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The Difference Between Going After Price Gouging vs. Implementing Price Controls

While Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has made a crackdown on corporate price gouging a centerpiece of her plan to lower consumer prices, congressional Democrats have already begun introducing legislation that would allow regulators to monitor potential market manipulation.

As Nevadans have seen prices for commodities like groceries and gasoline soar over the last few years, US Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-Nevada) says corporations have been taking advantage of consumers to pad their bottom line. But while polls show public support for efforts to address price gouging, most Americans also are against government price controls.

In a recent interview with The Nevadan, Rosen noted it will be important to educate the public on the difference between the two as she and colleagues attempt to protect consumers from tactics like so-called “shrinkflation.”

“We’re not telling them what to charge,” Rosen said. “We just want to make sure they don’t rip us off.”

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Proyecto de Ley de Vendedores Ambulantes Recibe Actualización

El Senado de Nevada acaba de aprobar una nueva ley que apoya enormemente a los vendedores ambulantes de comida. Si vendes comida en un carrito o deseas hacerlo, esto es lo que necesitas saber sobre la SB295 y su enmienda 461:

Los funcionarios de salud locales deben proporcionar una guía clara y multilingüe en línea. Las cocinas comerciales no serán requeridas para muchos alimentos básicos. Las ciudades no pueden limitar el tipo de alimentos que se venden (siempre que cumplan con las normas sanitarias). Los pequeños vendedores que ganan menos de $35,000 al año estarán exentos de muchas regulaciones.

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Drone Footage Captures Aftermath of Reported Arson Attack at Tesla Center

ICYMI: Five Tesla vehicles were damaged after a fire was started at a Tesla Collision Center in Las Vegas during the early hours of Tuesday, March 18.

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) said said several 911 calls were made at 2:45 am about a fire at the center on Badura Avenue.

“This was a targeted attack against a Tesla facility,” assistant sheriff Dori Koren told a press conference.

“One caller stated they heard gunshots, that there was a subject wearing black clothing setting multiple Tesla vehicles on fire. On arrival officers discovered several vehicles on fire. As well as the word ‘resist’ spray painted on the front doors of the business.

“He used what appeared to be Molotov Cocktails and a firearm to conduct his attack. At least five Tesla vehicles were damaged… Two of which were engulfed in flames.”

This drone video, shared by the LVMPD, shows the aftermath of the blaze, with destroyed vehicles and firefighters at the scene.

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Heavy Snow Covers Nye County

Heavy snow blanketed higher elevations of Nevada on Thursday morning, March 13, as a winter storm carrying gusty winds moved into the area.

Footage taken by Cori Dean shows conditions in Tonopah, which sits at an elevation of 6,047 feet in Nye County.

According to the National Weather Service, total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches for elevations between 6,000 and 8,000 feet were possible by 11 pm in Nye County.

A winter weather advisory would remain in effect until 11 pm, per the NWS.

“Strong winds could cause tree damage,” the weather service said. “Slow down and use caution while traveling.”

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Las Vegas Police Arrest Suspect in Tesla Firebombing Attack

ICYMI: The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) arrested a 36-year old man on Wednesday, March 26, for an arson attack at a Tesla Collision Center in Las Vegas on March 18.

This video, released by LVMPD to Storyful, shows a person, dressed in black, setting a Tesla on fire and spray painting the word “resist” on the doors of the Tesla Collision Center at 6260 Badura Ave at 2:45 am on March 18.

Paul Kim, 36, was arrested Wednesday and charged with multiple state felonies, including three counts of arson, three counts of possession of an explosive device, five counts of shooting into a car and four counts of destroying personal property, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department said.

Assistant Sheriff Dori Koren said detectives were able to see Kim fleeing the scene of the crime in a black Hyundai Elantra, which eventually helped the police identify and arrest the suspect.

“This case has been worked around the clock,” Koren told reporters on Thursday.

“Sheriff [Kevin] McMahill and FBI Special Agent in Charge Spencer Evans have made it a top priority for our organization and put a tremendous amount of workforce behind it.”

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Street Food Vendor Bill Receives Update

The Nevada Senate just passed a new law that greatly supports street food vendors. If you sell food from a cart or want to, here's what you need to know about SB 295 and its amendment 461:

Local health officials must provide clear, multilingual guidance online. Commercial kitchens will not be required for many basic food items. Cities cannot limit the types of food sold (as long as they meet health standards). Small vendors earning less than $35,000 a year will be exempt from many regulations.

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