The Nevada Independent Nevada’s top races remain too early to call with tens of thousands of ballots left to count, but the latest results in the state’s 2022 midterm elections saw Republicans Adam Laxalt and Joe Lombardo slightly ahead of their Democratic opponents in tight senate and gubernatorial races. Republican gubernatorial candidate Joe Lombardo speaks during the … [Read more...] about The Nevada Independent: Top Nevada races too early to call as thousands of mail ballots remain to be counted
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The Nevada Independent: ‘Big Lie’ candidates’ primary success could further erode democracy, advocates say
By The Nevada Independent Hundreds of donors poured nearly a quarter million dollars into the primary campaigns of Nevada legislative candidates who publicly expressed support for the “Big Lie.” An examination of campaign finance documents by The Nevada Independent and KUNR revealed contributions made between January and June came from various sources: a … [Read more...] about The Nevada Independent: ‘Big Lie’ candidates’ primary success could further erode democracy, advocates say
The Nevada Independent: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area considers raising fees
The Nevada Independent About 20 passionate hikers, climbers and outdoor enthusiasts gathered at a recent public meeting to push back on the federal government’s proposal to hike fees for visitors to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, an increasingly popular destination for Las Vegas residents and tourists. The proposal calls for raising fees on cars entering … [Read more...] about The Nevada Independent: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area considers raising fees
The Nevada Independent: Road to Recession? Nevada economists weigh different possibilities for the economy’s future
The Nevada Independent The U.S. inflation rate is at a 40-year high. This year, the stock market recorded its worst first half since 1970, and economic output contracted during the first quarter. In June, the Federal Reserve announced its largest interest rate hike since 1994. Despite the combination of economic headwinds, the national unemployment … [Read more...] about The Nevada Independent: Road to Recession? Nevada economists weigh different possibilities for the economy’s future
Even before COVID-19 pandemic, Nevada’s withered unemployment insurance system struggled to handle workload
By Riley Snyder and Michelle Rindels/The Nevada Independent Cecilia Gonzalez made her first call to Nevada’s unemployment office last Friday at 7:59 a.m., hoping that she might snag an open line the minute the agency opened to resolve a sticking point in her claim about her work history and eligibility. But she would have to make more than 100 attempts over the next two … [Read more...] about Even before COVID-19 pandemic, Nevada’s withered unemployment insurance system struggled to handle workload