COVID-19 contract tracers continue to be in short supply. That’s especially true for bilingual ones. According to health officials in Nevada, bilingual contract tracers are working seven days a week and up to 14 hours a day. “Right now, it is a very difficult time, and as far as having enough [bilingual contact tracers], I… [Read More]
Sisolak limits gathering sizes, reduces occupancy at certain places as COVID-19 cases climb
Gov. Steve Sisolak announced on Sunday that he is lowering occupancy limits and once again reducing the size of allowed gatherings as COVID-19 continues to spread like wildfire across the state, setting records day after day for new reported cases. Occupancy in restaurants, bars, gyms, casino gaming floors and a host of other gathering spots such as… [Read More]
Sisolak tests positive for COVID-19 as virus surges in Nevada, across the nation
Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Friday that he has tested positive for COVID-19. Sisolak, in a call with reporters Friday afternoon, said that he tested positive in the course of undergoing routine testing for the virus and is not experiencing any symptoms. He received a positive result from a rapid test on Friday and is awaiting the results… [Read More]
Sisolak urges Nevadans to limit nonessential activities under ‘Stay at Home 2.0’ or face further restrictions in two weeks
Gov. Steve Sisolak is asking Nevadans to voluntarily stay home for the next two weeks as COVID-19 cases spike statewide, warning that if the data doesn’t improve over that period he will be forced to take more drastic action. Under what Sisolak is calling “Stay at Home 2.0,” Nevadans are being urged to not go out in… [Read More]
Reno 1868 FC ceases operations due to pandemic
Reno’s United Soccer League team, Reno 1868 FC, announced last Friday it would cease operations following the 2020 season. Reno 1868 FC sprouted its franchise in 2017 at the Greater Nevada Field and went on to play four seasons. The team’s president, Eric Edelstein, called this moment a “COVID-19 casualty.” “Like everything, COVID just devastated… [Read More]
Nevada expects a COVID-19 vaccine in early December
Nevada’s COVID-19 Task Force shared more details last Thursday about the state’s plan to roll out a vaccine. The Department of Health and Human Services plans to distribute a COVID-19 vaccine in three phases. Currently, the state is in Phase 1 of its plan and is waiting for an FDA-approved vaccine. The department predicts an… [Read More]
Breaking down the influence of women in politics
This election, women made up an important voting bloc and the door is slowly opening as more women run for office. To understand the influence of women in politics, KUNR’s Natalie Van Hoozer spoke to Dr. Christina Ladam, a political science professor at the University of Nevada, Reno. They also discussed how the current pandemic… [Read More]
Guidelines for celebrating Halloween and El Día de los Muertos in the high-risk COVID-19 red zone
Both Halloween and El Día de los Muertos are enjoyed within the loving company of families and friends. Both holidays bring with them community gatherings, food and drink sharing, cheering, shouting, singing and more. These are precisely the activities that worry health officials. COVID-19 spreads quickly among such gatherings, especially when people are enjoying each… [Read More]
Commemorating those we have lost in 2020 on the Day of the Dead
This year is definitely one for the history books. Ever since the declaration of the COVID-19 pandemic, our lives have been completely turned upside down. Many of us have stopped working with no idea when we will find employment again. Our children are frustrated with their schoolwork and we fear they will fall behind in… [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]