Nevada
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Older Americans still struggling to repay student debt, payments start soon
By Jill Barshay for The Hechinger Report.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Nevada News Service reporting for The Hechinger Report-Public News Ser…
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day calls for testing, prevention
Today is National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, and Nevada is one of the 10 states with the highest HIV infection rates. In 2021, more than 11,00…
Monday, September 25, 2023
NV organization calls for greater Latino engagement in politics
It's Hispanic Heritage Month, and one Nevada organization wants Latinos to realize the power they can have when they are more politically engaged…
A focus on climate change impacts for Public Lands Day in Nevada
Many across the state of Nevada will celebrate National Public Lands Day tomorrow. Nevadans will be able to visit state parks for free on Saturday…
Financial Literacy Requirements Become Law in NV, Free Classes Complement
A bill passed during Nevada's last legislative session requires Nevada students in public high schools to learn about economics and financial literacy…
Experts: Young Voters Crucial for Upcoming Elections
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to embark soon on a month-long college tour that includes the College of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, according …
Following Extreme NV Weather, Are You Prepared for Next Disaster?
The state of Nevada has gotten its fair share of intense weather in recent weeks - and with September being National Preparedness Month, experts are …
Nevada Reactions to FEMA Guidance on Extreme Heat
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has released new guidance to increase community resilience against extreme temperatures and weather. Nevada …
Proposed BLM Rule Challenged in Congress, NV Conservationists React
Two pieces of legislation could require the Bureau of Land Management to throw out thousands of public comments and jeopardize the agency's proposed r…
EV Sales Increase, Consumers Want More EV Infrastructure
One expert says interest and sales of electric cars aren't stalling. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, Nevada has one of the highest …
Program Helps Southern NV Seniors Pay Past-Due Utility Bills
One Nevada program is aiming to help seniors on fixed incomes pay their utility bills. United Way of Southern Nevada has announced the dates of the …
Signing Up NV Poll Workers, 'Unsung Heroes' of Democracy
Tomorrow is National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, and one group is inviting Nevadans to play that critical role in the election process. César …