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Lake Tahoe Secret Witness offers $3,000 for arrest of Manpreet Singh's murderer

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Secret Witness Program if offering a $3,000 reward leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of local gas station attendant Manpreet Singh on August 3, 2013.

“Friends and family never forget and neither should we," said El Dorado County District Attorney Vern Pierson as he asked for the public's help in solving the case.

Singh was the lone employee on the night shift at U.S. Gas on Lake Tahoe Boulevard when a gunman entered the store, shot and killed him.

Sample the Sierra returns to Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
September 16, 2017 - 12:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sample the Sierra, Lake Tahoe's largest farm-to-fork festival, is back to celebrate all that the Sierra Nevada region has to offer on Saturday, September 16 from noon to 5:00 p.m. at Bijou Community Park.

Letter: Over $20k raised for Lake Tahoe Boys and Girls Club at Brewfest

South Lake Tahoe’s first ever Brewfest last month was such a huge success that it ran out of beer and raised over $20,000 for the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.

Opinion: Shoreline Plan Coming Together – More Work To Do

School is out and summer is in full swing at Lake Tahoe. Visitors and residents are heading to beaches and launching boats, kayaks, and standup paddleboards to get out and enjoy the jewel of the Sierra. Millions of people visit Tahoe each year and the shoreline is where they go to experience its famously cold, clear, blue water.

One simple item will help save lives when on Lake Tahoe

LAKE TAHOE - Boating, rafting, kayaking and paddling are just a few ways to enjoy beautiful Lake Tahoe, but they come with simple safety precautions and preparations to ensure that day is complete and enjoyable.

"People are very excited to get on the water," said Edwin Lyngar, Nevada Department of Wildlife's (NDOW) Water Educator. "Take safety precautions as you can't depend on luck."

Lyngar as well as both California and Nevada water safety experts were at Sand Harbor last week to inform the public about how easy it is to be safe on the water.

Two new fires in Northern Nevada in Washoe Valley and Cold Springs

11:30 p.m. update: All evacuation orders have been lifted on both the Brenda Fire and the Cold Springs Fire.

Multiple resources aggressively attacked both fires Friday, preventing them from moving through the dry hillsides.

As of tonight, Truckee Meadows Fire Department is reporting 1500-2000 acres have burned in the Cold Springs Fire.

The Brenda Fire east of Washoe Lake has burned an estimated 1200 acres and it is 10 percent contained.

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South Lake Tahoe gas station attendant's murder focus of Cold Case Task Force

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Cold Case Task Force of the El Dorado County District Attorney's Office is seeking the public's assistance in solving the unsolved murder of South Lake Tahoe resident Manpreet Singh. Singh was the lone attendant on the night shift at U.S. Gas on August 6, 2013 when a gunman entered the store, shot and killed Singh.

A customer walked into the store that evening at 10:50 p.m. and called 911 to tell them Singh had been shot. Video from that night shows the gunman walk from Palmira Avenue and enter the store at 10:40 p.m.

Carson City fundraiser Concert Under the Stars

Event Date: 
July 12, 2017 - 6:30pm

The Family Stone and Lydia Pense and Cold Blood play at the 9th annual Concert Under the Stars in Carson City on July 12 at 6:30 p.m. to raise funds for The Greenhouse Project its mission of Growing a Healthier and Greener Carson City.

Formerly in the street outside Cafe at Adele's, they have moved to a larger location outside of the Brewery Arts Center.

Reserved seating starts at $45, bleacher and standing room only tickets are $25.

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue

The following are the 152 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from June 27-July 6, 2017.

June 27
06:16 - 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
09:25 - Champlain Dr at Herbert Ave - Smoke scare, odor of smoke
10:29 - 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:46 - 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
11:29 - 3800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury

Importance of understanding dangers of cold water shock

With recent water tragedies in Lake Tahoe we are republishing this 2016 article.

The most common misunderstanding about swimming in Lake Tahoe is that people can suffer from hypothermia, which leads to death. The real truth is that "cold water shock" will kill much quicker than hypothermia ever will.

"The sudden lowering of skin temperature on immersion in cold water represents one of the most profound stimuli that the body can encounter." Golden and Tipton in Essentials of Sea Survival

Man dies after falling from kayak in Lake Tahoe

A 41-year-old male died in Lake Tahoe Tuesday afternoon after he fell off a kayak near Beach Drive in the Tahoe Keys.

The victim's wife saw him fall in when the man was overtaken by cold water at about 3:30 p.m.

The unidentified man was brought into the shore where CPR was initiated. Emergency crews were on the scene and the man was transported to Barton.

He was not wearing a life jacket.

This is a developing story and no other details are available at this time.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Report

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.

6/25

2:25 a.m. - Death Investigation - Rubicon Trail - DEPUTIES ASSISTED THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL IN INVESTIGATING THE SCENE OF A VEHICLE ROLLOVER ACCIDENT. DECEASED MALE 49-YEARS-OLD, DRIVER A 27-YEAR-OLD MALE SUSPECTED DUI.

Small fire and jet ski accident keeping fire and police busy in South Lake Tahoe

The long 4th of July holiday weekend in South Lake Tahoe got off to a busy start Saturday with a water rescue and fire.

A boater saw smoke coming from the hillside near Heavenly, called it in from their location off the Ski Run Marina at 1:29 p.m. and South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Police combed the streets in the area to try and locate the source. The fire was spotted on U.S. Forest Service land off Keller Road in between Ruby Way and Wildwood Ave.

South Lake Tahoe 4th of July weekend: Safety urged for for a fun holiday

South Lake Tahoe area law enforcement, agencies and safety personnel are preparing for a very busy holiday weekend, full of people coming to enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities. With a very high lake level, and overflowing rivers, caution and safety are urged to have a fabulous weekend in Lake Tahoe.

And they aren't only going to be dealing with water safety. Rules and regulations along the beaches will also be enforced for safety reasons.

Sass Talk: Cannabis, VHRs and the 4th of July

July kicks off the busiest time of the year for our city. Schools out, the temps are soaring in the valleys to the west and east of us, the roads are free of snow, and visitors from all over the world are getting away to see beautiful places and enjoy the great outdoors. For many of our businesses this is is the best time of the year. For many locals who like to play on the mountain trails and along the beach and eventually need to get to work, this is the hardest time of the year.

Local Author Todd Borg Shares Newest Mystery at SLT Library

Event Date: 
August 15, 2017 - 6:30pm

Join the Friends of the Library in welcoming back Todd Borg who returns with his 15th Owen McKenna Tahoe Mystery, "Tahoe Payback".

Location

South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd. South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W

Don’t let alcohol ruin your summer fun in Lake Tahoe

Summer around Tahoe is the perfect time for outdoor activities with family and friends. For some, drinking alcoholic beverages is part of the fun-in-the-sun experience. But excessive alcohol consumption and summer activities don’t mix.

New business licenses issued in South Lake Tahoe

The following 105 businesses took out business licenses with the City of South Lake Tahoe during the months of April and May:

April 3
A GRAVENSTEIN EYELASH EXTENSIONS
PRINT MEDIA LLC

April 4
BAJA FRESH #30324
DHARMA LOVE

Aril 5
CALIFORNIA RENTALS
LC SERVICES

April 6
ILEEN'S CRYSTAL KLEENING
SIERRA ECOTONE SOLUTIONS LLC

April 7
SECURITY PAVING COMPANY INC
TITANIC LONGBOARDS LLC

April 10
BLANCAS EST HOUSE CLEAN
TRUE NORTH RESEARCH

April 11
CLEAR BLUE SERVICE CO
SINK COMBS DETHLEFS

April 12
COZY RAY

April 13
CATHYS QUICK HELP

Chain controls on some Tahoe area roads: Yes, it's June 12!

There are chain controls up on Hwy 80, 88 and 431, and high wind warnings in place through the Washoe Valley. Expect the controls to be removed this morning, but use caution with snow and ice are on other roadways.

It isn't unusual to see some snow in June, but chain controls are unusual. The cold weather that brought the snow is passing and the highs in Lake Tahoe will be 52 today and 80 by Friday.

Here is the forecast from the Nationl Weather Service in Reno:

Snow added to South Lake Tahoe forecast

We just can't seem to get rid of winter. The National Weather Service in Reno is calling for snow on Sunday and Monday but the cold temps will be short-lived as the high on Friday will be 78 degrees.

Light snow showers are possible above 5000 ft on Sunday in the Sierra.

Here is the updated forecast from the National Weather Service:

Tonight - A 20 percent chance of showers before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Woman rescued from Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe

6/12/17 8:00 p.m. update - The woman who was rescued from the river, Stephanie Waggoner of Minden, Nev., has died as result falling off her paddleboard in South Lake Tahoe. The Washoe County Coroner's Office will likely release the cause of death Tuesday or Wednesday.

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A 50-year-old woman from the Carson Valley nearly drowned in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday after she fell off her paddle board and got caught underwater in the cold and swift Upper Truckee River.

72 Miles of Pure Liquid Fun along the Lake Tahoe Water Trail

It’s going to be a paddler’s paradise this summer.

Lake Tahoe to hit 81 Tuesday, chance of rain at end of week

In typical June fashion, the forecast brings both warm temperatures and rain, and even a slight chance of upper level snow this week for Lake Tahoe. KOLO-TV said Monday morning that snow could hit elevations above 7500 feet on Friday, but in the meantime its warm and clear.

Due to the warm weather, there is a Flood Advisory in place until June 9 for El Dorado County for streams around the South Lake Tahoe region due to snowmelt. Some minor flooding is possible along Heavenly Creek, Trout Creek, Cold Creek, and the Upper Truckee River.

Tragedy averted on Upper Truckee River Saturday

A Concord, California man enjoying a kayak ride on the Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe had a near miss with tragedy Saturday after his kayak flipped, catching him in some bushes.

Tahoe Chamber After Five Mixer at Alpine Union

Event Date: 
June 22, 2017 - 5:00pm

The Tahoe Chamber's After Five Mixer at the Alpine Union inside Hard Rock Tahoe is ready to shake up your Thursday routine and help you unwind on June 22 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This all-inclusive social event offers people on the South Shore the opportunity to mix and mingle with local business owners, young professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.

Join them on the outside deck of Alpine Union for happy hour and tasty appetizers. This summer kick-off party will have all things summer; good company, cold beers, tropical drinks and sunshine.

Avoid a tragedy on the lake: Why swimming in Lake Tahoe is unique

A plunge into Lake Tahoe can literally take your breath away. It may be warm outside, but the lake can be dangerously cold. Lake Tahoe’s average surface temperature in the summer is 63°F, and can drop to 53°F just 18 inches below the surface.

Senior Project: Homeless Heroes

Have you ever wished you could take a magnifying glass to someone’s life? Have you ever wished to be able to live for one day as someone else?

Wish granted.

Who would you choose: a movie star, an athlete, or a president? You would choose someone important; you would choose someone who has made a difference. Be it that difference is taking you into another reality for two hours or creating policies to hoist our country out of The Great Depression. You would want to be up close and personal with someone who has made a difference; you would choose a hero.

Temperatures into the 70s bringing more melting snow, flood warnings

Warming temperatures will accelerate snowpack melt across the Sierra this weekend and the National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for California and western Nevada, including the following areas: In California, Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties, and Mono County. In western Nevada: Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area.

Flows on small creeks and streams will rise through at least early next week. Daily peak flows on small creeks and streams typically occur during the evening
and overnight hours.

Animal Coalition of Tahoe holding "Bowl For Act"

Event Date: 
May 10, 2017 - 6:00pm

The Animal Coalition of Tahoe (ACT) is holding a fundraiser at Tahoe Bowl to benefit their spay-neuter program on Wednesday, May 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

An entry fee of $20 includes 3 hours of bowling, shoe rental, and one raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets are available for $1.00 each. Spots for teams of 4-6 players are available. Teams must sign up by May 9, call 530-400-4766 or email ACT (info@tahoeanimals.org) for more details.

South Lake Tahoe area rivers and creeks over banks, some flooding in Tahoe Keys

Above average temperatures combined with an above average, and still deep, snowpack in the Sierra has led to the flooding of the Upper Truckee River, Trout Creek and Cold Creek in South Lake Tahoe. The extra water in the river has also led to slight flooding on Colorado Avenue in the Tahoe Keys.

"A Taste of Adventure" spot with artisan beers opens in South Lake Tahoe

It took just minutes to fill up Lake Tahoe Aleworx Taproom & Pizzeria Thursday when they opened their doors officially for the first time. Friends, family, firemen and those looking for a great selection of beer and wood-fired pizza all came to see what the newest spot to open in South Lake Tahoe was all about.

Housed in the former Factory Stores at the Y, Aleworx is the first of two restaurants that will make their home at the new Crossing at Tahoe Valley.

SLT Fire Rescue quickly douses fire in South Lake Tahoe garage

A quick response by South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue Wednesday afternoon saved a home from major damage after a garbage can in the home's garage caught fire.

Owners of the home, which is located on Tahoe Vista Drive near Tahoe Island Drive, were at their residence when the fire started.

According to SLTFR Battalion Chief Tim Spencer, the cause is under investigation but it is suspected fireplace ashes disposed in a garbage can are the culprit. He said the fire was contained to the trashcan and a small part of the garage.

South Lake Tahoe first Sierra community to have goal of 100% renewable energy

South Lake Tahoe, Calif. - Residents of South Lake Tahoe take pride in their city, its beauty, charm and recreational opportunities, and action during Tuesday's City Council gave people another reason to appreciate their community.

In honor of Earth Day, the City of South Lake Tahoe joined at least 26 other municipalities in the United States, and the latest in a growing coalition of mountain communities, to commit to 100 percent clean and renewable electricity by the year 2032.

Another week of typical Lake Tahoe spring weather: Snow, rain, and 60's

Timing of the incoming cold front has changed. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno, snow can be expected over the passes between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., instead of the early afternoon as previously forecasted.

There is a Lake Wind Advisory in effect from noon Sunday to 5:00 a.m. Monday for Lake Tahoe. Winds will be from the west-southwest 15-25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

With the advisory come waves that will be 2-4 feet with the highest waves from mid-lake to the north and east shores.

Forecast from the NWS in Reno:

Body of missing Sacramento woman found in Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The body of 62-year-old Pamela Suwinsky was found in the Upper Truckee River Sunday morning, about one-third mile north of Highway 50. Divers found her before noon but did not have positive identification until about 2:30 p.m. this afternoon.

Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©

Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!

Today is Sunday, April 9.

Shaping Up to be an Beautiful Blue Bird Sunday Funday for Skiing & Riding! Dress Warm… Cold Temps will provide great Snow! Surface Conditions are Machine Groomed & Skier-Rider Tracked & Packed Powder. Have Fun & Be Safe!

TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Mostly Clear and Sunny Skies. Highs: 37F to 47F. Light Winds becoming Southwest around 10 mph in the afternoon.

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue

The following are the 87 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from March 23 - 31, 2017.

3/23
Saddle Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Lake Tahoe Blvd - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address
Sierra At Tahoe Rd - Special type of incident, Dispatch error
Saddle Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
South Ave - EMS call, Interfacility Transfer
William Ave - Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO
SR 89 at Cascade Rd - Vehicle accident with injuries

Wind and snow in South Lake Tahoe Thursday forecast

The typical see-saw weather pattern normal for South Lake Tahoe in Spring, continues this week.

A wind advisory has been issued for the basin from 5:00 a.m. Thursday, March 30 through the day until 8:00 p.m. Winds will increase through the day, coming from the west 20-30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph by early afternoon behind a passing cold front. Waves on Lake Tahoe are expected to be 2-4 feet with the highest waves on the eastern and southern shores.

Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

New storms bringing more snow to South Lake Tahoe

Spring in the Sierra is always a myriad of weather, and the seven-day forecast has a little bit of something for everyone.

If you would like a little more of the cold stuff, a winter weather advisory is in effect from 7:00 a.m. Friday to 4:00 a.m. Saturday. Snow will spread into the Tahoe Basin Friday morning with intense snowfall in the afternoon and evening.

Thinning ice around Lake Tahoe becoming a safety concern for humans and pets

Warming temperatures and the arrival of spring bring not only flowers and the appearance of grass to the Lake Tahoe Basin, but they also bring dangerous thin ice.

In an incident Friday, a local woman was out walking two dogs when they ran onto the ice which broke, and both dogs fell into the cold water at Cove East near the Tahoe Keys. With assistance by a nearby paddle boarder the dogs were rescued, but this brings to light how serious the thinning ice can be.

Hundreds run into Lake Tahoe for annual Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge

Individuals and teams from Carson City, Northern Nevada and Northern California took an icy cold dip into Lake Tahoe Saturday for the annual Special Olympics Polar Plunge, raising around $150,000 for the program's many functions.

The event at Zephyr Cove Resort featured more than 400 water warriors, many who dressed up in costumes for the event. Participants either ran, walked or swam in the 38-degree lake, which has experienced a rapid rise in its shoreline due to heavy snowfall this winter.

Sierra "phenomenal" snowpack not a record, but water content at 179% of average

The Sierra Nevada snowpack continues to build during one of the wettest winters in California’s recorded history and this was evident as the monthly snow survey was conducted by the Department of Water Resources at Phillips Station near Sierra-at-Tahoe.

The snow water equivalent (SWE) measured was 179 percent of average, or 43.4 inches.

The 113 inches of snow at Phillips Station contains the fifth-highest March 1 reading of the SWE. In 1969, the record reading was 57.4 inches of snow-water content in 160.9 inches of water.

Tahoe Warm Room celebrates community, success and Wendy David

The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless held an open house Wednesday, February 22 to show the community their new winter home, introduce volunteers and board members, answer questions and honor South Lake Tahoe Councilmember, and Mayor Pro Tem, Wendy David.

David has been a driving force in the community to provide the basic, necessary temporary shelter to those in housing insecurity during the dangerously cold season.

Snowboarder spends cold night lost in mountains after going out-of-bounds at Heavenly

A 32-year-old man is lucky to be alive today after spending the night lost in the mountains of South Lake Tahoe after snowboarding out-of-bounds at Heavenly Mountain Resort.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Search and Rescue (SAR) team was notified at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday that the man, identified only as "Aarin," was disoriented and lost. Aarin was able to call Heavenly Valley Ski Patrol to tell them he was in deep snow and having trouble navigating.

Warm Room Open House: Share the love and bring a blanket

Event Date: 
February 22, 2017 - 4:00pm

South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless invites the South Shore community to attend their second annual Warm Room Open House on Wednesday, February 22 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 2179 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe. The Warm Room provides overnight refuge from the elements in a safe and warm environment for adult men and women who are experiencing homelessness.

The Open House offers visitors a chance to tour the 2016-2017 space of operation, to meet volunteers and Board members, and to ask questions about the program and homelessness in our community.

Inversion in place keeping Lake Tahoe in the clouds, slopes in the sunshine

With high pressure remaining in control over the Sierra and surrounding valleys, cold valley lows and inversions will remain in place through Tuesday.

The views from above 7,000 feet show fog-like clouds over the lake, while the ski slopes are in sunshine.

South Lake Tahoe's forecast is 40-50s during the day through Tuesday with lows in teens Monday night, up to 26 Tuesday night.

Inversion layers are caused when warm air overlays cooler air.

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue saves dogs from icy water

Not only humans are rescued by firefighters, a fact two lucky dogs can attest to. On Saturday, January 28, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) responded to the end of Venice Drive near where the Truckee River meets the lake after a call went into dispatch about two dogs who fallen into the icy water.

Ask Henry: Winter weather safety tips

Dear Henry,
I’m new to the area and not sure about how to deal with the cold weather and my dog, do you have any tips for us?
Thank you,
Bethany

Purrfect timing for this question as we are getting a winter this year! Here are some winter tips for all pets.

How much snow is too much snow for your Lake Tahoe home's roof?

South Lake Tahoe, Calif. - With the collapse today of the roof at a local liquor store and the evacuation of another commercial area, the City of South Lake Tahoe is reaching out to the community with information on potential hazards with snow loads on roofs.

But what is the snow load for your roof?

South Lake Tahoe find missing man cold, but alert

9:50 a.m. update - A South Lake Tahoe Police detective found Daniel Trevis at 9:26 a.m. this morning on Park Avenue less than a mile from his residence. Trevis was wrapped in a blanket, awake and alert, but was very cold. His son is taking him for a medical evaluation. SLTPD thanks the public for their assistance.

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The South Lake Tahoe Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a 75-year-old resident who suffers from dementia.

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