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OPINION: Poetic justice for Republicans — and an opportunity for Nevada Democrats

Ford and the Democrats have no mandate for anything. What they have is an opportunity to lead in a way no one expects, or to do so in a fashion that could lead the state to ruin…

The Nevada Independent · 9 hrs ago

OPINION: Data centers will draw out the real differences between Lombardo and Ford

I'm not sure what Lombardo will do with the little time he has left in office. But I know one thing he shouldn't do, and that's press ahead with his September executive order that…

The Nevada Independent · 9 hrs ago

'Oh shit, we won': Inside the perfect storm that flipped Nevada's only GOP House seat

A massive blue wave, an embattled GOP nominee and Teresa Benitez-Thompson's smooth campaign all contributed to the historic result.

The Nevada Independent · 9 hrs ago

Nevada has lots of water in a Lake Mead "bank." What happens if water levels keep dropping?

Under federal rules for the river, most of the water can't be taken out once Lake Mead drops below 1,000 feet above sea level. An analysis found that under critically dry…

The Nevada Independent · 9 hrs ago

A Saturday Routine, a Growing Role: Family Caregiving in Nevada

Helping someone you love with medications, meals, or appointments has a name: family caregiving. Here's what it can cost and where to find help.

The Nevada Independent · 11 hrs ago

Democrats' election rout is poised to dramatically reorder federal health policy

Key priorities for newly elected Democrats include a legislative push to reverse cuts to the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid, and to lower insurance premiums and drug prices.

The Nevada Independent · 1 day ago

Voters reject Southern Nevada school board candidates backed by Moms for Liberty

Several incumbents on K-12 and higher education boards are projected to win re-election.

The Nevada Independent · 2 days ago

Arrasador triunfo Demócrata: Conclusiones de las elecciones de medio término de Nevada en 2026

Este martes los Demócratas de Nevada tuvieron su mejor noche electoral en décadas, consiguiendo escaños para su partido en todos los niveles. Nuestros periodistas repasan sus…

The Nevada Independent · 2 days ago

One night, different vibes. Election Day brings elation for Ford, gloom for Lombardo

Ford will make history as not only the first Black governor elected in Nevada but of any state west of the Mississippi River.

The Nevada Independent · 3 days ago

Northern Nevada results: Dems take historic control of Washoe Commission, sweep Reno races

Across the board, Northern Nevada gave way to the blue tsunami that engulfed the U.S. and Nevada, even in ruby red districts and despite Democratic candidates often raising much…

The Nevada Independent · 3 days ago

After blue wave hits Nevada, it trickles down into Clark County

After polling site delays, results show that Democrats fared well in Southern Nevada — even in races where partisan policy stances weren't in play.

The Nevada Independent · 3 days ago

OPINION: A rebuke of MAGA is not an endorsement of Democrats

Tuesday's results demonstrate what happens when a political party forgets it was put in power by a populace far more ideologically diverse than the activists who happen to show up…

The Nevada Independent · 3 days ago

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