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5 Nevada restaurants we wish made USA TODAY’s list of best in the US
The USA TODAY Network has unveiled its Restaurants of the Year for 2026, and among them is Esther’s Kitchen in Las Vegas’ Arts District. But it was difficult to pick just one spot out of the entire state. While Las Vegas hosts an abundance of world-class restaurants, great flavors can be found in every city…
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Taxable sales for cannabis in Nevada declined in the last year
Nevada’s cannabis industry reported nearly $758 million in taxable sales for the fiscal year from July 2024 to June 2025, according to the latest data from the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board and the Nevada Department of Taxation.
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Rep. Mark Amodei, a Nevada Republican, announces retirement from House
Nevada Rep. Mark Amodei announced Friday he’s retiring from Congress. He’s one of two dozen members of the House of Representatives to announce so far they will not be seeking reelection.
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Gray wolf wanders into Nevada before returning to California
The wolf traveled into Nevada north of Lake Tahoe between Mount Rose and Mount Houghton on Monday morning. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife notified NDOW that the wolf’s GPS collar showed it was in the state. No sightings of the animal were reported.
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Feb. 5, 1957: Gas explosion rocks downtown Reno, killing 2
Two gas-fueled explosions, 30 seconds apart, ripped through downtown Reno on Feb. 5, 1957, killing two people and injuring dozens.
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When will I get my tax refund? Key dates for Nevadans
Whether you’re looking forward to your return, waiting on tax documents, looking to file your taxes this week, or wondering how long you can wait to file, here’s everything Nevadans need to know about the 2026 tax season.
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Nevada regents approve statewide tuition hikes of up to 12%
Regents say the increases are intended to maintain current staffing levels, academic programs and student services.
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How Nevada waited a century to officially add Las Vegas
And in 1982, three groups worked to cut off the bottom part of the state: Arizonans looking to reclaim lost territory, Northern Nevadans tired of Las Vegas’ outsized influence, and Clark County residents hoping to create an entirely new state.
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MLK Jr. Day a federal holiday? Yes, here’s what’s closed in Reno
Several government offices — including post offices and city-owned pools — will be closed for the holiday. However, most major retailers are expected to remain open during their normal hours.
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Las Vegas Athletics hit trademark roadblock
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the baseball team’s bid to register “Las Vegas Athletics” as a new trademark.
