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Lawsuit challenging state-managed public health insurance option dismissed

To bring a lawsuit in the future, the order dismissing the case noted that plaintiffs would need to demonstrate the legislation caused actual harm.

Why Trump's and Harris' proposals to end federal taxes on tips would be difficult to enact

Experts say there’s a reason Congress hasn’t made such a change on taxed tips already -- it would be complicated, not to mention enormously costly.

Rosen posts big lead over Brown in latest Nevada Senate poll

Though Rosen has consistently led Brown since he announced his bid for Senate, the poll’s results are some of the best for Rosen this cycle.

‘We’re happy again’: Harris and Walz bring new enthusiasm to presidential race in Nevada

Saturday’s rally — an hourslong affair that was bigger (and louder) than any Nevada event held by Biden — captured the wave of enthusiasm that has supercharged the Harris campaign.

Jhone Ebert, Superintendent of Public Instruction for Nevada Department of Education, signals the silence sign during the first day of school at Red Rock Elementary School.

Phone pouches, rebuilt campus, career programs: Clark County’s first day of school

Clark County schools kicked off the new academic year on Monday with a series of back-to-school events highlighting schools and programs around the district.

Judge allows Green Party to remain on Nevada presidential ballot

The party’s appearance on November’s general election ballot will be the first in Nevada in 16 years.

Jury selection to begin for ex-politician accused of killing Las Vegas investigative reporter

The trial of a Las Vegas-area politician accused of killing an investigative reporter who wrote articles critical of him will take center stage in Nevada on Monday.

Indy Explains: Question 2 on the 2024 Nevada ballot

Advocates say that Question 2 on the 2024 ballot would update antiquated language — that has been in the state’s governing charter since Nevada’s statehood in 1864 — to be more inclusive toward people with disabilities and their spectrum of needs.

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Lombardo among donors allegedly defrauded by Fiore

As Clark County Sheriff in 2019, Lombardo gave $5,000 to Fiore’s PAC to help fund a fallen officer’s memorial. Prosecutors allege that the money instead went to cover Fiore’s rent.

Old School: Gaughan’s throwback approach keeps South Point flourishing

After building Coast Casinos and selling the company to Boyd Gaming, Michael Gaughan wanted to again be a solo operator. After nearly two decades, his old school style has made South Point a successful operation.

Indy Explains: Are pharmacy benefit managers to blame for high drug prices?

How do pharmacy benefit managers shape the price of prescription drugs, and what is contributing to the high cost of medications?

At massive Vegas rally, Harris energizes Democrats, pledges to end tax on tips

In front of more than 12,000 people, Harris and Walz pitched themselves as the only candidates in the race fighting for people’s freedoms.

In Las Vegas, Kamala Harris sees a chance to improve her odds of winning

Harris is hoping to drive a wedge with Republicans by focusing on issues such as access to abortion and repairs to the U.S. immigration system.

D.C. Download: Can permitting reform turn Nevada into the next 'energy highway?'

By a 15-4 vote last week, the Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee passed the Energy Permitting Reform Act, a compromise bill by brought Sens. Joe Manchin (I-WV) and John Barrasso (R-WY) to speed up the development of energy projects — renewable and fossil fuels.

Vice President Kamala Harris waves during a campaign rally, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Atlanta.