State News
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Nevada debuts public option amid tumultuous federal changes to health care
Nevada law requires that the carriers of the public option plans — Battle Born State Plans, named after a state motto — lower premium costs compared with a benchmark “silver” plan in the marketplace by 15% over the next four years.
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Nevadan things to do (week of Feb. 16)
Looking for something to do this week? We’ve rounded up Black History Month happenings, Lunar New Year festivals, and unique experiences across Nevada—from Reno to Elko to Las Vegas. Check out this Google map of the following events statewide.
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¿La lealtad política de Lombardo con Trump ha influido en la actividad de ICE en Nevada?
En Nevada hay quienes creen que la relación política entre el gobernador Joe Lombardo y el presidente Donald Trump ha ayudado a evitar redadas masivas de inmigración en el estado. Otros dicen que esa explicación es demasiado simple.
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Nevada named among the worst places to drive in 2026
Nevada ranked among the worst states in the country for drivers in a new 2026 study by WalletHub, a media company that publishes personal finance content.
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En Nevada, nueva ley permite seguros de vivienda sin cobertura contra incendios forestales
Una nueva ley aprobada en Nevada está cambiando la forma en que se aseguran las viviendas en el estado. Desde este año, los propietarios podrán contratar pólizas sin cobertura contra incendios forestales, un riesgo cada vez más presente en varias zonas del territorio.
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The Westside story: Celebrating the heart of Black Las Vegas history
Historic Westside Las Vegas survived and thrived despite segregation and neglect. Now it’s undergoing a Renaissance as a Vegas landmark and cultural hub.
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5 Nevada restaurants we wish made USA TODAY’s list of best in the US
The USA TODAY Network has unveiled its Restaurants of the Year for 2026, and among them is Esther’s Kitchen in Las Vegas’ Arts District. But it was difficult to pick just one spot out of the entire state. While Las Vegas hosts an abundance of world-class restaurants, great flavors can be found in every city…
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Taxable sales for cannabis in Nevada declined in the last year
Nevada’s cannabis industry reported nearly $758 million in taxable sales for the fiscal year from July 2024 to June 2025, according to the latest data from the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board and the Nevada Department of Taxation.
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Rep. Mark Amodei, a Nevada Republican, announces retirement from House
Nevada Rep. Mark Amodei announced Friday he’s retiring from Congress. He’s one of two dozen members of the House of Representatives to announce so far they will not be seeking reelection.
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Gray wolf wanders into Nevada before returning to California
The wolf traveled into Nevada north of Lake Tahoe between Mount Rose and Mount Houghton on Monday morning. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife notified NDOW that the wolf’s GPS collar showed it was in the state. No sightings of the animal were reported.
