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How Nevada programs are faring the wake of Trump admin's cuts, cancellations

After more than two months into the Trump administration, we’re starting to see the impacts of the funding cuts, cancellations and rescissions pursued by  Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

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OPINION: Red light cameras will not help public safety

Cameras are used to monitor dangerous intersections. And what they have uncovered throughout the years is a disturbing level of noncompliance. However, claims that they will lower the number of traffic accidents aren’t as airtight as advocates claim.

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