Bert Johnson
Senior CorrespondentBert is KUNR’s senior correspondent. He covers stories that resonate across Nevada and the region, with a focus on environment, political extremism and Indigenous communities.
He began his career in journalism after studying abroad during the summer of 2011 in Egypt, during the Arab Spring. Before he joined KUNR, Bert was a reporter at Capital Public Radio and a producer for KNPR.
Bert likes tinkering with bikes, backpacking the Sierra and studying Spanish, which has helped him cover stories in Mexico City and Puerto Rico.
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A new report warns that high rates of gun violence and political extremism could threaten the democratic process. -
The Brennan Center for Justice is out with new recommendations to help battleground states like Nevada guard against election interference.
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Heavy rain caused problems at the annual art gathering, leading to driving bans and travel restrictions. Organizers asked attendees to 'conserve food, water, and fuel, and shelter in a warm, safe space.'
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The Reno city council took an important step in redrawing political boundaries earlier this month, when they voted to adopt a new ward map. But the decision has been controversial among elected officials and some residents.
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The SHIELD Training Initiative is focused on helping police respond to the national overdose crisis. In August, instructors brought their evidence-based approach to Nevada.
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The pandemic negatively impacted many Nevadans’ mental health – including some who had no experience with mental illness. Advocates say that’s helped lower stigma.
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Republican presidential candidate and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis took the stage at the annual Basque Fry fundraiser in Gardnerville. His appearance marks a departure from the event’s pro-Trump past.
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En marzo, se acabó un programa que daba apoyo adicional a los beneficiarios de SNAP durante la pandemia. Ahora, el banco de comida dice que la demanda de alimentos está creciendo.
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Staff with the Food Bank of Northern Nevada predicted food insecurity would spike after extra SNAP benefits ended in March. Now, they’re looking to lawmakers for relief.
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A Washoe County judge ordered the private investigator who put a GPS tracker on Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve’s car to name his client.
