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Gerald Gillock

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Follow the Money: Campaign finance reports show GOP edges in key Assembly races, tight contests in State Senate

Details from the 2019 contribution and expenses reports, due on Jan. 15, detailed how much legislative incumbents and candidates raised over the last calendar year and painted a more hopeful picture for Republicans in several "swing" Assembly races, with a more mixed view in competitive state Senate seats.

Homeless people on the sidewalk

Las Vegas homeless ordinance stirs community concerns

A proposal to make it a misdemeanor to camp or sleep in a public right-of-way in downtown and residential areas of Las Vegas is being met with resistance from a variety of voices, including presidential contender Julian Castro who showed up at City Hall Wednesday to speak to protesters outside.

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