U.S. To Accept 100,000 Ukrainian Refugees, Levy More Sanctions On Russia

New economic restrictions on Russia, and billions more in aid for Ukrainians will go toward food, shelter, water and medical supplies.

Does Clark County Have The Authority, Desire To Pursue Rent Control?

State officials argue counties have the ability. Commissioners aren’t so sure. And in the meantime, renters struggle.

Washoe County Commission Denies Election Deniers

Republican Secretary of State Cegavske did a review of alleged election integrity issues and found no evidence of widespread voter fraud.

Ketanji Brown Jackson Defends Her Record Under Grilling From U.S. Senate Republicans

Jackson, who would be the first person from Florida to sit on the court, said law enforcement had long been part of her of life.

RINO

Republicans like judges who promise to base judicial rulings on what (they prefer to think) the Constitution’s framers intended.

Ketanji Brown Jackson Vows To Decide U.S. Supreme Court Cases From A ‘Neutral Posture'

Members of both political parties congratulated her on her nomination and impressive career.

Seriously? People Are Running For Lieutenant Governor? Again?

There's only one reason to run for the job: The winner can become governor.

Sentencing And Sex Offenders Among GOP Plot Points For Ketanji Brown Jackson Hearings

Members of the panel will question Jackson for two full days, following opening statements by the nominee and senators Monday.

GOP SOS Hopeful Imports Election Fraud Theorists To Promote Nye County Measure

Clerk asked to to consider switch to hand-counted paper ballots, says she’ll think about it.

U.S. Senate Backs Shift To Permanent Daylight Saving Time

The bill, if signed into law, would not go into effect until 2023, to give airlines and other companies time to adjust.

Putin Has A Lot Of Gold And Susie Lee Wants To Lock It Up

Nevada Democratic Rep. Susie Lee is among a bipartisan group in Congress sponsoring legislation designed to stop Vladimir Putin.

Federal Judge Rejects NV Tribe's Attempt To Join Lithium Mine Suit

Interior asks 9th Circuit to let mine proceed.

Manchin Sides With Republicans Against Fed Board Nominee

The announcement casts serious doubt on the chances of Senate confirmation for Sarah Bloom Raskin.

Pressure Ramps Up To Halt Trump-Era Policy That Expels Migrants At The Border

Title 42 was enacted by the Trump administration in 2020 as a way to prevent migrants from seeking asylum in the U.S.

Hope For Prisoners Founder Rats Out Former Colleagues

Hope for Prisoners is one of two Southern Nevada non-profit organizations that receive federal grants administered by Workforce Connections.

U.S., Other Democracies Limit Russian Trade Benefits In Reaction To War Against Ukraine

The latest round of joint economic restrictions will revoke Russia's status as a preferred trading partner.

Utah Water Pipeline Proposal Premised On Faulty Population Estimates, Critics Say

Iron County residents rely on aquifers for water, rather than a river system or reservoir, but those aquifers are quickly depleting.

His Excellency The Sheriff

It will be so gratifying to hear how the one, the only, the majestic Joe Lombardo will address challenges facing Nevada and Nevadans.

COVID Aid Stripped From U.S. Spending Bill After Protests States Would Lose Relief Money

Numerous Democratic lawmakers were upset stating their states would be short-changed while other states would not be affected.

Downwinder Funding Extension Left Out Of Spending Bill

The 32-year old fund enacted in the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) provides lump sums to people exposed to radiation.

Biden Declares U.S. Ban On Russian Oil, Warns Of Gasoline Price Spikes

President Biden said his administration would use every tool at its disposal to “protect American families and businesses.”

Cortez Masto, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Fix Green Card Backlog

Legislation was introduced this week that, if enacted, would provide sweeping relief to immigrants caught in green card backlogs.

With Ukraine War, Republicans Get Religion On Democracy

Rep. Scott Perry denounced Russian strongman Vladimir Putin as a “murderous thug” who’s “targeting civilians [and] committing war crimes”.

How Zelensky Proved You Don't Need To Be A Strongman To Be A Great Leader

President Volodymyr Zelensky will go down as the face of Ukrainian resilience during the Russian invasion of his country.

U.S. Government Shutdown Days Away As Congress Struggles On Ukraine Aid, COVID-19 Relief

With just five days left before government funding expires, Democrats and Republicans are trying to reach an agreement.

A Year After Jan. 6, Attack On The U.S. Capitol Lives On In Hundreds Of Court Cases

The Department of Justice continues to spend enormous amounts of time and energy pressing cases against insurrectionists.

Experts Warn Increased Threats On Officials Could Spark Violence Ahead Of Election

Homeland Security has already issued a warning that the midterm elections could be a rallying point for domestic extremists.

Partisan Policies Didn't Raise Gas Prices, And Partisan Sniping Won't Lower Them

Oil companies would prefer not to sell oil unless they can make money off it.

White House Allows Ukrainian Nationals To Stay In The U.S. Without Fear Of Deportation

Temporary Protected Status will shield Ukrainian nationals living in the United States from deportation.

‘A Crisis That Is Hiding In Plain Sight': Missing And Murdered Women Of Color

“The epidemic of missing persons of color is not a new topic but one that has been dismissed because society does not care about us.”

White House Wants $10 Billion For Ukraine Aid, $22.5 Billion For More COVID Help

Approving the Ukraine aid may quickly get bipartisan support in Congress, the COVID-19 aid will likely face a more complicated path.

U.S. House Panel Hears From DHS About Problems With ‘Remain In Mexico' Immigration Policy

Many advocates have documented harm, separation and deaths to those who must comply with the program.

Anti-Abortion Group Looks To Revive State's Defunct Parental Notification Law

Advocates also backing broader ‘parental rights’ initiative.

Candidate Filing Starts Next Week. Fiore And Gilbert Should Skip It.

Joey Gilbert and Michele Fiore defended an attention-seeking hate merchant who harassed Nevada’s governor while with his family.

Biden In State Of The Union Urges ‘Unmistakable' Support For Democracy In Ukraine

“Throughout our history we've learned this lesson – when dictators do not pay a price for their aggression, they cause more chaos.”

Billions In U.S. Aid For Ukraine Eyed In Struggle Against Russian Invasion

The Biden administration has asked Congress to approve $6.4 billion in additional assistance.

Texans Go To The Polls Under Sweeping New Voting Restrictions

The election will offer a preview for other states on how restrictive new voting laws will affect voter turnout.

Gilbert, Fiore Defend Threats Made On Governor And Wife At Restaurant

The video showed two men threatening Sisolak and following him and his wife through the restaurant and then outside.

Supreme Court To Hear Case Tribes Fear Is A Threat To Sovereignty

NV tribe calls challenge to federal law ‘a blatant slap in the face’

New U.S. Sanctions On Russia Target Banks, High-Tech Imports

The U.S. and allies will limit Russia’s ability to use international currency, including U.S. dollars, euros, pounds and yen.