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Chris Hicks Says He Strengthened Public Trust. Many Are Still Waiting for the Records.

A Picon Primary Poem …

'Twas the last day of voting in Nevada's 2026 Primary Election, And all the creatures were stirring in search of reflection. Plotting and pointing, while tempers ran hot, Unearthing old rumors and whatever they forgot. Hiding the truth and obscuring the facts, Hoping the noise would outshine their o

Before You Vote … About Chris Hicks

With only one day remaining before Washoe County voters decide who will occupy the county highest prosecutorial office, residents should recognize that this race is about more than personalities or catchy commercials. There is nothing quite like an election season to remind Washoe County’s own H

Who Dis?

A photo says a thousand words. In this case, we encourage everyone to take a look at the video posted by Reno Cop Watch regarding District Attorney Chris Hicks. And after this “We Support F” photo was taken we're fairly certain Governor Joe Lombardo won't be taking Joey Gilbert's calls anytime soo

Knock Knock… Or Just Drop Drop? Vanessa …

Picon is always surprised when members of the media don't take a moment to verify campaign claims. Ward 2 Reno City Council candidate Vanessa Vaupel reportedly told KOLO she knocked on 1,000 doors. But did she really? Based on what we've heard from readers, it appears a more accurate description m

The Case of the Honorable Stalker

Remember how former Washoe County District Court Judge Bridget Robb pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor stalking charge stemming from allegations that she repeatedly followed and monitored a Reno attorney over an extended period. As part of a plea agreement reached in Sparks Municipal Court, Robb admitt

Ed Lawson - Television Ads Meet Closed Fire Station

Oh, we do enjoy Sparks Mayor Ed Lawson. As he seeks reelection, he's spending a healthy amount of campaign contributions on television commercials reminding everyone how much he has done for the City of Sparks. The ads tell viewers about the accomplishments. The ads tell viewers about the progress

The Real Winner of the Campaign Season … Pink Hot Pants

We enjoy a good pair of pink hot pants as much as anyone, but this may be the funniest thing we've seen all political season. Found on Nextdoor, this gem immediately caught our attention, and the only thing we could think was: "Somewhere in Reno, a campaign consultant just fell to their knees

Devon Wants a Moratorium, Eddie Wants a Parade

Free Press Frenzy: Devon and Eddie Chase Headlines Picon is amused that today the City of Reno is holding a gathering to discuss data centers. Why? Because suddenly City Councilmember Devon Reese has discovered concerns about data centers after voting for them and accepting campaign contributions

Cashell Contract Raises Questions About Connections and Contracts

A number of readers have asked to see the Pat Cashell contract related to tours of the Nevada Cares Campus, so here you go. We have also been asked whether Cashell receiving the contract had anything to do with his close personal relationship with Grant Denton, executive director of the Karma Box

Reno Ward 2: The Ground Game vs. Vaupel’s Garden Party

We were not going to write about the City of Reno Ward 2 race because, frankly, it feels like nobody cares about some of these local races anymore. We see it in this race and over in the Ward 4 race in Sparks. We still cannot believe Sparks residents appear willing to embrace Adam Mayberry without a

Better Call Pierre: Eddie vs. Mike Round Two

Today’s round in the courtroom between Eddie Lorton and Mike Leonard before Judge Pierre Hascheff raises a question plenty of Reno residents are probably asking: Is Justice Court really where campaign feuds and “Breaking Bad” memes belong? According to reporting from KUNR , the dispute centers