Gangs
Tribune/Debra Reid - Talented boxer Juan Rodriguez, 16, demonstrated his skill recently at the home of Reno youth activist Roberto Nerey. In the local boxing community and on the streets, Rodriguez is also known as "El Gallo Negro," or "The Black Rooster."
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Creators of a newly consolidated anti-gang program for teens seek equipment and volunteers to get a ring up and running and help get youth off the streets.
Jul 26, 2009 | 1 | 32 |
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A week ago today, Pastor Les Williams of Christ Bethlehem and local anti-gang activist Roberto Nerey didn’t know each other.
Jul 26, 2009 | 4 | 55 |
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Reno City Councilwoman Jessica Sferrazza takes pride in the cleanup of the Oliver/Montello area in her ward.
Jul 23, 2009 | 9 | 42 |
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A local tagger talks about how and why he creates his art while avoiding the reach of law enforcement.
Jul 21, 2009 | 7 | 95 |
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Chris Martinez of Reno is battling his own demons while trying to keep his five children from following in his footsteps with gangs.
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