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LOVELOCK, Nev. (AP) — A drought-fueled algae explosion may have killed off all the fish at Rye Patch Reservoir, and state wildlife officials say it could take years to rebuild the popular northern Nevada fishery known for its trophy-sized walleye and giant catfish. Brad Bauman, a fisheries biologist with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, says he won't know for sure until spring whether any of the fish are still alive beneath the surface of the frozen lake.
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — NV Energy says it wants to allow customers who already have solar panels to keep more favorable rates for up to 20 years. Nevada Public Utilities Commissioners approved new rates effective Jan. 1 that raise a base service charge and lower reimbursements for solar panel users who sell excess energy back to the utility. NV Energy says its proposal will balance the interests of solar and traditional customers.
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Authorities in Las Vegas say R&B singer Chris Brown won't be charged with a crime based on a woman's complaint about a New Year's weekend altercation in a casino resort hotel room. Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson said Monday that he and detectives who investigated the Jan. 2 complaint decided there isn't enough evidence to seek misdemeanor battery and theft charges.
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Democratic Senate hopeful Catherine Cortez Masto announces a team of lawmakers and community leaders that will promote her candidacy in the black community. Cortez Masto served two terms as attorney general. She's vying for the seat held by retiring Sen. Harry Reid.
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