Medicaid cuts hit everyone: President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” threatens $930 billion in Medicaid cuts over the next decade, prompting Nevada hospitals to consider staff layoffs, service reductions, and warning of higher private insurance costs — find out how you could be affected.
Tax break for tip earners: Nevada’s “No Tax on Tips” provision in the “Big Beautiful Bill,” signed July Fourth, could exempt up to $25,000 of yearly tips from federal tax, with IRS guidance still pending — find out how it might boost your pay.
Marlette Lake Dam overhaul: State crews broke ground on June 12 for a $23 million reconstruction of the 1870s earthen dam, which will install new outlet conduits, filter drains, and a three-foot embankment extension to safeguard the water supply and Lake Tahoe clarity by fall 2026 — find out what’s next.
New English rules loom: After a Trump executive order, roadside inspections now test truckers’ reading and speaking skills in English, prompting associations and driving schools from New Jersey to Nevada to launch free ESL courses — learn what classes could keep drivers on the road.
Nevada sparks California fireworks craze: A Chronicle investigation reveals roughly a dozen legal Nevada shops—packed with California buyers and linked to up to 70% of the state’s illicit fireworks—are lighting up Golden State nights — find out why.
Nevada outpaces national wage growth: The latest ADP report shows Nevada workers saw a 5.1% year-over-year pay increase in June—beating the 4.4% U.S. average and ranking seventh nationwide — find out what this means for your paycheck.
Our World in Our Words: The Nevada Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities’ documentary about four women’s first-person experiences won seven Emmys on June 21 in San Diego — find out what this honor means for disability inclusion.
State entomologist steps down: After an extraordinary 40-year career protecting Nevada’s agricultural and natural ecosystems, Jeff Knight retired July 4 — find out more.
Nevada’s costly child care: A 2025 WalletHub study ranks the state No. 11 for married couples—who spend 9.12% of income on family-based care and 11.07% on center-based care—while single parents dedicate up to 29.65% of their earnings — find out how Nevada measures up.
Silver State’s renewable revolution: Nevada’s sun-drenched deserts and volcanic springs power a clean energy boom—second in U.S. geothermal (700 MW for 500,000 homes), fourth in solar (5,200 MW for 1.3 million households), plus projects like the 690 MW Gemini Solar Farm and Tesla’s 40 GWh-per-year Gigafactory — find out how Nevada is powering America’s future.
Other Nevada headlines this week
- Discover 7 Off-The-Grid Nevada Towns in 2025
- Nevada Northern unveiled locomotive painted for 250th
- Group sues to protect Tecopa bird’s beak
- Sierra Nevada Kiwanis donated to Computer Corps
- Las Vegas tops Nevada’s priciest housing markets
- Nevada Supreme Court blocks discipline against Fiore
- Former inmate awarded $4.3 million settlement
