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A request by Democratic governor candidate Aaron Ford to the state pardons board has thrust the normally sleepy agency into the political spotlight. By Tabitha MuellerThe Nevada Independent The Nevada Board of Pardons is the definition of a slow, thorough and deliberative government body, taking just 16 cases a year. Now clashing campaign ads in the Nevada … [Read more...] about How one inmate’s clemency request took over the Nevada’s governor race
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Nevada Health Link plans will see double-digit rate increases … again
By April Corbin GirnusNevada Current Healthcare costs are continuing to rise. Nevadans who get insurance through Nevada Health Link, the state-based Affordable Care Act marketplace, can expect to see an average rate increase of 17% for 2027 coverage. The Nevada Division of Insurance announced the approval of the rate increases last week. It marks the second year of … [Read more...] about Nevada Health Link plans will see double-digit rate increases … again
‘Nevadans are getting hosed’: Why affordability is 2026’s buzzword
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
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