
Court Fight Begins Over Redrawing of Voting Districts
By Ken Ritter Associated Press LAS VEGAS — A court battle has begun over a League of Women Voters of Nevada effort to amend the state constitution to have an […]
After Announcement, State Officials Determine Swank Ineligible to Lead Outdoor Recreation Office
By Daniel Rothberg The Nevada Independent State officials have determined that Assemblywoman Heidi Swank is ineligible to lead Nevada’s newly formed outdoor recreation office, despite announcing the lawmaker’s appointment last […]
Around the State
Up to 3 Feet of Snow on Peaks Above Tahoe by Weekend RENO — A weakening low pressure system is bringing rain and snow to much of Nevada with another […]
November 28, 2019
Christmas Train in Ely Departing Through Dec. 28
A magical family adventure is departing from the Nevada Northern Railway East Ely Depot from now until Dec. 28 – Santa’s Reindeer Flyer. Yes, it is true, you can take […]
National Democrats Approve Early Caucus Voting for Nevada
By Michelle L. PriceAssociated Press LAS VEGAS — The Democratic National Committee has approved a plan by Nevada Democrats to offer the first-ever early voting option for presidential caucuses, a […]
BLM Ely District Accepting Applications for Seasonal Firefighters
The Bureau of Land Management Ely District is accepting applications for temporary seasonal firefighters. The application deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020. Applications submitted by Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019 will […]
Projects Propose New Reservoirs, Cycling Water from Nevada’s Desert Lakes, with Hopes of Selling Power to LA
By Daniel RothbergThe Nevada Independent A company is seeking federal permits to construct new reservoirs in the mountains above two Nevada desert lakes in an attempt to harness hydropower and […]
ICYMI: The Root – How to Protect Black Moms in America
By U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Each year in the United States, more black women get sick or die during and after pregnancy than the year before. That’s because America […]