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ACLU Sues Nevada DMV Over Alleged Collaboration with ICE

Saturday, August 16 by Nick Bonsanto

The ACLU of Nevada has filed a lawsuit against the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) over concerns that the DMV may be collaborating with federal immigration authorities, specifically U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This action follows the ACLU's public records requests, which... Read More.

Gerrymandering Controversies in Nevada and Texas Spark Calls for Redistricting Reform

Saturday, August 16 by Nick Bonsanto

The discussion around gerrymandering in Nevada and Texas highlights the complexities and controversies surrounding the redistricting process in the U.S. Both states have received failing grades from the Princeton Gerrymandering Project for maps that heavily favor the dominant political parties—Democrats in Nevada and Republicans... Read More.

Nevada Faces 7% Water Cut Amid Colorado River Basin Crisis

Saturday, August 16 by Nick Bonsanto

The ongoing water shortage in the Colorado River Basin has led to a projected 7% cut in Nevada's water share, marking the fifth consecutive year of reductions. This situation is part of a broader issue affecting 40 million people across seven states dependent on... Read More.

Nevada Ranks 4th in Most Pedestrian Fatalities

Tuesday, August 12 by Nick Bonsanto

The data from 2024 highlights concerning trends in pedestrian fatalities in Nevada, with the state ranking fourth highest in pedestrian fatality rates across the U.S. Despite a nationwide decrease of 4.3% in pedestrian deaths from 2023, Nevada's rate increased, reaching 3.46 deaths per 100,000... Read More.

Rising Mortgage Defaults in Southern Nevada Amid Economic Challenges

Tuesday, August 12 by Nick Bonsanto

Southern Nevada is seeing a notable increase in mortgage defaults, with 1,290 notices of default filed in Clark County during the first half of the year, marking a 28% rise compared to the same period last year, as reported by UNLV’s Lied Center for... Read More.

Nevada Funeral Home Shut Down for Cremation Violations and Delays

Monday, August 11 by Nick Bonsanto

McDermott’s Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Las Vegas has been shut down by the Nevada State Funeral Board due to numerous violations, including failing to cremate bodies within a reasonable timeframe and not submitting death records in accordance with legal requirements. The board... Read More.

Record High Home Prices in Southern Nevada Amidst Cooling Market Trends

Sunday, August 10 by Nick Bonsanto

Home prices in Southern Nevada have reached record highs, with the median sales price for previously owned single-family homes in July hitting $485,000, marking a 1 percent increase from the same month last year. This figure matches the all-time high first recorded in January... Read More.

Nevada Governors National Guard Deployment for ICE Sparks Controversy and Debate

Saturday, August 9 by Nick Bonsanto

Governor Joe Lombardo of Nevada has authorized the state's National Guard to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in a temporary, administrative capacity. This move, fully funded by the federal government, comes after the U.S. Department of Justice labeled Nevada a "sanctuary" jurisdiction, a... Read More.

Nevada Solar Expansion at Risk from Increased Federal Oversight, Governor Warns

Thursday, August 7 by Nick Bonsanto

Nevada's solar energy expansion may face challenges due to increased oversight from the Interior Department, as expressed by Governor Joe Lombardo in a recent letter to the Trump administration. The governor highlighted concerns over a directive requiring Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to personally approve... Read More.

Rising Charter School Enrollment Reflects Changing Educational Preferences in Nevada

Wednesday, August 6 by Nick Bonsanto

Trenton Mitchell's experience highlights a growing trend among families opting for charter schools as alternatives to traditional public schooling. As Trenton struggled with attention issues and declining grades, his mother, Traci Mitchell, sought a change that led them to The Delta Academy, a charter... Read More.