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Nevada Attorney General Leads Fight Against Abolishing Department of Education

Saturday, March 29 by Nick Bonsanto

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford is leading a legal challenge against the Trump administration's proposal to dismantle the Department of Education. Ford argues that only Congress has the authority to abolish a federal department, emphasizing that any such action must be done lawfully. He... Read More.

Nevada Vigil Honors Traffic Crash Victims and Calls for Stricter Safety Laws

Saturday, March 29 by Nick Bonsanto

The Nevada Highway Patrol recently held a vigil to honor victims of traffic crashes, with a poignant ceremony involving the lighting of 88 candles for those who died in Southern Nevada last year. Among the attendees were Kim and Stan Pack, who lost their... Read More.

Nevada Tourism Powers $100 Billion Economic Boom with Major Investments and Community Initiatives

Thursday, March 27 by Nick Bonsanto

Nevada's tourism industry has demonstrated significant economic influence, generating nearly $100 billion in economic activity and supporting over 436,000 jobs with $24.4 billion in wages in 2024, according to a report from the Nevada Resort Association (NRA). This sector also contributes nearly one-third of... Read More.

USDA Cuts Funding for Key Nevada Food Programs Impacting Schools and Food Banks

Wednesday, March 26 by Nick Bonsanto

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has decided to end funding for two key programs that supported local food sourcing in Nevada schools and food banks, as part of efforts to reduce federal spending. The Nevada Department of Agriculture received termination notices for the... Read More.

Real Water Faces $3 Billion Verdict in Nevada Liver Failure Case

Saturday, March 22 by Nick Bonsanto

A jury has delivered a significant verdict against Real Water, awarding more than $3 billion in a civil trial linked to a Southern Nevada liver failure outbreak and at least one death. This is the third multibillion-dollar verdict against the company, following previous awards... Read More.

Nevada Bill Proposes Mandatory Daily Room Cleanings in Large Hotels

Wednesday, March 19 by Nick Bonsanto

A bill introduced in the Nevada state Senate is aiming to mandate daily room cleanings in hotels with over 200 rooms in Clark and Washoe counties. Senate Bill 360, also known as the Hotel Safety Act, was brought forward by Sen. Lori Rogich and... Read More.

Nevada Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Boost Drone Defense for Nuclear Security

Tuesday, March 18 by Nick Bonsanto

Nevada Representatives Susie Lee and Mark Amodei are set to introduce the Nuclear Ecosystem Drone Defense Act, a legislative measure designed to enhance the protection of the United States' nuclear assets against drone threats. This initiative aims to extend the authority of the U.S.... Read More.

Bernie Sanders and AOC Join Nevada Town Hall on Fighting Oligarchy

Monday, March 17 by Nick Bonsanto

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are joining Nevada Rep. Steven Horsford for a town meeting titled "Fighting Oligarchy: Where We Go From Here" in North Las Vegas. The event is scheduled for Thursday at 1 p.m. at Craig Ranch Amphitheater, with doors... Read More.

Nevada Man Sues for $100 Million Over False Trump Assassination Accusation

Thursday, March 13 by Nick Bonsanto

Vem Miller, a Nevada man and supporter of former President Donald Trump, has filed a federal lawsuit after being accused of attempting to assassinate Trump near a rally in Coachella Valley, Riverside County, California, in October 2024. According to the complaint, Miller informed a... Read More.

Nevada Minimum Wage Workers Struggle to Afford Housing Despite Wage Increase

Tuesday, March 11 by Nick Bonsanto

A recent report highlights the challenges faced by minimum wage workers in Nevada, where they need to work 96 hours a week to afford a median-priced apartment independently. This is a slight improvement from January 2024 when 97 hours were needed, reflecting a 1%... Read More.

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