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SCOTUS Strikes Down Ban On ‘Bump Stocks’, Nevada Lawmakers React

June 14, 2024 5:55 pmJune 17, 2024 12:20 pm

Today, in a divided 6-3 decision (see below), the conservative justices of the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in Garland vs. Cargill, finding that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) “bump stock” ban was unconstitutional. The split decision reverses the 2018 ban that outlawed the...

OPINION: Rethinking Prescription Drug Costs–A Strategic Approach for Businesses

June 14, 2024 12:36 pm

Prescription drug costs are rising, and businesses and their employees are feeling the pinch more than ever. High-profile solutions from companies like GoodRx, Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs, and Amazon Pharmacy are capturing headlines and offering the promise of relief. While these innovations are welcome, they may differ from the...

Jacky Rosen Sails, Sam Brown Soars, Jeff Gunter Sours

June 13, 2024 7:36 pmJune 14, 2024 5:56 pm

Captain Sam Brown soared to victory in the Nevada primary to face Democratic Senator Jacky Rosen in the general election in November, securing former President Donald Trump’s endorsement two days before election day (which apparently isn’t sitting well with GOP primary challenger Dr. Jeff Gunter). Data pulled at noon today...

Activist Clark County Judge Censured for Social Media Posts and Comments About Police

June 13, 2024 4:15 pmJune 14, 2024 1:02 am

Clark County District Court Judge Erika Ballou will be publicly censured and required to take a course on judicial and social ethics following a series of controversial social media posts, including photos of her in a hot tub with public defenders and derogatory comments about police. The Nevada Commission on...

OPINION: Merger Between Krogers and Albertsons Is Needed For Competition And Philanthropy

June 13, 2024 11:37 amJune 13, 2024 4:44 pm

As a retired businessman and former McDonald’s franchise owner, I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact that corporate philanthropy can have on our communities. Throughout my career, I have been deeply involved in charitable activities, notably as a board member of the Ronald McDonald House in Las Vegas, an organization...

Governor Lombardo’s Legislative Picks Sweep Primary

June 12, 2024 5:08 pmJune 19, 2024 1:03 pm

Seven Republican legislative candidates endorsed by Governor Joe Lombardo swept last night’s primary and advance to the general election in an effort to thwart a Democratic supermajority in the state senate and overcome a Democratic supermajority in the state assembly. After their victories, Governor Lombardo stated, “I’m excited about this...

Early Voting Shows Anemic Turnout in June Primary, Election Day Tabulation Begins Early

June 11, 2024 1:34 pmJune 11, 2024 6:27 pm

Early voting reports from the Secretary of State (SOS) show an anemic turnout for Nevada’s June primary. Although early voting and voting by mail was said to increase voter turnout and participation, less than 12 percent of registered voters had cast their ballot by June 7, the last day of...