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Nevadans could save 16% on their utility bills by 2035 by pursuing cost-saving energy-efficiency measures, according to the National Renewable Energy Lab. (Scott Habermann/Adobe Stock)

Friday, May 9, 2025

New website helps Nevadans find help saving on energy costs

Nevada clean-energy proponents have launched a new website to help connect Nevadans to energy and cost-saving programs. One of the nonprofits behind …

Almost three in four Nevada voters polled believe current oil and gas development fees on national public lands should not be reduced. (Adobe Stock)

Poll: Nevadans oppose ramping up oil, gas development

The U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources will consider reversing Biden-era restrictions on oil and gas leasing in states like Nevada on Tuesday…

Churchill, Clark and Washoe counties all have received a letter grade of

Monday, May 5, 2025

NV gets poor grades for air quality. Advocates urge strong emission standards

Nevada's counties have ranked as having some of the poorest air quality, according to a new report by the American Lung Association and advocates …

About 54% of Latino voters in the poll describe the state of the economy as

Trump's first 100 days spark 'concern' among NV Latino voters

A new bipartisan poll looks at how Latino voters in Nevada are feeling about President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office - and pollsters describ…

Since 2020, Nevada legislators have increased access to the state's Effective Absentee System for Elections. It is now open for Nevada residents with disabilities and tribal voters who live on a colony or reservation in Nevada. (Aliaksandr Marko/Adobe Stock)

NV considers expanding internet voting, election expert says 'bad idea'

Nevadans do a lot online, from paying bills to shopping and even voting. Senate Bill 74, which would require the Secretary of State to allow …

Among those surved, 70% of Nevadans believe inadequate water supply is a serious problem, according to Colorado College's State of the Rockies Conservation in the West Poll. (Kit Leong / Adobe Stock)

Proposed EPA water rule could affect NV's water quality

Both water quantity and quality are important in the dry climate of Nevada. Now, a proposal from the Environmental Protection Agency could roll back …

About 58,000 northern Nevada drivers pay more than $4,000 a year for gasoline, according to research from the nonprofit Coltura. (Adobe Stock)

NV adopted CA's 'clean car' standard, rule now under GOP examination

Next week, Congress is expected to vote on whether to roll back states' authority to set their own clean car and truck standards. Data show some …

Between 65 and 92 million tons of textile waste ends up in landfills each year, according to the Environmental Research and Education Foundation. (Adobe Stock)

Las Vegas 'trashion' show gives used textiles new purpose

Designers and stylists will showcase their "upcycled" garments as models hit the runway for what is being dubbed a "trashion show" at the Waste EXPO i…

Nearly 20% of Nevada's residents are foreign-born, according to the American Immigration Council. (Adobe Stock)

NV Immigrant Coalition expects ICE enforcement activity this week

The Nevada Immigrant Coalition and community organizers are sounding the alarm about expected Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in Southern…

There are more than 47,000 registered electric vehicles in Nevada, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.(Adobe Stock)

NV's electric vehicle industry changing under President Trump

While Nevada ranks among the top states for electric vehicle sales, one local business says it is seeing less demand for charging stations, and has …

Two out three voucher recipients are seniors and people with disabilities, according to Nevada Rural Housing. (Adobe Stock)

Rural Nevada facing housing, transportation problem

Rural Nevada is facing a housing and transportation crisis. Advocates for those with disabilities say things are getting out of hand. Dee Dee …

The majority of book censorship attempts are now originating from organized movements, according to the American Library Association. (Adobe Stock)

NV legislator wants to protect access to books

A bill in the Nevada Legislature would prohibit school districts and staff from banning books without legal justification to brand the material "obsce…

Marches, rallies and protests will take place at state capitals, federal buildings, congressional offices and city centers. (Hands Off!)

'Hands Off!' protests slated for NV, around the country

Pro-worker and pro-democracy organizers and activists in Nevada are coming together to oppose some of the policies of President Donald Trump…

Around 89% of voters think background checks should be required for all gun sales, including 88% of Republicans and 92% of Democrats, according to Giffords. (Adobe Stock)

NV lawmakers make case for gun legislation, face challenges

Several pieces of Democrat-backed gun legislation have been heard by Nevada's Senate and Assembly Judiciary Committees but not without opposition from…

NV legislators, conservation groups demand action on lower rates, clean energy

Nevada legislators and conservation groups this week stood up for policies they say will help lower energy bills, protect the outdoors and grow the …

In a 2020 Pew Research Center study, 40% of eligible voters who are immigrants said they speak English

NV legislation would expand voter language access

Nevada voting rights advocates are rallying support for a bill to expand language access for voters during elections. According to Census data…

The U.S. Postal Service provides critical services to many communities, such as delivering election ballots, medicine, taxes, government distributions and notices. (Colleen Michaels/Adobe Stock)

Rallies in NV set to protest possible U.S. Postal Service changes

Rallies in Las Vegas, Reno and Carson City are taking place today opposing the Trump administration's potential decision to privatize the U.S…

Among older borrowers, 28% regularly provide unpaid help or care for an adult relative or friend, according to New America. (Adobe Stock)

Education department layoffs could leave NV older borrowers in limbo

Policy analysts have been sounding the alarm on the Department of Education's ability to reach and engage with low-income, disadvantaged and older …

Around 55% of parents of young rural Gen Zers believe their child can accomplish their long-term goals in their current area, compared with 81% of urban parents who have a young Gen Z child, according to Gallup. (Adobe Stock)

Many NV rural Gen Zers forced to seek educational, professional paths elsewhere

New research finds that less than half of rural Gen Zers believe they can find a good job in their communities. Most Nevadans live in the state's …

Mold produces allergens, which are substances that can cause allergic reactions, irritants and in some cases, potentially toxic substances known as mycotoxins, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. (Adobe Stock)

Bill looks to improve habitability standards for Nevada renters

Backers of legislation in Nevada said it would bring more balance to landlord-tenant relationships and help ensure rental homes are safe to live in…

About six in 10 Americans say it is too easy to legally obtain a gun in this country, according to the Pew Research Center. (Adobe Stock)

NV assemblywoman optimistic about gun-control legislation

Nevada's Democratic lawmakers are trying again to advance gun-control legislation, including measures to ban firearms from election sites and …

Around seven in 10 Democrats expect the affordability of health care, food and consumer goods, and housing to worsen over the next year, according to the Pew Research Center. (Adobe Stock)

Democrats make calls to invest in rural, working-class communities in NV

A coalition of rural, progressive Democratic organizations is urging the new chair of the national party to invest more in rural and working-class …

More than 21 million American citizens don't have the required documents that would be needed to vote under the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, according to the group Stand Up America. (Bill Perry/Adobe Stock)

Upcoming House vote on 'SAVE' Act has NV voting rights advocates concerned

The House of Representatives will vote soon on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act but voting rights advocates said it could keep some Nevada…

Medicaid is the primary program providing comprehensive health and long-term care to one in five people living in the United States. (Adobe Stock)

NV advocates respond as House budget resolution could usher in Medicaid cuts

Congressional Republicans passed a budget resolution that could impact Medicaid, and Nevada advocates are worried. Democrats say the proposal could …

Native people have higher death rates at most ages, but particularly at younger ages, according to the National Indian Council on Aging. (Adobe Stock)

NV program to bridge insurance gaps for Native Americans needs more 'buy-in'

By Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Nevada News Service reporting for the KFF Health News-Public New…

Sorghum matures quickly, some types in as little as 75 days, and can provide up to three harvests a year. (Adobe Stock)

University of Nevada-Reno researcher develops climate-conscious grain

One researcher at the University of Nevada-Reno has developed what she called revolutionary sorghum varieties for dairy cow feed and gluten-free human…

Younger people and women are at higher risk to experience seasonal affective disorder, according to the American Psychiatric Association. (Adobe Stock)

Experts share advice for Nevadans feeling wintertime blues

As the seasons change, so do Nevadans' internal clocks, leading some to be out-of-step with their daily routines. At least 5% of adults in the …

Indigenous Peoples' Day was first proposed in 1977 by a delegation of Native Nations to the United Nations during an international conference. (Joy Fera/Adobe Stock)

NV lawmaker proposes new date for Indigenous Peoples Day

Nevada's only sitting Indigenous legislator has introduced a bill to recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day on what she calls the "correct day," the second…

NV Conservation League sets 2025 policy priorities

The Nevada Conservation League says its policy priorities for this year's legislative session reflect what Nevadans value - protecting the state's uni…

Almost 100,000 U.S. citizen children in the Silver State live with at least one undocumented family member, according to the American Immigration Council. (Adobe Stock)

NV's Latino legislative caucus prioritizes well-being of immigrants

As the Trump administration ramps up arrests of undocumented immigrants, some in Nevada are choosing to skip work or keep their children home from …

There is a shortage of more than 78,000 rental homes deemed

Advocacy groups tee up their priorities for NV Legislature

The Nevada Legislature has kicked off this week and progressive groups are sharing their top priorities. Many are asking Gov. Joe Lombardo to work …

In Nevada's disadvantaged communities, companies have announced $1.53 billion in investment and the creation of 1,050 good-paying clean-energy jobs, according to Climate Power. (Adobe Stock)

Trump's federal funding freeze threatens NV's clean energy future

A federal judge will hold a court hearing today on the legality of President Donald Trump's recent executive order to freeze federal grants and loans …

NV Sen. Rosen calls on Trump to backtrack federal funding freeze

The Trump administration this week reversed a decision to freeze federal loans and grants -- but only after it led to mass confusion among organizatio…

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Advocates want more oversight for 'humane' meat label

By Jessica Scott-Reid for Sentient.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Nevada News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collabora…

On average, Black people are more likely than Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Hispanic, and white people to die early from avoidable causes, according to The Commonwealth Fund.

Report: Possible Medicaid cuts put rural Nevadans in jeopardy

Congressional leaders are considering what some are calling "highly consequential decisions" about the future of Medicaid - and advocates are weighing…

The latest damage and economic estimate for the fires burning in Southern California surpasses the damage and economic loss numbers for the entire 2020 wildfire season, according to AccuWeather. (Adobe Stock)

Wildfires could affect NV housing market, UNLV expert says

People are increasingly moving into the wildland-urban interface areas, where human development meets wild vegetation, like forests, according to a …

About 20 million people, nearly one in 12 adults, owe medical debt, according to the Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker. (Adobe Stock)

Medical debt to be removed from credit reports

Nevada has about 170,000 adults who report medical debt, which can pose a significant financial hardship. But a new federal rule could ease some …

Since launching in January of 2017, Run for Something has recruited nearly 100,000 people across all 50 states to run for state or local office. (Adobe Stock)

Surge of people interested in running for office in battlegrounds postelection

More than 12,000 people nationwide have shown interest in wanting to learn more about running for office since last year's election and the share comi…

NV groups celebrate temporary oil, gas ban in Ruby Mountains

The Biden-Harris administration is taking another step to protect northeast Nevada's Ruby Mountains - by putting them temporarily off-limits to oil…

The construction industry in Nevada holds one of the largest shares of immigrant workers, according to the American Immigration Council. (Adobe Stock)<br />

Experts speculate on economic effects of a Trump administration

Economists in Nevada and around the country said tariffs, cracking down on immigration, tax cuts and reduced energy credits will likely have a direct …

Earlier this year, Governor Joe Lombardo and the Nevada Department of Education announced the allocation of $6 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds for Nevada's Read by Grade 3 program. (Adobe Stock)

Literacy rate among NV students improves but still lags

Nevada education experts say literacy rates are improving, but aren't where they should be. Nevada's third- through eighth-grade students have …

75% of Nevadans think more emphasis should be placed on conserving wildlife migration routes than on new developments, according to Colorado College's State of the Rockies Project. (Adobe Stock)

Report: NV emerges as conservation leader among Western states

Nevada scored high for its well-funded conservation programs and for the state's commitment to public land protections. A new report by The Center …

Goodwill of Southern Nevada is celebrating its 50th anniversary in February. (Mike Mozart / Flickr)

Goodwill of Southern NV's train-to-hire programs help meet demand

Goodwill of Southern Nevada is most known for its thrift stores and donation centers and is also instrumental in getting Nevadans trained and hired by…

Lake Mead's water level is up by 16 feet after two years of voluntary conservation by California water users, according to the Colorado River Board of California. (Adobe Stock)

NV advocates demand Congress address climate change

Nevada climate advocates say the impacts of climate change are only getting worse in the Silver State. They're now demanding Congress make it a …

A record 93% of marketplace enrollees, or 19.3 million people, receive premium tax credits, according to Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. (Digiman Studio)

Nevadans encouraged to look at health care options during open enrollment

Nevadans have until Dec. 31 to shop for health coverage through the Affordable Care Act open enrollment period. Katie Charleson, communications …

At least 1,860 women will serve in state houses in 2025, according to the Center for American Women and Politics. (Adobe Stock)

NV leads nationally with the number of women elected to state legislature

A record number of women will serve in state legislatures across the nation in 2025. Nevada will be the first state to hold a female majority in its …

Black women almost doubled their registration numbers from 2020, according to TargetSmart. (Adobe Stock)

92% of Black women voted for Harris. What happens now?

Some experts contend part of the reason Vice President Kamala Harris lost the 2024 presidential election was because of what they're calling "misogyno…

There are 574 federally-recognized Indian tribes, bands, nations, rancherias, communities and Native villages in the United States, according to the University of Nevada-Reno. (Adobe Stock)

Research finds 'Indigenous' grows in popularity among Native youth

A new survey of Native American teens and young adults highlights a growing preference for the term "Indigenous" rather than being referred to as "Ame…

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