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Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
The trial brought to a head a decades-old case that for years has drawn the attention of hip-hop fans and true crime experts alike.
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Nevadan things to do (week of Aug. 31)
From festivals to vintage finds, and virtual talks to outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone from Las Vegas to Reno and in between.
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What will El Niño bring Tahoe this winter? What forecasts say
The National Weather Service’s winter outlook favors above-normal precipitation around Tahoe from December through February. It also favors above-normal temperatures.
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Fearing ‘catastrophic impacts’ from water cuts, Nevada sues feds over Colorado River plan
Last week, the Trump administration released a plan that requires Nevada, Arizona and California to cut water use by roughly 20% over the next two years.
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For Burning Man, 30% higher gas prices add to already expensive event
Across the gas station plaza, burners complained about the fuel prices, but said there was little they could do. Burning Man has always been expensive for most attendees, they said.
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Re-discovering the Springs Preserve
I visited Springs Preserve. I had been before, a few years ago, but I had never seen their indoor galleries, which were the perfect excuse to get out of the heat.
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Here’s everything we know about Nevada’s new state park
Nevada’s new state park is already generating buzz, and it doesn’t even have a name.
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Is Death Valley safe to visit during the summer?
A reader asked why Death Valley stays open during extreme heat. We took the question to the park—and learned why August is one of its busiest months.
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How will Reno-Sparks handle a predicted 600,000 population by 2044?
Long story short: The opportunities and challenges we’ll face in 2044 may not be the ones we’re anticipating right now.
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11 delicious Black-owned restaurants in Nevada to try this month
These beloved Black-owned restaurants in Nevada are bringing culture, history, and flavor to the state’s dining scene during Black Business Month.
