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Southern Nevada relies heavily on tourism to thrive, but tourism to Las Vegas has been steadily declining. In just one month, over 4,700 jobs in leisure and hospitality were lost.
January 27, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Southern Nevada relies heavily on tourism to thrive, but tourism to Las Vegas has been steadily declining. In just one month, over 4,700 jobs in leisure and hospitality were lost.
Former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce has been nominated to be the Director of the Bureau of Land Management. Pearce has a long record of opposing federal ownership of public lands. Read more here: t.co/GDwXmBJVvu
January 22, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce has been nominated to be the Director of the Bureau of Land Management. Pearce has a long record of opposing federal ownership of public lands. Read more here: t.co/GDwXmBJVvu
In the past, Nevada homeowners have seen applications for insurance denied because of living in wildfire-prone areas. #AB376 went into effect on Jan. 1st, which allows insurance companies to exclude wildfire coverage from their polices. Read more here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/insu...
January 20, 2026 at 11:37 PM
In the past, Nevada homeowners have seen applications for insurance denied because of living in wildfire-prone areas. #AB376 went into effect on Jan. 1st, which allows insurance companies to exclude wildfire coverage from their polices. Read more here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/insu...
Today, we reflect on the life and legacy of the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr.
January 19, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Today, we reflect on the life and legacy of the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr.
We're hiring a Development Manager! To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected] no later than January 23, 2026. Click here for more info: bit.ly/3Nbbm5E
January 15, 2026 at 10:30 PM
We're hiring a Development Manager! To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected] no later than January 23, 2026. Click here for more info: bit.ly/3Nbbm5E
According to Consumer Affairs, Nevada is the second-worst state for renters in the country. With the median two-bedroom apartment costing $1,489 a month, affordability and lack of renter protections landed our state low on the list. Read more here: buff.ly/2JgB18U
January 14, 2026 at 8:02 PM
According to Consumer Affairs, Nevada is the second-worst state for renters in the country. With the median two-bedroom apartment costing $1,489 a month, affordability and lack of renter protections landed our state low on the list. Read more here: buff.ly/2JgB18U
The E.P.A. will stop considering the value of saving human lives when establishing standards on air pollution. Experts said that this change will likely result in lower costs for companies and dirtier air. Read more here: buff.ly/ilWLvB6
January 13, 2026 at 12:40 AM
The E.P.A. will stop considering the value of saving human lives when establishing standards on air pollution. Experts said that this change will likely result in lower costs for companies and dirtier air. Read more here: buff.ly/ilWLvB6
We're hiring a Development Manager! To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected] no later than January 23, 2026. Click here for more info: bit.ly/3Nbbm5E
January 10, 2026 at 12:00 AM
We're hiring a Development Manager! To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected] no later than January 23, 2026. Click here for more info: bit.ly/3Nbbm5E
A report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that only 584,000 jobs were created during 2025. Along with job creation being down, unemployment rates went up last year, peaking at 4.4%
January 9, 2026 at 10:21 PM
A report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that only 584,000 jobs were created during 2025. Along with job creation being down, unemployment rates went up last year, peaking at 4.4%
Nevadans have until January 15th to purchase a health plan through Nevada Health Link. After Republicans in Congress refused to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, middle-class families are expected to see their premiums double. Read more here: buff.ly/wVHOGR4
January 6, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Nevadans have until January 15th to purchase a health plan through Nevada Health Link. After Republicans in Congress refused to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, middle-class families are expected to see their premiums double. Read more here: buff.ly/wVHOGR4
Happy Holidays from the Institute for a Progressive Nevada team!
December 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Happy Holidays from the Institute for a Progressive Nevada team!
The Trump Administration has pardoned dozens of individuals who were involved in attempts to undermine the results of the 2020 election, including six alleged conspirators in Nevada. These prosecutions defend and protect the integrity of our elections.
November 10, 2025 at 10:16 PM
The Trump Administration has pardoned dozens of individuals who were involved in attempts to undermine the results of the 2020 election, including six alleged conspirators in Nevada. These prosecutions defend and protect the integrity of our elections.
Numbers don't lie; film tax credits won't be a good investment in Nevada. If we go through with the #HollywoodHandouts, Nevada's return on investment could be up to $485 million less than what we put in. Read more at NoHandoutsNevada.com
November 6, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Numbers don't lie; film tax credits won't be a good investment in Nevada. If we go through with the #HollywoodHandouts, Nevada's return on investment could be up to $485 million less than what we put in. Read more at NoHandoutsNevada.com
Recent cuts to SNAP are going to affect over 500,000 Nevadans. If you need help finding food assistance near you, use www.nevada211.org/food-service...
November 4, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Recent cuts to SNAP are going to affect over 500,000 Nevadans. If you need help finding food assistance near you, use www.nevada211.org/food-service...
Happy Nevada Day from the Institute for a Progressive Nevada team! Everyday we're educating and empowering Nevadans to build a state where everyone has a fair opportunity to succeed!
October 31, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Happy Nevada Day from the Institute for a Progressive Nevada team! Everyday we're educating and empowering Nevadans to build a state where everyone has a fair opportunity to succeed!
Recent cuts to SNAP are going to affect over 500,000 Nevadans. If you need help finding food assistance near you, use www.nevada211.org/food-service...
October 30, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Recent cuts to SNAP are going to affect over 500,000 Nevadans. If you need help finding food assistance near you, use www.nevada211.org/food-service...
Affordable Care Act tax credit recipients are already seeing how their projected premiums are going to skyrocket. Americans across the country are planning for the sacrifices they need to make in order to afford their health insurance.
October 30, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Affordable Care Act tax credit recipients are already seeing how their projected premiums are going to skyrocket. Americans across the country are planning for the sacrifices they need to make in order to afford their health insurance.
If the government shutdown continues till Nov. 1st, SNAP and Head Start will run out of funding. This pause in funding for both programs will jeopardize millions of low-income Americans' ability to buy groceries and have access to childcare. Read more here: buff.ly/pJSdvhN
October 28, 2025 at 8:09 PM
If the government shutdown continues till Nov. 1st, SNAP and Head Start will run out of funding. This pause in funding for both programs will jeopardize millions of low-income Americans' ability to buy groceries and have access to childcare. Read more here: buff.ly/pJSdvhN
In the recent cyberattack that crippled services across the state, the Secretary of State’s voter registration information remained safe. Thanks to a 2021 law that mandated centralizing voter data, NV voters' information was not compromised. Read more here: nevadacurrent.com/2025/10/20/n...
October 24, 2025 at 5:33 PM
In the recent cyberattack that crippled services across the state, the Secretary of State’s voter registration information remained safe. Thanks to a 2021 law that mandated centralizing voter data, NV voters' information was not compromised. Read more here: nevadacurrent.com/2025/10/20/n...
A new study by UNLV’s Lied Center for Real Estate found that only 6.1 percent of all jobs in Southern Nevada pay enough to afford to buy a home in Las Vegas. To be able to afford the average mortgage payment, you would need to make at least $57.22 an hour.
October 21, 2025 at 8:18 PM
A new study by UNLV’s Lied Center for Real Estate found that only 6.1 percent of all jobs in Southern Nevada pay enough to afford to buy a home in Las Vegas. To be able to afford the average mortgage payment, you would need to make at least $57.22 an hour.
This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, take action to support WIC benefits for Nevada’s Tribal Nations! Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada WIC benefits are active again, but funding is still uncertain. Help build long-term security for mothers and children www.itcn.org?page_id=2696
October 13, 2025 at 4:43 PM
This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, take action to support WIC benefits for Nevada’s Tribal Nations! Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada WIC benefits are active again, but funding is still uncertain. Help build long-term security for mothers and children www.itcn.org?page_id=2696
Update: After a brief suspension of WIC benefits for Tribal Nations, USDA funds are being used to keep the program running. While funding is still uncertain during the government shutdown, these funds should keep benefits going until Oct. 31st
October 9, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Update: After a brief suspension of WIC benefits for Tribal Nations, USDA funds are being used to keep the program running. While funding is still uncertain during the government shutdown, these funds should keep benefits going until Oct. 31st
Vaccination rates of children in Nevada have been declining since 2024. New data shows that the number of kindergarten students vaccinated falls below the threshold for herd immunity against measles.
October 9, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Vaccination rates of children in Nevada have been declining since 2024. New data shows that the number of kindergarten students vaccinated falls below the threshold for herd immunity against measles.
The federal government shutdown has forced the Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada to suspend WIC benefits for 28 tribal communities across the state. These benefits are suspended starting 10/9 until further notice.
October 8, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The federal government shutdown has forced the Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada to suspend WIC benefits for 28 tribal communities across the state. These benefits are suspended starting 10/9 until further notice.
Recently, Las Vegas was rocked by another mass shooting at LVAC. Acts of gun violence in public spaces harm communities. We have to do better to protect everyone.
May 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Recently, Las Vegas was rocked by another mass shooting at LVAC. Acts of gun violence in public spaces harm communities. We have to do better to protect everyone.