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We’ve partnered with our friends at Another Planet Entertainment to give away a pair of tickets to Empire of the Sun’s upcoming show at the Grand Sierra Resort on Thursday, Sept. 25. Click here to learn more about the show.
One lucky winner will be chosen from our KUNR weekly newsletter subscriber list! You can also enter the drawing without signing up; click here to visit our drawing page for details.
One lucky winner will be chosen from our KUNR weekly newsletter subscriber list! You can also enter the drawing without signing up; click here to visit our drawing page for details.
There are four showings from Sept. 25-28 at the Joe Crowley Student Union Theatre on the University of Nevada, Reno campus with limited seating.
This is your chance to view this year’s finalist short films and vote for your favorite!
This event is brought to you by KUNR Public Radio and the Joe Crowley Student Union.
This is your chance to view this year’s finalist short films and vote for your favorite!
This event is brought to you by KUNR Public Radio and the Joe Crowley Student Union.
Recent News
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The federal government has issued new guidelines to wildland firefighters for the voluntary use of protective masks. The move comes as knowledge of long-term health risks faced by such workers – including cancer – grows. -
Spanish language music is popular and big business but feeling the effects of immigration crackdownsIncreased Immigration crackdowns are having an impact on Spanish-language live performances as performer visas are being revoked. This is having a significant economic impact on local communities. -
Watch some of Northern Nevada’s respected journalists discuss how they report on Nevada politics in this free nonpartisan community forum. -
Number of doctors leaving small towns reaches new high -
En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca de la Sociedad Protectora de Animales de Truckee-Tahoe busca nuevos donantes en South Lake Tahoe.
As attacks on public media increased this year, we’ve counted on listeners and readers like you to be more than supporters but defenders of our critical public service mission.
Since Congress voted to defund public media in July, many of you have stepped up, financially contributing to and advocating for our station. While there’s still an uncertain and challenging path ahead, the steps we take at KUNR will be confident because of the ongoing support we’ve received from our community.
Local support matters more than ever. If you’ve considered making a donation to KUNR, now is the time to act:
En Español
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En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca de un nuevo sitio web que ayuda a los latinos de Nevada a ahorrar miles de dólares en electricidad. -
En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca de una demanda contra el DMV presentada por la ACLU de NEvada por no hacer públicos todos los documentos relacionados con su cooperación con el ICE -
En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca de nuevas imágenes grabadas por las cámaras corporales de los policías durante el tiroteo en el Grand Sierra Resort. -
En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca de la Cumbre Anual de Tahoe que reunió esta semana a legisladores, líderes tribales y defensores del medio ambiente para debatir sobre el futuro del lago Tahoe. -
En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca de un tirador que abrió fuego en el Grand Sierra Resort and Casino; dejando a tres personas muertas.
Nevada State Government
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Local officials say it’s hard to find space to add housing in the Truckee Meadows. Just north of Reno, Sun Valley is one area that still has room for growth. But its residents are losing vital services. -
Learn how Nevada’s political journalists cover our state on Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City. This free event will be moderated by KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck with a panel of Northern Nevada-based journalists in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums. -
A majority of farms in the United States are considered small, and Nevada is no different. Many provide food right back to the local community. But it’s becoming increasingly more difficult for them to survive. That’s the case for one family-operated farm in Fallon.
Lake Tahoe
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The Tahoe Literary Festival will return to Tahoe City on Oct. 10-11, bringing authors, poets, and readers together for two days of events along the lake. -
The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe is asking South Lake Tahoe residents to step up with monthly donations, as the need for pet support continues to surpass resources.
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The Washoe County Board of Commissioners voted 3-1 on Aug. 26 to adopt amendments to the Tahoe Area Plan, despite strong pushback from some Incline Village and Crystal Bay residents.
Marina Roznitovsky Oster, harp professor at UNR and harpist of the Reno Phil and Reno Chamber Orchestra, presents a beautiful program she has titled “My Favorite Things.” Marina will be joined in some selections by her mom, pianist Nataly Roznitovsky.
Purple Politics Nevada with Lucia Starbuck follows Nevada politics and the 2025 state legislative session. Tune in on the third Friday of each month at 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., as well as the following Sunday at 4 p.m.
Mountain West News
Este resumen de las noticias de la semana se emite en la radio todos los viernes a las 6:45 a.m. y a las 5:44 p.m. y domingos a las 3:01 p.m. en 88.7 FM en el área de Reno. Haga clic aquí para aprender más y escuchar el episodio más reciente.
Join us on Fridays at 6:45 a.m. and 5:44 p.m. and Sundays at 3:01 p.m. for a recap of the week's most important news stories in Spanish. Tune in to 88.7 FM in the Reno area, or click here to learn more and listen to the latest episode.
Join us on Fridays at 6:45 a.m. and 5:44 p.m. and Sundays at 3:01 p.m. for a recap of the week's most important news stories in Spanish. Tune in to 88.7 FM in the Reno area, or click here to learn more and listen to the latest episode.
NPR News
Monthly, live jazz concerts at Reno Little Theater. Presented by KNCJ 89.5, KUNR and For the Love of Jazz.
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