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President Donald Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill Act” phases out tax credits for clean energy projects, slowing the addition of new power to the grid. Experts predict it could drive up energy costs, especially in parts of the Mountain West.
The U.S. House voted to claw back $1.1 billion in already-approved funding for public media. The bill now moves to the Senate, where only 50 votes are needed to make these funding cuts a reality — funding that 1,500 stations across the country, including KUNR, rely on.
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For three years now, Sacha Wells, an interpretive ranger for the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, has made “Ground Squirrel High School” an annual summer exhibit. Last year’s theme was prom. This summer, it’s spirit week. -
The Forest Service's new chief recently published a letter that called for wildfires to be suppressed "as swiftly as possible." That may sound prudent to many, but it raised eyebrows among some who study fire policy. They worried that it may signal a return to aggressive suppression that has been linked to growing wildfire severity. -
Town leaders say the purchase will boost local economic development and will allow it to better support mountain ski employees. -
This could be because of rising home prices and, in some places, the decline of the mining industry. -
The city laid off more than a dozen employees to help balance the budget in June. Now, the city is confirming that two of them will keep their jobs.
En Español
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Artown celebra su 30 aniversario con estatuas gigantes de animales espirituales de México. La exhibición al aire libre se basa en figuras talladas en madera que se expondrán en la antigua oficina de correos. -
El gobernador de Nevada vetó un proyecto de ley presentado por el fiscal general que buscaba prohibir la manipulación de precios de bienes esenciales. -
El gobernador republicano de Nevada, Joe Lombardo, rompió su propio récord de vetos establecido hace dos años. Esta vez vetó 87 proyectos de ley, incluyendo uno que exigía a los votantes presentar identificación. -
El gobernador de Nevada, Joe Lombardo, firmó dos leyes que penalizan ciertos tipos de pornografía generada por inteligencia artificial. -
El gobernador republicano de Nevada, Joe Lombardo, vetó un proyecto de ley que habría ampliado la licencia familiar remunerada para más trabajadores.
Nevada State Government
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The U.S. Supreme Court’s latest ruling on birthright citizenship is drawing sharp criticism from Nevada Assemblymemeber Cecelia Gonzalez who said this will only further family separation and undermine the economic growth immigrants provide. -
Washoe County Library System responds to Governor Joe Lombardo's veto of two bills aimed at protecting libraries and staff. -
Nevada passed two new laws to combat extreme heat and wildfire smoke, requiring local plans to protect residents and outdoor workers starting in 2026.
Lake Tahoe
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The Kahle Drive Complete Street Project will improve public safety, expand multi-modal access and protect Lake Tahoe. -
Regional initiative uses volunteers and new technology to promote sustainability. -
Scientists and officials say they need to figure out why the famed alpine lake isn't improving despite decades and billions of dollars in efforts. Clarity last year was about 40 feet worse than in the late 1960s. Runoff from roads and air pollution are leading causes.
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.
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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.
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