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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. -
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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. -
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