvilleclub.com.

Your Arms Are My Cocoon, Jan. 29: A lo-fi emo-pop concoction from Chicago, this solo artist plays at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $12-$15. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

The Bunny The Bear, Jan. 29: This band from Buffalo, New York that mixes electronic music with metal plays at 8 p.m. at Club Underground, 555 E. Fourth St. Tickets are $5. Details at clubundergroundreno.com.

Sang Matiz, Jan. 29-31: With a myriad of influences, this Bay Area band combines funk and jazz with music from South American and Africa. They play at 7 p.m. the first night and 8 p.m. subsequent nights at Terrace Lounge, Peppermill Resort Casino, 2707 S. Virginia St. Details at peppermillreno.com.

“The Cottage,” Jan. 29-Feb. 1: A comedy about marriages, secrets and human relationships, set in a cottage in the English countryside. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St. For details and tickets, visit renolittletheater.org.

Nevada men’s basketball vs. UNLV, Jan. 30: It’s rivalry time! The Wolf Pack hosts the Rebels in a Friday night matchup at Lawlor Events Center, 1664 N. Virginia St. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. For details and tickets, call 775-348-7225 or visit nevadawolfpack.com.

Reno Ice Raiders vs. San Diego, Jan. 30-31: Reno’s semipro hockey team hosts the Renegades in a two-game set at Reno Ice, 15500 Wedge Parkway. For details and tickets, visit renoiceraiders.com.

Magique, Jan. 30-31: A show that blends magic, comedy and dance takes place at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Shows are at the Celebrity Showroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Avenue, Sparks. Tickets are $60-$140. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit cnty.com/nugget.

Winter Band Wars, Jan. 31: A contest show featuring 16 bands or artists from Reno. It takes place at 7 p.m. each night at Club Underground, 555 E. Fourth St. Shows are Jan. 31, Feb. 7 and 21. Tickets are $10-$20 for each show. Details at facebook.com/clubundergroundreno.

Shane Dwight, Jan. 31: The blues/Americana guitarist from Nashville will play at 7:30 p.m. at Nashville Social Club, 1105 S. Carson St., Carson City. Tickets are $30-$35. Details at thenashvilleclub.com.

Brew HaHa 2026, Jan. 31: A fundraiser for Sierra Arts Foundation, this annual event includes a live band among the beer sampling from regional brewers. It begins at 8 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom, Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Avenue, Sparks. Tickets are $75-$95. For details, call 775-356-3300 or visit cnty.com/nugget.

Hashtronaut, Jan. 31: A stoner/doom band from Colorado that’s gaining a big audience from touring, Hashtronaut plays at 8 p.m. at The Alpine, 324 E. Fourth St. Tickets are $15. Details at thealpine-reno.com.

Analog Dog, Jan. 31: Not beholden to a particular genre, but having elements of modern indie pop, jazz fusion and neo-disco, this group from San Francisco plays at 8:30 p.m. at Lo-Bar Social, 445 California Avenue. There is a $5 cover charge. Details at lobarsocial.com.

Boogie T, Jan. 31: This bass music DJ/artist, whose real name is Brock Thornton, performs at 9 p.m. at Cargo, Whitney Peak Hotel, 255 N. Virginia St. Tickets are $35-$45. For details, call 775-398-5400 or cargoreno.com.

Justin Martin, Jan. 31: Putting together a mix of bass music and house, this DJ/artist performs at 9:30 p.m. at Cypress, 761 S. Virginia St. Tickets are $25-$50. Details at freshbakin.com.

Jo Passed, Feb. 1: Led by multi-instrumentalist Jo Hirabayashi, this group from Canada on the Sub Pop roster merges indie-folk with ’70s electronic styles. They play at 7 p.m. at Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $10-$12. Details: 775-742-1858 or hollandreno.org.

WonkyWilla, Feb. 1: This bass music DJ/producer from Florida performs at 8 p.m. at The Alpine, 324 E. Fourth St. Tickets are $30-$40. Details at freshbakin.com.

Reno-Tahoe weather, Jan. 26-Feb. 1

Monday: Mostly cloudy in the morning, then partly cloudy; highs in the upper 40s to low 50s in the valleys and in the upper 30s to mid-40s at higher elevations. Partly cloudy overnight, with lows in the upper 20s in the valleys and in the mid-10s to mid-20s at higher elevations.

Tuesday: Partly cloudy, with highs in the upper 40s to mid-50s in the valleys and in the mid-40s at higher elevations. Mostly cloudy overnight, with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s in the valleys and in the 20s at higher elevations.

Wednesday: In the valleys: partly cloudy, with highs in the upper 40s to mid-50s. Around Lake Tahoe: mostly cloudy, with a slight chance of afternoon snow; highs in the low 40s. Mostly cloudy overnight, with a slight chance of rain and snow at higher elevations. Overnight lows in the upper 20s to low 30s in the valleys and in the 20s at higher elevations.

Thursday: Partly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow at higher elevations; highs in the upper 40s to mid-50s in the valleys and in the low 40s at higher elevations. Partly cloudy with a chance of precipitation overnight, with lows in the low 20s to low 30s in the valleys and in the upper 10s to upper 20s at higher elevations.

Friday: Mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 40s to upper 50s in the valleys and in the low 40s to low 50s at higher elevations. Partly cloudy with a chance of snow overnight, with lows in the mid-20s to mid-30s in the valleys and in the 20s at higher elevations.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with highs in the 50s in the valleys and in the mid-40s to mid-50s at higher elevations. In the valleys: mostly clear overnight, with lows in the mid-20s to mid-30s. Around Lake Tahoe: partly cloudy with a slight chance of snow overnight, with lows in the 20s.

Sunday: In the valleys: partly cloudy, with highs in the upper 40s to upper 50s. Around Lake Tahoe: cloudy with a chance of precipitation, with highs in the low 40s to low 50s. Cloudy overnight, with lows in the mid-20s to mid-30s in the valleys; a chance of snow around Lake Tahoe, with lows in the 20s.

Northern Nevada roads, Jan. 26-Feb. 1

Before traveling over Sierra passes, check the latest weather conditions at nvroads.com and roads.dot.ca.gov.

North McCarran Boulevard: Lane reductions will be in place on North McCarran between Keystone Avenue and Sullivan Lane as the Nevada Department of Transportation conducts crack sealing on the roadway surface. Lane reductions are set to take place through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. through 1 a.m.

West Fourth Street: Work is underway on a project to widen sidewalks, improve lighting and add ADA-compliant ramps at key locations on Fourth Street west of downtown. For more information, visit fourthstreetimprovements.com.

Mill Street, Reno: Work continues on Mill Street between I-580 and Golden Lane while crews work on utility trenching. For the latest updates, visit millstreetwidening.com.

Arlington Avenue, Reno: The bridges over the Truckee River on Arlington Avenue have been demolished, and traffic is being re-routed to nearby bridges. Replacement bridges will be completed in summer 2026.

Sparks Boulevard, Sparks: Work continues on the Sparks Boulevard Capacity Improvement Project, which will expand the route from four lanes to six on the roughly two-mile stretch between I-80 and Baring Boulevard. Expect round-the-clock lane closures between Springland/O’Callaghan Drive and Baring Boulevard through mid-March. For the latest updates, visit sparksblvdproject.com.

Mark Earnest contributed to this report.

Brett McGinness is the engagement editor for the Reno Gazette Journal. He’s also the writer of The Reno Memo — a free newsletter about news in the Biggest Little City. Subscribe to the newsletter right here. Consider supporting the Reno Gazette Journal, too.

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