Politics
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The Republican war on Medicare raises the stakes in 2024
Republicans have been trying to cut and/or privatize Medicare for decades. Their latest plan could lead to thousands of dollars in additional out-of-pocket costs for Nevada seniors.
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Rep. Susie Lee scores win as bill expanding access to public lands passes US House
Provisions seeking to ID long distance bike routes and to allow the use of rock climbing anchors on public lands are in the bill aiming to boost outdoor recreation. Nevadans who enjoy experiencing their state’s natural outdoors beauty may soon have more opportunities to do so. A pair of bipartisan bills from Nevada Democratic US…
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Rep. Susie Lee announces road safety funding for better-lit streets
At one of the most dangerous intersections in Las Vegas, Congresswoman Susie Lee announces more than $3 million in federal funding for road safety improvements. Democratic Nevada US Rep. Susie Lee announced last week that the City of Las Vegas will receive approximately $3.3 million in federal funding for new, brighter streetlights and other projects…
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CCSD Trustees open search for firm to help find superintendent candidates
The chosen firm will then be tasked with identifying qualified candidates for the position. Although the board hasn’t decided yet whether it will pursue a local or nationwide search, it is aiming for the new superintendent to be in place by Nov. 1 or sooner.
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Biden campaign opens new east Las Vegas office
The office is in the heart of one of Las Vegas’ largest Latino communities, and marks the fifth Biden-Harris office operating in Nevada this election cycle. Local Democratic leaders, advocates, and volunteers for President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign celebrated the opening of their newest field office in Nevada on Thursday, underscoring the importance of Nevada…
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Nevada to get $9M in federal grants for water projects
The federal grant funding made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law aims to improve drinking water quality and bolster local treatment facilities.
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Nevada abortion rights amendment one step closer to November ballot
The abortion rights amendment would make reproductive care part of Nevada’s constitution, making it harder to restrict access.
