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Resort industry looks to stop Nevada lottery proposal from reaching the ballot

An effort to remove a ban on lotteries from the Nevada Constitution returns for another round of scrutiny after its approval in 2023.

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Henderson Council candidates jockey to preserve prosperity, address police shortages

The council oversees how land is used in the city — a critical function as Southern Nevada’s population is expected to flourish while facing historic drought and cuts to the state’s allotment of Lake Mead. Council members vote on development plans, business licenses, property taxes and how to split its $814 million budget between public safety, community programs and other projects.

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