UPDATE 11:26AM: Carson City Fire Department reports a quick fire attack prevented the garage fire from extending into the main house. Carson City firefighters were assisted by East Fork and Truckee Meadows Fire Departments. No injuries were reported. Crews will remain on scene until the fire investigation is complete.
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UPDATE 9:55AM: Fire investigators are at the scene of Monday morning's fire. Carson Now readers who live close to the home report the occupants are safe. No word yet on damage or the fire's extension into the home.
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Carson City Fire Department personnel were called Monday morning to a structure fire in the 3200 block of Upland Court off of Timberline Drive near Western Nevada College.

Nevada legislators have approved more than $27 million in coronavirus relief funds toward efforts to improve care for criminal defendants awaiting trial who need mental health treatment, as the state faces continued scrutiny over delays in providing the care.

Here is the Carson City road report for the week of Dec. 18-24, 203. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

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