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By Chuck N. Baker I’ve written in the past about Nevada’s Charm McElree, who assists veterans from select wars in receiving their high school diplomas. This is another success story […]
Nevada unemployment rate edges down to 5.1 percent as state adds 3,800 jobs in June
Nevada’s labor market maintained steady growth in June 2026, as the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped slightly and nonfarm payrolls expanded. According to the latest economic report from the […]
Nevada’s governor race is just warming up. Why has Lombardo’s side already spent a fortune?
Lombardo and Republican-aligned groups have spent more than $13 million on ads since December 2025, while Democrats have spent only about $77,000. By Tabitha MuellerThe Nevada Independent Outside observers consider […]
Drought persists across Nevada in July
By Jennifer SolisNevada Current Thanks to above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation, drought conditions ranged from abnormal dryness to exceptional drought across Nevada in June, according to the U.S. […]
Southern Nevada Health District urges parents to beat the back-to-school rush for vaccinations
With the first day of school approaching on Monday, Aug. 10, the Southern Nevada Health District is launching its “Ready, Set, School” campaign. Health officials are encouraging parents and guardians […]
Clark County Fire Department releases July 4th response and fireworks enforcement data
The Clark County Fire Department released operational data regarding emergency responses and illegal fireworks enforcement over the July 4th holiday overnight period. During the holiday overnight, the department responded to […]
Clark County’s Office of Public Arts issues and artist call for Caminando por las Américas Art Exhibition
Clark County Public Arts, in partnership with Clark County Commissioners Tick Segerblom and William McCurdy II, is officially seeking artist submissions for Caminando por las Américas (Walking Through the Americas). […]
Nevada families are paying the price for crypto loopholes that Washington refuses to close
By Mike ReeseLincoln County Commissioner In February, a Las Vegas business owner was charged in a $24 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme that took money from more than 400 investors. He […]
Homelessness in Southern Nevada rises 12% in latest point-in-time count
The number of people experiencing homelessness in Southern Nevada has jumped 12% over the last two years, according to data released from the 2026 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, Clark County announced […]
Extreme heat prompts opening of daytime cooling stations across North Las Vegas
Due to extreme heat risks, daytime cooling stations are opening across the valley to offer a safe respite from the sun to those in need. The stations will remain active […]