Formal name: State Constitutional Rights of Voters Amendment Type of measure: Legislative resolution to amend the Nevada Constitution Summary of what it does: If approved, it would add a list of 11 voting rights and privileges — known as the Voters’ Bill of Rights — to the state Constitution. That list of rights was added to state law in 2002, following… [Read More]
Colorism and its consequences in Latin America and the U.S. (video)
Hispanic Heritage Month gives us in the United States the opportunity to reflect not only on the triumphs of the Latino community today but all their effort, all their struggle, to get to this moment. The journey has not been easy or the same for all Latinos, especially those of indigenous and African descent. One… [Read More]
Uplifting indigenous voices through art and a river clean up
There were several events throughout Reno over the weekend ahead of Indigenous Peoples’ Day to uplift Indigenous voices through art and a river clean up. The morning of Sunday, Oct. 11 started at Idlewild Park, where a couple of dozen people gathered to clear the park and Truckee River of trash and debris. “My heritage… [Read More]
An illustrated guide on voting by mail in Nevada
This illustrated mail-in voting guide is based on reporting from Stephanie Serrano and Natalie Van Hoozer regarding the Nevada 2020 general election. To learn about the state’s voting process in detail visit their past reporting here. To vote by mail be sure to register online by Oct. 15. Early voting starts Oct. 17-30 and Election Day is Nov…. [Read More]
Deputy Fire Chief offers fire safety tips for Fire Prevention Month
In honor of October being Fire Prevention Month, Dale Way, Deputy Fire Chief of the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD), provided information on how the public can practice fire safety. Since this year’s Fire Prevention theme is kitchen safety, TMFPD will focus on tips for preventing fires while cooking. However, Way added that there are… [Read More]
Question 3, changing Nevada’s pardons and sentence commutations process (video)
Formal name: State Board of Pardons Commissioners Amendment Type of measure: Legislative resolution to amend the Nevada Constitution Summary of what it does: Since Nevada’s Constitution was adopted in 1864, the document has granted the governor, attorney general and members of the state Supreme Court the power to “remit fines and forfeitures,” “commute punishments” and “grant pardons, after… [Read More]
Caregivers adjust how they support loved ones during pandemic
Providing care for a senior comes with a lot of responsibility. In some cases, caregivers can be the ones preparing meals, doing errands, providing companionship and overall making sure all of a person’s needs are met. This was already a demanding job. But now, with the addition of COVID-19, it’s gotten more complicated. William Palmer… [Read More]
Washoe and Clark Counties to provide free meals for all children through the end of 2020
The two largest school districts in Nevada are providing free meals to all children as of Tuesday, regardless of enrollment or eligibility for the free and reduced price meals program, and parents who have already paid will be getting that money back. The Washoe County School District (WCSD) began providing free meals on Sept. 29,… [Read More]
Hispanic Heritage Month: Latinos in Nevada have much to celebrate, but still face challenges (opinion)
September 15 kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month. What should normally be a joyous month filled with festivities has been marred by COVID-19 and the somber fact that the virus has disproportionately affected Latinos in Nevada (and elsewhere). Latinos now account for 45 percent of COVID-19 cases in the Silver State. Additionally, Latinos in Nevada have been economically… [Read More]
How to register and vote in Nevada this Election 2020
2020 has brought many changes, including how some voters choose to cast their ballots in this general election. With registration deadlines quickly approaching, here’s what voters need to know. How to register to vote The first option for someone wanting to register online is to do so on the Nevada Secretary of State’s website, registertovotenv.gov…. [Read More]
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