Author: TheNevadaGlobeStaff

In response to the Trump administration’s firm stance on illegal immigration, the ACLU of Nevada has unveiled a “Know Your Rights” webpage aimed at informing individuals about their legal protections. Senior Staff Attorney Sadmira Ramic noted that recent immigration measures have led to increased apprehension and uncertainty within the community. ...

Nevada has confirmed its first known human case of avian flu, marking a critical moment for public health and agricultural biosecurity in the Silver State. The Central Nevada Health District reported that an adult male, who was exposed to infected dairy cattle while working on a farm in Churchill County,...

In recent days, Las Vegas has witnessed a series of violent events that have heightened concerns about public safety and the effectiveness of current policies. On Sunday evening, a man was fatally struck in a hit-and-run incident in North Las Vegas. The victim was crossing against a red light when...

In a classic case of unintended consequences, Nevada’s well-intentioned 2021 mandate requiring the sale of only cage-free eggs has collided head-on with a devastating avian flu outbreak, leading to a severe egg shortage and soaring prices. Now, state lawmakers are scrambling to mitigate the damage. Assembly Bill 171, introduced by...

In a significant move to bolster public safety, the Las Vegas Valley is upgrading its 911 system to the advanced NextGeneration 911 (NG911) platform. This transition will enable residents to send photos and videos directly to emergency dispatchers, enhancing the quality and speed of emergency responses.  The NG911 system is...

In the early hours of Sunday morning, a house fire in the west Las Vegas valley resulted in three residents being displaced. The incident occurred just before 6 a.m. near South Hualapai Way and West Sahara Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters found the garage of a two-story, single-family home engulfed in...

Starting Monday night, Las Vegas drivers will face significant lane reductions near Harry Reid International Airport as part of a project aimed at improving traffic flow.  While the intention is to enhance long-term traffic efficiency, the immediate impact is causing concern among local drivers. Rideshare operator Virginia Sanchez expressed her...