Economy
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Are Trump’s tax policies helping Nevadans? We broke it down
President Donald Trump heads to Red Rock Resort Aug. 5 as new data shows his tax policies raised costs for all but the wealthiest 5% of Americans.
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Prescriptions for nutrition: Nevada program connects food banks to health care
Nationally, the report found a 14% decrease in hospitalizations and an 11% drop in emergency room visit rates for patients participating in the program compared to the baseline.
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You didn’t vote for them, but three Lombardo appointees decide your NV Energy bill
Three governor-appointed commissioners approved NV Energy’s new peak demand charge. Now the attorney general and solar advocates are fighting it in court.
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Nevada workers are absorbing Trump’s SNAP, Medicaid cuts
Trump’s tax and spending law is reshaping daily life for Nevada consumers, grocers and health care workers alike.
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Unions in the Silver State say they’re excited about Aaron Ford’s agenda
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford (D) focuses on supporting the workforce and unions in his economic development plan.
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What experts consider middle class in Nevada may surprise you
To be considered middle class in Nevada, the SmartAsset study states that you would have to make at least $54,089. For context, a person earning Nevada’s minimum wage of $12 would need to work more hours than two full-time jobs (80 hours) to be considered middle class.
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Trump’s social media travel rule puts Nevada tourism at risk
Nevada’s two Democratic senators are demanding the Trump administration scrap a rule that would require visitors from 42 countries to hand over five years of social media history before entering the US — a move the senators say threatens Nevada’s already struggling tourism economy.
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Gas tops $5 in Nevada as war fallout hits wallets—and tourism
As the US war with Iran continues with support from Gov. Joe Lombardo, fuel prices have surged, flights are being cut, and some workers say they can no longer afford to do their jobs.
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Nevada named among 10 best states to start a business. What it means
Nevada made WalletHub’s top 10 best states to start a business, outperforming states like California and Arizona, but coming out behind Idaho.
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NV gas prices peak among the highest in the nation
Ford pins rising prices, including gas, on Republican policies, while the Nevada GOP blames him.
