South Lake Tahoe's Measure T Could Partially Ban Short-Term Rentals

October 31, 2018 | Randol White

If passed, Measure T would allow for unlimited short-term rentals in commercial zones, but partially ban them in some parts of the city. While supporters say the rentals squeeze the already-tight housing market, opponents worry it could hurt tourism.

South Lake Tahoe Avalanche Closes Portion Of SR-89

March 10, 2017

An avalanche has closed a portion of SR-89 at Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe Friday.

Environment

New 'Super Scooper' Firefighting Plane At Lake Tahoe

July 21, 2015 | Ed Joyce

A new firefighting aircraft stationed in South Lake Tahoe gives crews another tool to battle wildfires in the region.

Man Dies After Officer-Involved Shooting In South Lake Tahoe

June 16, 2015

(AP) - Authorities say a South Lake Tahoe police officer shot and killed a man at the Tahoe Hacienda Inn.

Authorities Lift Fire Restrictions In Lake Tahoe Basin

October 3, 2014

The King Fire in El Dorado and Placer Counties is almost fully contained. About 2,400 firefighters have the more than 97,000-acre fire 95 percent contained. Meanwhile, thanks to cooler, wetter conditions, fire restrictions are being lifted Friday.

South Lake Tahoe City Council Approves Deep Budget Cuts

October 1, 2014 | Ky Plaskon

The South Lake Tahoe City Council today approved a budget today that includes dramatic spending cuts.

Tahoe Nonprofits Find New Home

July 15, 2014 | Ky Plaskon

Lake Tahoe nonprofits were struggling to find a place now have a new home at Kings Beach.

Tahoe Agency Launches New Tree Removal Permit Website

June 16, 2014 | Ky Plaskon

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency has a new tool to reduce the risk of wildfire.

Voters To Decide Fate Of South Lake Tahoe Parking Meters

June 2, 2014 | Ky Plaskon

The City of South Lake Tahoe could lose a quarter million dollars if voters approve a measure to remove parking kiosks and residential parking restrictions.

South Lake Tahoe Facing $70 Million In Unfunded Liabilities

March 21, 2014

South Lake Tahoe’s City Manager says her number one priority is reducing the millions of dollars the city is spending on retiree healthcare and pensions.