Affordability
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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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From mastodons to modern art: 7 free museums in Nevada to wander through
See a mastodon, minerals, or modern art at one of these seven free museums in Nevada.
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Affordable healthcare emerges as voter priority in purple Nevada governor’s race
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo is running for reelection in a tight race against Democratic state AG Aaron Ford in the Nevada governor’s race.
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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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AARP Nevada calls on Congress to rescue Social Security
A new report finds agency will only be able to pay 83% of scheduled benefits by 2034.
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How much do Nevada workers earn, work each week? See BLS data
Here’s a closer look at what Nevadans earned, how much they worked and how Nevada compared to other states working hours and wages.
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What $1,001 rent gets you in Nevada right now
Location, location, location. Rentals in Nevada vary by city, with more options available at lower prices in smaller towns or older areas.
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Do you live in one of Nevada’s 40 food deserts? Here’s what to know
Though many people in Nevada live in food deserts, local nonprofits and agencies are working together to fix the issue.
