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A ski resort in the Ruby Mountains? No thanks, Elko County says

A request by a private landowner to rezone thousands of acres in the Ruby Mountains was shot down by the Elko County Planning Commission Thursday evening — the latest in attempts to build a ski resort there that date back to the 1950s.

What to know about the congressional push to expand some Social Security benefits

The Social Security bill on Nov. 12 won bipartisan support in the House, 327-75 — with all four Nevadans in support. Here's what to know about the legislation, which would affect more than 45,000 Nevadans, and what could happen next.

Nevada’s top election official eyes changes to speed up ballot counting

In an interview with The Nevada Independent, Aguilar said many of the ballot counting difficulties likely stemmed from staffing levels in Clark and Washoe counties, despite efforts by both counties this year to accelerate ballot processing.

Nevada’s high school graduation rate rises slightly, remains below pre-pandemic levels

Nevada’s high school graduation rate continues to inch closer to its pre-pandemic level as schools are working to help their students recover from disruptions that included a move to virtual learning.

Feds list 'necessary steps' for Colorado River agreement by 2026 but no recommendation yet

Amid the effects of climate change and drought, agreements on how to divide river water are expiring. “Wide gaps” remain between stakeholders with just 20 months to act.

Two Moms for Liberty allies joining the Clark County School Board. What happens now?

Culture war issues centered in the Clark County School Board’s races will likely be a source of tension next year as two former members of a conservative parents group join the 11-member board.

Indy Gaming: Silver Sevens hits pause on plans to bring back original ‘Continental’ name

A rebrand isn’t moving forward, but the casino is experimenting with new technology on the gaming floor. Also, Tilman Fertitta increases his ownership in Wynn.

Clark, Washoe lands bills pass key Senate hurdle. Time to make them law is running short.

The committee votes are the first marker of how senators feel about the bills. The Washoe lands bill passed 10-9, on a party-line vote, while the Clark bill was a more bipartisan endeavor, passing 13-6. Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Steve Daines (R-MT) joined all Democrats to advance the measure.

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Indy Explains: How mass challenges to Nevada voter registrations face uphill legal battle

A conservative group challenged more than 30,000 voters’ eligibility, but state law requires familiarity with individual cases to try to nullify a registration.

Big voter turnout this year benefited Republicans, contradicting conventional political wisdom

In Nevada, nearly 1.5 million ballots were cast, exceeding 2020 levels. That year, Trump had warned expanded mail balloting would forever sideline Republicans.

An educator first and basketball wife second: Regent Lois Tarkanian dies at age 90

The wife of Jerry Tarkanian, her family recalled their mother as a lifelong education advocate. She served as a regent, councilwoman and school board member.

Indy Education: Arts nonprofit offers creative outlet for homeschooled students

A nonprofit in Las Vegas offers art education programs geared toward students who are being homeschooled or looking for a microschool options.

Washoe library officials scrambling after voters shoot down funding measure

Voters failed to approve 30 years of funding for Washoe County libraries. Now, the system could face massive cuts if commissioners direct the money elsewhere.

How Democrat Jacky Rosen won Nevada's Senate race in a Trump year

The freshman senator attributes her success to localizing the Senate race, emphasizing her Nevada roots and commitment to bipartisanship and painting Brown as too extreme for the state. This allowed her to win even in a national environment that favored Republicans and keep enough registered nonpartisan and soft Republican Trump voters from picking Brown as well.

D.C. Download: Susie Lee wants to be the voice of battleground Dems in the House

To win the role, Lee will face Rep. Greg Landsman (D-OH), who just won a second term representing Cincinnati and its red suburbs, and Rep. Kim Schrier (D-WA), who, like Lee, is going into her fourth term and represents western Washington, including Seattle exurbs.