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Nevada local government candidates: Who’s running in school board, city, county races

Down-ballot races heat up as aspiring officials compete for county commission, school board and city council seats across Nevada.

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As Vegas race nears, will locals embrace F1?

Despite months of preparation, F1 officials are still running into obstacles associated with holding a grand prix in one of the world’s most iconic tourist destinations — from busing in casino workers, dealing with unexpected (and costly) infrastructure demands and permanent changes to the face of the Strip. 

Plenty of reasons for frustration over F1 chaos

The logistical challenges of turning a highly trafficked resort corridor into a racetrack are massive and bound to cause some discontent. However, the inaccessibility of the event itself is likely to only amplify such frustrations.

Indy Explains: Can Nevada adopt rent control?

As Nevadans grapple with burdensome rent hikes, wage stagnation and an acute housing shortage, the once-unseemly topic of rent control is making its way into conversations across every level of Nevada government.

Before death, Reid emptied campaign accounts

Reid, who had been out of office for nearly six years before his death, was able to make those political donations through a loophole in federal campaign finance law that allows retired elected officials to continue to use their campaign accounts for years after they leave office.

Carole Vilardo, widely respected taxpayer advocate, dies at 80

“She was a careful, creative, and critical thinker who read broadly and thought deeply. With Carole’s passing, she leaves behind a legacy that will long-serve as a benchmark for all Nevadans,” NTA President Cindy Creighton said in a statement. 

Clark County Sheriff Lombardo announces run for governor as Republican; says he’ll veto new taxes, take ‘law and order’ tack

Much of Lombardo’s speech on Monday previewed his coming campaign messaging — including calling Sisolak the “most partisan governor in Nevada history” and saying Sisolak has copied the “worst policies of some of the most liberal governors in the country.” Lombardo also promised to block any effort to teach critical race theory in public schools, to back efforts requiring identification to vote and rolling back several Democrat-backed election changes including ballot collection and expanded mail voting.

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