The Supreme Court issued an expected opinion Friday overturning a 50-year constitutional right to abortion and igniting an issue that could play a significant role in the November midterm elections. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), considered the most endangered Senate Democrat of the 2022 cycle, said it was “a devastating day for women in America.” “People in… [Read More]
Health District offers COVID-19 vaccine to those between 6 months and 4 years old
The Washoe County Health District is offering COVID-19 vaccines to anyone 6 months old or older starting Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at 1001 East Ninth Street, building B. Parents may schedule an appointment by calling 775-328-2427. Walk-ins are available if room is available. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and FDA recently approved… [Read More]
Where can Nevada students find free meals this summer?
With schools out for the summer and rising inflation making trips to the grocery store more expensive, many parents are looking for resources to help keep their kids’ bellies full over the next few months. Some Nevada school districts are offering summer meal programs to help. District leaders have seen some confusion from parents regarding… [Read More]
Breaking down common voting questions in Washoe County
Early voting for Nevada’s primary elections is already underway. KUNR’s Natalie Van Hoozer sat down with Washoe County Government Affairs Manager Jamie Rodriguez. She’s on the ground at the Registrar of Voters office and explained some common voting questions. Natalie Van Hoozer: Ahead of this 2022 primary and general election, what are common questions that… [Read More]
Nevada to divest from some firearms manufacturers
Nevada Treasurer Zach Conine on Thursday said his office will divest the state’s more than $49 billion investment portfolio from companies that manufacture or sell assault-style weapons. Nevada is one of several states to divest from firearm companies, joining Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York. The decision comes after multiple mass shootings over the past… [Read More]
For the loved ones of Anna Marie Scott, a lack of justice is leaving them restless
In April, roughly 16 billboards started to fill the region’s sky with Anna Marie Scott’s name and face. Secret Witness is advertising a $2,500 dollar reward for any information that could help the family find justice for her murder. Anna’s body was found in a burned vehicle south of Reno on I-580 in early February…. [Read More]
Mayoral candidates discuss solutions for Reno’s housing affordability crisis
Ahalf-dozen mayoral hopefuls came out to the downtown Reno library last night to discuss their candidacy and some of Reno’s most pressing issues. In attendance were Reno City Council member Jenny Brekhus, William Mantle, Jesse Razo, Joaquin Roces, Judi Rought and Tabitha Schneider. The forum was set up for candidates to focus on their platforms… [Read More]
Spurred on by health district, corner stores in Reno begin to provide more fruits and veggies
A neighborhood corner store has begun to provide more fruits and veggies as part of an initiative by the Washoe County Health District to make it easier for people to access nutrient-rich food. At the corner of Vassar Street and Harvard Way in Reno, there are two things that sell well in Hachib Hossain’s Vassar… [Read More]
Registrar’s office prepares for June primary
Officials with the Washoe County Registrar of Voters on Wednesday gave the news media a tour of their recently updated office and talked about efforts to balance transparency and ballot security. Jamie Rodriguez, government affairs manager for Washoe County, showed the chain of custody for ballots and how precautions are taken so no ballot is… [Read More]
Nevada will see a rise of 30% in dementia cases by 2025: report
Between 2020 and 2025, every state across the country is expected to experience an increase in the number of people 65 and older with dementia, according to a report by the Alzheimer’s Association. In the Mountain West, Arizona and Nevada are the states most at risk, as are people of color. The report estimates that… [Read More]
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