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Rising fuel, grocery and housing costs have created a crisis for state residents and will play a major role in determining the next governor. By Tabitha MuellerThe Nevada Independent Editor’s note: This is the third of three stories focusing on how the economy is playing out in November’s election. You can read the first one here, and the second one here. Nevada’s … [Read more...] about ‘Nevadans are getting hosed’: Why affordability is 2026’s buzzword
Why local news matters 250 years after America’s founding
By Benjy HammInstitute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their readers. With all of the enormous changes in this country and media since 1776, it’s noteworthy that more than 5,000 newspapers are still informing their … [Read more...] about Why local news matters 250 years after America’s founding
185 noncitizen voters flagged by Trump admin in Nevada are likely citizens, state says
The statement from election officials comes after the Trump administration first claimed up to 16,000 noncitizens could be registered to vote in Nevada. By Eric NeugeborenThe Nevada Independent Nevada officials say there’s no evidence to support the Trump administration’s claims that 185 noncitizens could be on the state’s voter rolls, saying “our records indicate that … [Read more...] about 185 noncitizen voters flagged by Trump admin in Nevada are likely citizens, state says
Lombardo approves emergency funding for districts struggling with enrollment dips
The order comes as Clark County schools announced it needs to cut an additional $51.6 million. By Rocío HernándezThe Nevada Independent Gov. Joe Lombardo signed an emergency regulation Friday that will allow school districts losing funding because of enrollment declines to be funded at previous figures approved during the 2025 legislative session. “With school … [Read more...] about Lombardo approves emergency funding for districts struggling with enrollment dips
NIAA’s wrestling tournament decision comes at the expense of Southern Nevada families
For decades, Nevada high school wrestling followed a simple tradition: the state tournament alternated between northern and southern Nevada. It was a matter of basic fairness. Wrestlers from every corner of the state had the opportunity to compete for a state championship without being required to travel hundreds of miles year after year. That tradition has now effectively … [Read more...] about NIAA’s wrestling tournament decision comes at the expense of Southern Nevada families