Wednesday - September 2, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Nevada

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"I'm Joe Lombardo": A Rundown of Lombardo's Latest Foot in Mouth Comments
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * "I'm Joe Lombardo": A Rundown of Lombardo's Latest Foot in Mouth Comments * After hiding from voters and dodging tough questions, Joe Lombardo finally came out of hiding to take the stage with his "commanding officer" Donald Trump. Suffering from major gaffe after gaffe, it's clear that in Lombardo's Nevada, Donald Trump and his "billionaire friends" come first and hardworking Nevadans come las  more
$5.2 million commitment will expand and enhance stroke care across Wyoming
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 17 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * $5.2 million commitment will expand and enhance stroke care across Wyoming * CHEYENNE, Wyo., Aug. 17, 2026 -When someone experiences a stroke, immediate medical attention can mean the difference between recovery, lifelong disability or even death. In Wyoming, stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death[1], and geographic distance to care can present significant barriers to  more
$5.2 Million Commitment Will Expand and Enhance Stroke Care Across Wyoming
NEW YORK, Aug. 17 -- The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust posted the following news release: * * * $5.2 Million Commitment Will Expand and Enhance Stroke Care Across Wyoming * CHEYENNE, WY, August 17, 2026 -When someone experiences a stroke, immediate medical attention can mean the difference between recovery, lifelong disability or even death. In Wyoming, stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death, and geographic distance to care can present significant barriers to timely tre  more
20 State Attorneys General Urge CMS To Revise Medicaid Work Requirement Rule Over Narrow Medical Frailty Definition And Coverage Loss Concerns
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. ROB BONTA ATTORNEY GENERAL ANDREA JOY CAMPBELL ATTORNEY GENERAL JENNIFER DAVENPORT ATTORNEY GENERAL July 31, 2026 Via Federal eRulemaking Portal The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 The Honorable Robert F  more
23 Conservation Groups Urge National Park Service to Retain Strong Wilderness Stewardship Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. National Parks Conservation Association, Alaska Wilderness League, Badlands Conservation Alliance, Californians for Western Wilderness, CalWild, Coalition to Protect America's National Parks, Continental Divide Trail Coalition, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness, Friends of Nevada Wilderness, Glacier Two-Medicine All  more
72 Days Lost in the Mountains: Golden Retriever Milo Bear Wins 2026 Hambone Award
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 19 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news: * * * 72 Days Lost in the Mountains: Golden Retriever Milo Bear Wins 2026 Hambone Award * After surviving 72 days lost in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, Milo Bear, a golden retriever from Nevada, is home, and now, he's also the winner of the 18th annual Hambone Award. The contest presented by Nationwide(r) recognizes the most unusual pet claim of the year. Milo is devoted to his family  more
Access Fund Supports BLM Guidance Recognizing Fixed Anchors as Appropriate Use in Wilderness Areas
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted Electronically U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C. St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Re: Draft Recreational Climbing in Wilderness Guidance, Docket #BLM-2026-0034 We are writing on behalf of our client, the Access Fund, in response to the Bureau of Land Man  more
Access Fund Supports National Park Service Draft Guidance Affirming Fixed Anchors as Appropriate Use in Wilderness and Requests Permit Process Revisions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted Electronically National Park Service 1849 C St., NW Washington, DC 20240 Re: Access Fund Comments to EXPLORE Act Mandated Wilderness Climbing Guidance Documents for National Park Service, Docket #NPS-2026-0101 We are writing on behalf of our client, the Access Fund, in response to the Nation  more
Air University brings language, cultural expertise to Army intelligence exercise
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Aug. 19 -- Air University posted the following news: * * * Air University brings language, cultural expertise to Army intelligence exercise * Air University brought language and cultural expertise to U.S. Army intelligence training during Cobra Engaged, a 16-day field exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis. Through its Air Force Culture and Language Center and the Language Enabled Airman Program, Air University provided Mandarin and Tagalog speakers to support c  more
Alleged Sexual Predator Used Ties to Lombardo to Silence Victims
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 20 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Alleged Sexual Predator Used Ties to Lombardo to Silence Victims * Former Hope for Prisoners CEO Jon Ponder, who has close ties to Joe Lombardo, was arrested this week and charged with nine felony counts and 11 gross misdemeanors -including sexual assault and sexual abuse of a prisoner. Lombardo did not respond when asked if he regrets not taking action to protect Nevada inmates and potential v  more
America Outdoors Association Urge BLM to Allow New Fixed Anchors and Streamline Guide Safety Measures in Wilderness Climbing Policy
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. America Outdoors Association . Docket No. BLM-2026-0034 . 1 August 14, 2026 VIA REGULATIONS.GOV RE: Docket No. BLM-2026-0034-Draft Policy and Guidance for Managing Recreational Climbing in BLM-Managed Units of the National Wilderness Preservation System, BLM Manual 6340 Sec. 1.6.C.13.f-Comments of America Outdoors Asso  more
America Outdoors Association Urge Updates to BLM Wilderness Management Manual to Clarify Commercial Services and NEPA Compliance
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0067 RE: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas-Policy Review: BLM Manual 6340-Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is  more
America Outdoors Association Urges BLM to Revise Wilderness Study Area Management Manual for Clearer Recreation Access and Resource Protection
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0069 RE: Management of Wilderness Study Areas - Policy Review: BLM Manual 6330 - Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations America Outdoors Association (AOA)  more
America Outdoors Association Urges Clarifications in BLM's Management of Lands With Wilderness Characteristics
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0068 Re: Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations on the Policy Review of BLM Manual 6320, Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics in the BLM Land Use P  more
America Outdoors Association Urges Clear National Guidance on Rock Climbing Permits and Anchor Maintenance on Wildlife Refuge Lands
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. America Outdoors Association . Docket No. FWS-HQ-NWRS-2026-1618 . 1 August 14, 2026 VIA REGULATIONS.GOV RE: Docket No. FWS-HQ-NWRS-2026-1618-Draft National Guidance on Recreational Rock Climbing on National Wildlife Refuge System and National Fish Hatchery System Lands, and Proposed Revisions to Service Manual Chapters  more
America Outdoors Association Urges National Park Service to Clarify Wilderness Climbing Anchor Policies and Streamline Permitting in Draft Guidance
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. America Outdoors Association . Docket No. NPS-2026-0101 . 1 August 14, 2026 VIA REGULATIONS.GOV RE: Docket No. NPS-2026-0101-Draft Wilderness Climbing Guidance, Director's Order 41 Sec. 7.2 and Reference Manual 41 Sec. 7.1-Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations A  more
America Outdoors Association Urges National Park Service to Revise Wilderness Stewardship Policy for Clarity Consistency and Operator Protections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Re: Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations on the National Park Service Level 2 Wilderness Stewardship Policy Review of Director's Order #41: Wilderness Stewardship, Docket No. NPS-2  more
America's Credit Unions, 47 Co-Signers Issues Letter to Senate Leadership
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSletter) -- America's Credit Unions, with 47 co-signers issued the following letter to the Senate leadership: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 21, 2026 The Honorable John Thune Majority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 - The Honorable Charles Schumer Minority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 - Re: Senate Consideration of H.R. 3633, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025 Dear Leader Thune and Leader Schumer: On  more
American Academy of Pediatrics Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Protect Children and Families
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. AAP Headquarters 345 Park Blvd Itasca, IL 60143 Phone: 630/626-6000 Fax: 847/434-8000 E-mail: kidsdocs@aap.org www.aap.org Reply to AAP Washington Office 601 13th St NW, Suite 400N Washington, DC 20005 Phone: 202/347-8600 E-mail: kids1st@aap.org Executive Committee President Andrew D. Racine, MD, PhD, FAAP President-Elect T  more
Americans for Tax Reform President Norquist Appears on Fox Business Network's Kudlow to Discuss Ending Inflation Tax on Capital Gains
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following news: * * * Norquist and Kudlow: Help the Middle Class by Ending the Inflation Tax on Capital Gains ATR President Grover Norquist appeared on Fox Business Network's Kudlow to discuss ending the inflation tax on capital gains. Transcript: Norquist: "The government creates inflation, the government shouldn't profit by the inflation they create by raising taxes on people who own crypto, or the more than fifty percent of peopl  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes, Bipartisan Coalition Secure $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 20 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mayes, Bipartisan Coalition Secure $700 Million Google Settlement Over App Store Monopoly A federal court this week approved a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives relief to consumers  more
Ark. A.G. Griffin, 34 Co-Signers Issue Letter to Congressional Leadership
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Aug. 20 (TNSletter) -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin, with 34 co-signers issued the following letter to Congressional leadership: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 4, 2026 The Honorable Mike Johnson Speaker U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 - The Honorable John Thune Majority Leader U.S. Senate Washington, D.C. 20515 - The Honorable Tom Cole House Committee on Appropriations U.S. Capitol Building, H-307 Washington, D.C  more
At the 30th Annual Tahoe Summit, Cortez Masto Celebrates Progress and Addresses New Challenges Facing the Lake
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * At the 30th Annual Tahoe Summit, Cortez Masto Celebrates Progress and Addresses New Challenges Facing the Lake * FTP for TV stations of her remarks is available here. Incline Village, Nev. - Today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined residents, advocates, organizations, and elected officials at the 30th annual Tahoe Summit. She spoke about the achievements of the last three  more
Attorney General Ford Announces Grant Opportunities to Combat Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ford Announces Grant Opportunities to Combat Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking * Carson City, NV - Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced the release of a Notice of Funding Opportunity for Nevada law enforcement agencies, prosecutors' offices, courts and nonprofit organizations to apply for funding through the Services-T  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL BLOCKS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S UNLAWFUL DEMAND OF CDL DRIVERS' PERSONAL INFORMATION
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 21 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL BLOCKS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S UNLAWFUL DEMAND OF CDL DRIVERS' PERSONAL INFORMATION * U.S. District Court judge granted a temporary restraining order that blocks the Trump administration from demanding the production of a database of state-owned records containing the sensitive personal information of 17 million drivers and from terminating more than $10 million   more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION TO PROTECT LAW ENFORCEMENT FUNDING
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 21 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION TO PROTECT LAW ENFORCEMENT FUNDING * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul co-led a multistate coalition in filing an updated lawsuit over the Trump administration's illegal attempt to hold critical public safety funding hostage unless states comply with its immigration enforcement priorities. These public safety grants, authorized by Congress t  more
August Good News
RENO, Nevada, Aug. 19 -- Truckee Meadows Community College posted the following news: * * * August Good News * #121 Students Complete Summer Bridge For 17 years, TMCC's Summer Bridge program has helped students make the transition to college with greater confidence, stronger academic skills, and a community already behind them. This summer, 121 students each enrolled in a combination of math and EPY courses while learning how to navigate college life. Led by Summer Bridge Coordinator Jocely  more
Banner - University Medicine names Charles Socci chief operating officer
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- Banner Health posted the following news release: * * * Banner - University Medicine names Charles Socci chief operating officer * TUCSON, Ariz. (Aug. 18, 2026) - Banner - University Medicine has named Charles Socci, RN, MBA, chief operating officer in Tucson, effective Sept. 14. Socci will oversee day-to-day operations of Banner - University Medicine's acute-care hospitals in Tucson, working alongside teams to advance quality, patient saf  more
Banner Health experts warn of Valley fever risks with monsoon storms
PHOENIX, Arizona, Aug. 21 [Category: Health Care] -- Banner Health posted the following news release: * * * Banner Health experts warn of Valley fever risks with monsoon storms * PHOENIX (Aug. 21, 2026) - As Arizona experiences more monsoon storm activity, Banner Health experts are cautioning the public about the risks of Valley fever, a potentially dangerous disease that is endemic to the Southwest. Two-thirds of Valley fever infections in the U.S. happen in Arizona, mostly in Phoenix and T  more
Better Markets Analysis: Standing Up to the Lawless Crypto Industry
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, issued the following analysis: * * * Standing up to the Lawless Crypto Industry For years now, too many leaders on Wall Street and Washington either looked the other way or unquestioningly supported the crypto industry as it worked relentlessly to infiltrate our financial system and rewrite the laws and rules to benefi  more
BLM to Repatriate Native American Human Remains to 1 of 3 Tribes in California
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management California State Office has identified human remains and funerary belongings for repatriation under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), according to a notice published by the National Park Service. The BLM California State Office identified the remains of at least two Native American individuals and 588 associated funerary belongings removed from archaeological site CA-L  more
BofA Directs $250,000 to American Red Cross to Support Fire Recovery
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 18 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * BofA Directs $250,000 to American Red Cross to Support Fire Recovery * Funding will help provide emergency shelter, meals and recovery support for families and communities impacted by the Spokane Area and Other Western Wildfires #Key points * Bank of America is directing $250,000 to the American Red Cross to support relief and recovery e  more
Bucking Trends: What New USU Research Says About Mule Deer in Utah
LOGAN, Utah, Aug. 18 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Bucking Trends: What New USU Research Says About Mule Deer in Utah * Utahns have a deep affinity for mule deer -they enjoy seeing them browse sagebrush slopes, love to pursue trophy bucks and appreciate the role they play in Utah's unique ecosystems. Wildlife ecologists in USU's Department of Wildland Resources study mule deer health, behavior and movement to support land managers who make complex decisions about  more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Awards $11.3 Million to 13 Prohousing Communities to Build More Affordable Housing
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 20 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Newsom awards $11.3 million to 13 prohousing communities to build more affordable housing What you need to know: California continues its steadfast and transformational approach to creating more housing and reducing homelessness, with $11.3 million in awards to advance innovative solutions in prohousing communities. - Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that 13 California   more
California Mountain Biking Coalition Urges BLM to Allow Site Specific Management of Mountain Bike Use in Wilderness Study Areas
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Michael Anzalone Executive Director California Mountain Biking Coalition PO Box 550709 South Lake Tahoe, CA 96155 BLM Manual 6330 - Management of BLM Wilderness Study Areas Docket No. BLM-2026-0069 Submit via regulations.gov, Docket BLM-2026-0069 To: Sean MacDougall BLM Division of National Conserv  more
CNN TO AIR LIVE COVERAGE OF THE TUPAC MURDER TRIAL
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 17 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN TO AIR LIVE COVERAGE OF THE TUPAC MURDER TRIAL * August 17th, 2026 The Tupac Murder Trial begins Monday, August 17 at 12pET, streaming on the CNN App for subscribers and simulcast on HLN New York, New York - (August 17, 2026) - After nearly 30 years, one of the most infamous unsolved murder cases in the United States will once again be in the spotlight. CNN will provide streaming subscribers with co  more
CORRUPT CARRIE: "Buck Hitches Wagon to Defense Contractor Who Schemed To Defraud Taxpayers" [Nevada Current]
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * CORRUPT CARRIE: "Buck Hitches Wagon to Defense Contractor Who Schemed To Defraud Taxpayers" [Nevada Current] * New reporting reveals that Carrie Buck has close ties to a defense contractor "who admits he colluded to defraud the U.S. government," a move that "wastes taxpayer money [and] compromises the security of troops." Despite the contractor admitting he plotted to rig bids for  more
Cortez Masto Attends Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum, Discusses Her New Electric Vehicle Bill Package
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Attends Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum, Discusses Her New Electric Vehicle Bill Package * Stateline, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) attended the 4th annual Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum to speak with advocates, businesses, and Tahoe organizations about Nevada's leadership in the clean energy economy. She also discussed the three bills s  more
Cortez Masto Demands Answers from Trump Administration About ICE Conduct, TSA Cooperation in Airports
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Demands Answers from Trump Administration About ICE Conduct, TSA Cooperation in Airports * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined her Senate colleagues in demanding answers from Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director David Venturella, and Transportation Security Administration (T  more
Cortez Masto, Booker Introduce Legislation to End America's Maternal Health Crisis
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto, Booker Introduce Legislation to End America's Maternal Health Crisis * Reno, Nev. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) introduced the Momnibus Act, a legislative package designed to end the maternal mortality crisis and address the disparities in care that contribute to a disproportionately high Black maternal mortality rate. Companion legis  more
Democratic Momentum Grows in NV-02 as National Forecasters Shift Race Towards Democrats
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 20 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Democratic Momentum Grows in NV-02 as National Forecasters Shift Race Towards Democrats * Today, national forecasters shifted NV-02 towards Democrats, signaling Teresa Benitez-Thompson's growing momentum and David Flippo's dwindling prospects as his campaign craters. The shift comes as Flippo faces growing opposition for: * Carpetbagging, * Associating with Nevada's most notorious danger  more
DNC Votes to Officially Select Early States for 2028 Democratic Presidential Nominating Calendar
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * DNC Votes to Officially Select Early States for 2028 Democratic Presidential Nominating Calendar Today, at the DNC's summer meeting in Austin, Texas, the full DNC voted to officially approve the proposed slate of six early states to lead the 2028 presidential nominating calendar, as well as the accompanying rules package. The vote follows an outpouring of support for the Rules and Bylaws Committe  more
Earthjustice: Interior Faces Widespread Backlash Over Effort to Weaken Wilderness Protections Across Millions of Acres of Public Lands
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 18 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: * * * Interior Faces Widespread Backlash Over Effort to Weaken Wilderness Protections Across Millions of Acres of Public Lands Public comments urge the administration to abandon its review and preserve longstanding safeguards for America's public lands - Washington, D.C. -- The public was forced to navigate five separate comment processes across three federal agencies as the Department of the Interior laun  more
FDA Recall Notice: Optimal Balance Pharmacy Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Certain Lots of Compounded Glutathione 200 Mg/mL Multi-Dose Vials Due to Elevated Endotoxin Levels
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Optimal Balance Pharmacy Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Certain Lots of Compounded Glutathione 200 mg/mL Multi-Dose Vials Due to Elevated Endotoxin Levels Summary Company Announcement Date: August 19, 2026 FDA Publish Date: August 20, 2026 Product Type: Drugs Reason for Announcement: Elevated Endotoxin level Company Name: Optimal Balance Ph  more
Friends of Nevada Wilderness: BLM Wilderness Manual Faces Criticism Over Radio Collar Installation Definition
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Friends of Nevada Wilderness, PO Box 9754, Reno, Nevada 89507 Phone (775) 324-7667 Visit our Website at www.NevadaWilderness.org August 14, 2026 US Department of the Interior, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C Street, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Comments filed electronically to https://www.regulations  more
Friends of Nevada Wilderness: Concerns Raised Over Illegal Vehicle Routes Threatening Nevada Wilderness Study Areas and Habitat Restoration Efforts
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Friends of Nevada Wilderness, PO Box 9754, Reno, Nevada 89507 Phone (775) 324-7667 Visit our Website at www.NevadaWilderness.org August 14, 2026 US Department of the Interior, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C Street, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Comments filed electronically to https://www.regulations.g  more
Friends of the Inyo Oppose Weakening Protections for Eastern Sierra Wilderness Study Areas and Lands With Wilderness Characteristics
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Via Regulations.gov: https://www.regulations.gov/document/BLM-2026-0069-0001 and https://www.regulations.gov/document/BLM-2026-0068-0001 Re: Comments from Friends of the Inyo on Policy Review: BLM Manual 6330, Management of BLM Wilderness Study Areas and Policy Review: BLM Manual 6320, Considering Lands W  more
GAO Denies Oready LLC Protest Over Speech Therapy Solicitation Requirement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- The Government Accountability Office has denied a protest by Oready LLC, a small business based in Las Vegas, Nevada, challenging a U.S. Department of the Interior solicitation for speech therapy services at a Bureau of Indian Education school in New Mexico. Oready protested the terms of the request for quotations, arguing that a requirement for vendors to submit a signed letter of commitment from the individual proposed to provide the services was unduly restrictive of c  more
Glendale nurses to hold informational picket for patient safety and to protest layoffs of support staff
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 21 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * Glendale nurses to hold informational picket for patient safety and to protest layoffs of support staff * Registered nurses at Glendale Memorial Hospital in Glendale, Calif. will hold an informational picket on Monday, Aug. 24, to condemn the layoffs of critical support staff, which will jeopardize patient care, announced California Nurses Association/National Nurses United (  more
Governor Lombardo Appoints Mike Neubecker to Las Vegas Stadium Authority Board
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 20 -- Gov. Joe Lombardo, R-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Lombardo Appoints Mike Neubecker to Las Vegas Stadium Authority Board * CARSON CITY, Nev. -Today, Governor Joe Lombardo announced the appointment of longtime hospitality and gaming executive Mike Neubecker to the Las Vegas Stadium Authority Board. Neubecker brings more than three decades of experience in the gaming and hospitality industry, rising from finance roles to overseeing s  more
Governor Lombardo Responds to Rep. Titus' Letter on Boulder City Data Center
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- Gov. Joe Lombardo, R-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Lombardo Responds to Rep. Titus' Letter on Boulder City Data Center * LAS VEGAS -Governor Joe Lombardo responded to Congresswoman Dina Titus' letter regarding the proposed data center project in Boulder City, emphasizing the importance of meeting with stakeholders and taking a responsible, fact-based approach to an issue with significant implications for Nevada's future. One issue  more
Governor Lombardo Signs Executive Order Continuing Nevada's Regulatory Reform Efforts
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- Gov. Joe Lombardo, R-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Lombardo Signs Executive Order Continuing Nevada's Regulatory Reform Efforts * CARSON CITY, NV. -Today, Governor Joe Lombardo signed Executive Order 2026-003, launching a review of Nevada's regulatory framework and continuing his administration's efforts to reduce unnecessary regulations, cut red tape, and make it easier to do business in Nevada. Executive Order 2026-003 builds on  more
Horsford Statement as Walmart Moves to Return $2.9 Billion in Tariff Refunds to Consumers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Horsford Statement as Walmart Moves to Return $2.9 Billion in Tariff Refunds to Consumers * NORTH LAS VEGAS - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) released the following statement after Walmart announced it is directing $2.9 billion in tariff refunds toward price cuts for customers: "Walmart's decision didn't happen by accident. In April, I sent a letter demanding that Walmart ensure their tariff   more
How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week?
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 21 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week? * Wall Street Journal: U.S. Workers Are Paying More for Healthcare, and Next Year Will Be Worse KNPR: Henderson Hospital announces closure of maternity, NICU units Welcome back to your weekly rundown of the damage the Lombardo-Trump economy is doing to Nevada -from driving up costs to leaving working families behind. Under D  more
ICYMI: 2028 Democratic Nominating Calendar Praised as "Bold" and "Historic"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: 2028 Democratic Nominating Calendar Praised as "Bold" and "Historic" Elected officials, advocates, strategists, and Democrats across the country continue to express support for the 2028 early presidential nominating window after the full DNC approved the calendar at its summer meeting this weekend. The calendar is being lauded for its historic racial and geographic diversity, commitment to  more
ICYMI: Cortez Masto Meets with Nevada Health Care Providers About the Devastating Impacts of Trump's Medicaid Cuts
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Cortez Masto Meets with Nevada Health Care Providers About the Devastating Impacts of Trump's Medicaid Cuts * In Case You Missed It, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) sat down with heads of Federally Qualified Health Centers from across Nevada to discuss their future needs, especially in light of President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill gutting Medicaid for Nevada's workin  more
ICYMI: DNC Chair, Elected Officials, and Advocates Highlight Proposed 2028 Nominating Calendar's Strengths and Ability to Produce Strongest Nominee
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: DNC Chair, Elected Officials, and Advocates Highlight Proposed 2028 Nominating Calendar's Strengths and Ability to Produce Strongest Nominee Ahead of the full DNC's vote to officially approve the proposed slate of early states to lead the 2028 presidential nominating calendar, DNC Chair Ken Martin lauded the calendar's many strengths, including its historic diversity and commitment to batt  more
Indiana Business Research Center Director Rogers Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Employment and Workplace Safety released the following written testimony by Carol O. Rogers, director of the Indiana Business Research Center at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business, from a July 29, 2026, hearing entitled "The Impact of AI on the Workforce": * * * I. Introduction and Qualifications Chairman Banks, Ranking Member Hickenlooper, and Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the o  more
Interior Department Finalizes Plans for 2027-2028 Colorado River Operations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior issued the following news release: * * * Interior Department Finalizes Plans for 2027-2028 Colorado River Operations * WASHINGTON -The Department of the Interior issued the 2027-2028 Operating Guidelines and the Record of Decision for the Post-2026 Colorado River Operations Final EIS, establishing a 10-year Decision Framework with a broad operational range that will be used to develop future operational guidelines for Lake Powell and  more
Interior Department Finalizes Plans for 2027-2028 Colorado River Operations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation issued the following news release: * * * Interior Department Finalizes Plans for 2027-2028 Colorado River Operations Secretary Burgum signs 2027-2028 Operating Guidelines and Record of Decision - The Department of the Interior issued the 2027-2028 Operating Guidelines and the Record of Decision for the Post-2026 Colorado River Operations Final EIS, establishing a 10-year Decision Framework with a broad operatio  more
Introducing high school students to physician assistant possibilities
RENO, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news: * * * Introducing high school students to physician assistant possibilities * What is a physician assistant? As licensed medical providers, physician assistants (PAs) diagnose illnesses, manage treatment plans, assist in surgeries and play a crucial role in expanding access to patient-centered, team-based care. The PA program at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) ensures graduates are versa  more
Introduction to Tribal Forestry Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48934) on Aug. 11, 2026, entitled "Introduction to Tribal Forestry" by natural resources policy specialists Mariel J. Murray and Anne A. Riddle. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY The United States and federally recognized Tribes ("Tribes") have a unique relationship that affects federal policies regarding forestry on tribal lands. In particular, the United States has a federal trust responsib  more
It's Never Too Late: High School Equivalency Opens Doors to Opportunity
RENO, Nevada, Aug. 19 -- Truckee Meadows Community College posted the following news: * * * It's Never Too Late: High School Equivalency Opens Doors to Opportunity * Life doesn't always follow a traditional path, and for many adults, earning a high school diploma is one goal that gets put on hold. If you're ready to rewrite that story, TMCC's Adult Basic Education (ABE) program offers High School Equivalency (HSE) to get you on your way. Through free instruction, personalized support and fl  more
It's Official: Nevada Will Be Democrats' First True Test in the 2028 Presidential Primary
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * It's Official: Nevada Will Be Democrats' First True Test in the 2028 Presidential Primary * Following the Democratic National Committee's formal approval of the upcoming presidential nominating calendar, Nevada will be the first battleground contest on February 1, 2028. As a diverse, union-strong swing state, Nevada will be Democrats' first true test in the presidential nominating process, wher  more
Justice IG: Audit of the Office of Justice Programs Victim Assistance Funds Subawarded by the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services to United Citizens Foundation, Inc., Las Vegas, Nevada
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Justice Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 26-078) entitled "Audit of the Office of Justice Programs Victim Assistance Funds Subawarded by the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services to United Citizens Foundation, Inc., Las Vegas, Nevada": Here are excerpts: * * * Background The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs (OJP) provided funds to the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (Nevada DCFS) to ma  more
Lawmakers Work to Save National Archives & Historic Records
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Lawmakers Work to Save National Archives & Historic Records * SAN BRUNO, CA - U.S. Rep. Kevin Mullin (CA-15) and a coalition of federal lawmakers are working to protect America's National Archives and two facilities that are facing threats of closure. The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) recently announced it would be closing the San Francisco (San Bruno) and Chicago facilitie  more
Lawsuit Launched to Protect Rare Sierra Nevada Wildlife From Grazing Harm
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Lawsuit Launched to Protect Rare Sierra Nevada Wildlife From Grazing Harm * FRESNO, Calif.-The Center for Biological Diversity today notified the U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that it intends to sue the agencies for failing to protect imperiled Yosemite toads and Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frogs from damaging livestock grazing in the Sierra Nationa  more
League of Women Voters, Common Cause Applaud Court Ruling Blocking DOJ Access to Minnesota Voter Data
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Aug. 18 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota posted the following news release on Aug. 17, 2026: * * * League of Women Voters, Common Cause Applaud Court Ruling Blocking DOJ Access to Minnesota Voter Data SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Today, the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota became the twenty-third court to dismiss the Justice Department's lawsuit demanding unlawful disclosure of private voter information. The Trump administration has sue  more
League of Women Voters: DOJ Prevented From Unlawfully Accessing Minnesotans' Voter Data
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The League of Women Voters issued the following news release on Aug. 17, 2026: * * * DOJ Prevented from Unlawfully Accessing Minnesotans' Voter Data SAINT PAUL, MN - Today, the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota became the twenty-third court to dismiss the Justice Department's lawsuit demanding unlawful disclosure of private voter information. The Trump administration has sued 30 states and Washington, DC, for unredacted voter lists containing p  more
Leger Fernandez Joins National Coalition for Expanded RECA Legislation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Leger Fernandez Joins National Coalition for Expanded RECA Legislation * SANTA FE, NM -Congresswoman Leger Fernandez is co-leading the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act of 2026 (RECRA), bipartisan legislation that builds upon her work to compensate New Mexicans affected by radiation exposure from the Trinity and other nuclear tests. Congressman James Moylan (R-Guam) in  more
Lombardo-Trump Economy: 1 in 6 Southern Nevada Residents Are Food Insecure
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Lombardo-Trump Economy: 1 in 6 Southern Nevada Residents Are Food Insecure * As Nevada food banks are overwhelmed with record demand, new reporting shows that 400,000 Southern Nevada residents faced food insecurity in 2024 -nearly a 20,000-person increase from the previous year. Since then, the state's hunger crisis has only worsened after Donald Trump's disastrous budget bill that Joe Lombardo  more
LULAC Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Prevent Coverage Loss Among Latino and Vulnerable Populations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. League of United Latin American Citizens 1150 18th Street, NW, Suite 650 Washington, DC 20036 (202) 833-6130 FAX (202) 833-6135 www.LULAC.org NATIONAL PRESIDENT ROMAN PALOMARES CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER JUAN PROANO NATIONAL OFFICERS Domingo Garcia Immediate Past President Maggie Rivera Treasurer Aiden Roach Youth   more
Marty O'Donnell Said What???
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Marty O'Donnell Said What??? * New reporting reveals Marty joked about sexual assault, demeaned single parents, dismissed women in the workplace Marty O'Donnell sure likes the sound of his own voice. Voters, on the other hand, may not like what he has to say. New reporting from the Nevada Current exposes O'Donnell for joking about sexual assault, arguing that single parent house  more
Maryville College welcomes 10 new faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year
MARYVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 20 -- Maryville College posted the following news: * * * Maryville College welcomes 10 new faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year * As Maryville College welcomes students back to campus for the 2026-27 academic year, 10 new faculty members will join the ranks of those delivering the College's prestigious liberal arts education across a variety of disciplines. Five visiting lecturers, three lecturers and three assistant professors bring the total faculty cou  more
Md. A.G. Brown Joins Multistate Coalition to Protect Law Enforcement Funding
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 22 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Aug. 21, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Multistate Coalition to Protect Law Enforcement Funding Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in filing an updated and amended lawsuit over the unlawful imposition of immigration-enforcement conditions on Congressionally-authorized public safety grants,  more
Mississippi Guest Wins More Than $113,000 Jackpot at IP Biloxi
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 18 [Category: BizEntertainment Industry] -- Boyd Gaming, operator of gaming entertainment properties, posted the following news release: * * * Mississippi Guest Wins More Than $113,000 Jackpot at IP Biloxi * BILOXI, Miss. - A lucky guest from Philadelphia, Mississippi, struck it big at IP Casino Resort Spa on the evening of August 14, taking home an exciting jackpot worth $113,772.20. Around 11:09 p.m., Willie had been playing Lightning Cash High Stakes(tm) by Aristo  more
Moylan Renews Fight for Radiation Justice; Brings Together National Coalition for Expanded RECA Legislation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (Rep.) -- Del. James Moylan, R-Guam, issued the following news release: * * * Moylan Renews Fight for Radiation Justice; Brings Together National Coalition for Expanded RECA Legislation (Hagatna, Guam) -- Congressman James Moylan announced the introduction of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act of 2026 (RECRA), bipartisan legislation that builds upon his efforts since his first year in Congress to ensure Guam and other communities harmed by the nation's  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Co-Leads Fight to Protect Law Enforcement Funding
TRENTON, New Jersey, Aug. 22 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Aug. 21, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Co-Leads Fight to Protect Law Enforcement Funding Multistate Coalition Sues Trump Administration for Illegal Conditions on Law Enforcement Grants - Today, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport co-led a coalition of 22 attorneys general and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in filing an updated and amended lawsuit challenging the federal governmen  more
Navy Advances MH-60 Modernization, Identifies Industry Performers for Prototype Project
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * Navy Advances MH-60 Modernization, Identifies Industry Performers for Prototype Project * In a critical step to ensure long-term fleet readiness and secure dominance in the maritime domain, the Navy's MH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter service life modernization program recently announced the industry performers identified to proceed to the first phase of a statement of work collaboration for the MH-60 tailorable archi  more
Navy advances MH-60 modernization, identifies industry performers for TALON prototype project
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news story: * * * Navy advances MH-60 modernization, identifies industry performers for TALON prototype project PATUXENT RIVER, Md. -In a critical step to ensure long-term fleet readiness and secure dominance in the maritime domain, the Navy's MH-60 service life modernization program recently announced the industry performers identified to proceed to the first phase of a Statement of Work (SOW) collaboration for the MH-60 Tailorable Ar  more
Navy Removes Bureaucratic Barriers to Accelerate 3D Printing and Accelerate Submarine Lethality
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news release: * * * Navy Removes Bureaucratic Barriers to Accelerate 3D Printing and Accelerate Submarine Lethality * WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2026 -In a decisive move to accelerate warfighting capability and eliminate industrial bottlenecks, the Navy released new technical requirements on August 11 designed to rapidly scale the use of metallic 3D-printed materials across the submarine enterprise. The new standards strip away legacy admin  more
Nev. Business & Industry Dept.: State Receives $1.54 Million Federal Grant to Expand Apprenticeship Opportunities Through FORGE Nevada Initiative
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 20 -- The Nevada Department of Business and Industry issued the following news release: * * * Nevada Receives $1.54 Million Federal Grant to Expand Apprenticeship Opportunities Through FORGE Nevada Initiative The Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner (OLC) has received $1,536,681.76 from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) through the State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grant to expand registered apprenticeship opportunities and create new pathways to careers in   more
Nev. Gov. Lombardo Issues Letter to Rep. Titus
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 22 (TNSletter) -- Gov. Joe Lombardo, R-Nevada, issued the following letter to Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 14, 2026 The Honorable Dina Titus Member of Congress U.S. House of Representatives 2370 Rayburn House Office Bldg. Washington, DC 20515 Dear Congresswoman Titus: Thank you for taking the time to write about your concerns. I am encouraged to see that you and I agree that a responsible and balanced approach to land  more
Nevada Agency for Nuclear Projects Executive Director Dilger Urges NRC to Maintain Federal Authority Over Greater Than Class C Waste Disposal
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. JOE LOMBARDO Governor STATE OF NEVADA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR AGENCY FOR NUCLEAR PROJECTS 1761 E. College Parkway, Suite 118 Carson City, NV 89706-7954 Telephone (775) 687-3744 Fax (775) 687-5277 E-mail: https://anp.nv.gov FRED C. DILGER, PhD Executive Director Electronically submitted using https://www  more
Nevada Democratic Party: David Flippo's Cratering Campaign
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * David Flippo's Cratering Campaign * Since coming out of a bruising, party-fracturing primary, David Flippo's campaign has been one bad story after another, leading him to replace his campaign manager. For a carpetbagger who moved to northern Nevada to run for Congress expecting to breeze into office, he's hit quite a few bumps along the way. Now, as questions about his finances, donors and camp  more
Nevada Farm Bureau Federation Urges BLM to Recognize Livestock Grazing as a Vital Tool for Wilderness Management
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Nevada Farm Bureau Federation 2165 Green Vista Dr., Suite 205, Sparks, NV 89431 1-800-992-1106 www.nvfb.org August 14, 2026 Director Pearce U.S. Department of Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, D.C. 20240 Docket - BLM-2026-0067 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Ar  more
Nevada National Security Site Staff Again Join Judging Panel of Prestigious R&D 100 Awards
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Nevada National Security Sites issued the following news: * * * Nevada National Security Site staff again join judging panel of prestigious R&D 100 Awards Widely recognized as the "Oscars of Innovation," the R&D 100 Awards are given annually to the top 100 most significant scientific and technological innovations worldwide. Winners are selected by an independent judging panel and the editors of R&D Magazine. This year's judging pane  more
Nevada SILC Warns Proposed Federal Regulations Threaten Independent Living Programs and Advocacy
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Nevada Statewide Independent Living Council is a non-profit corporation whose purpose is to: 1. to promote the philosophy of independent living, including a philosophy of consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access, and individual and system advocacy in order to maximize the leadership,   more
Nevada Transportation Authority Approves Autonomous Vehicle Network Applications for Tesla, Waymo and Aviari
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 22 -- The Nevada Department of Business and Industry issued the following news release: * * * Nevada Transportation Authority Approves Autonomous Vehicle Network Applications for Tesla, Waymo and Aviari Commissioners of the Nevada Transportation Authority ("NTA" or "Authority") have unanimously approved applications from Tesla Robotaxi, LLC, Waymo LLC and Aviari Services, LLC to operate as Autonomous Vehicle Network Companies in Nevada. The applications were conside  more
NRCC Releases "MAGA Majority" Video Highlighting Marty O'Donnell
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * NRCC Releases "MAGA Majority" Video Highlighting Marty O'Donnell The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) released the latest installment of its "MAGA Majority" series, highlighting Marty O'Donnell's journey from legendary video game composer and audio director to small business leader, and his mission to restore affordability and opportunity for Southern Nevada families. "Ma  more
NV Energy Foundation Grant Advances Workforce Training at Western Nevada College
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- Western Nevada College posted the following news: * * * NV Energy Foundation Grant Advances Workforce Training at Western Nevada College * In front of Western Nevada College's newly wrapped CDL trailer are WNC Vice President of Finance and Administration Coral Lopez, WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe, NV Energy Community Relations Lead Madisyn Harlan, WNC Chief Advancement Officer and Foundation Executive Director Niki Gladys, WNC Continuing Education Manager La  more
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulation of Employee Exposure to Heat Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11701) by disability policy specialist Scott D. Szymendera. Here are excerpts: * * * Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulation of Employee Exposure to Heat Employees who work outdoors, including those in industries such as construction and agriculture, may be exposed to extreme heat conditions. Similarly, certain indoor work locations - such as bakeries, w  more
Portland State University: How do you bet millions on heat you cannot measure?
PORTLAND, Oregon, Aug. 17 -- Portland State University posted the following news release: * * * How do you bet millions on heat you cannot measure? * Imagine being asked to spend millions of dollars drilling a well, based on a prediction of how hot the rock is two miles down. Predict too low, and you walk away from a site that would have worked. Predict too high, and you drill a well that never pays for itself. And the deeper you go, which is where the heat is, the less certain the predictio  more
Preventing falls starts with balance
RENO, Nevada, Aug. 21 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news: * * * Preventing falls starts with balance * Falls are not a normal occurrence in aging and can be prevented. Small habits can have large impacts on balance, strength and prolonged safety. According to the Nevada's 2025 Trauma Registry Report, falls were the leading cause of traumatic injury addressed in Nevada trauma centers across all age groups, surpassing motor vehicle traffic-related injuries and other causes   more
READY Program Offers College Experience to Students with Disabilities
OXFORD, Mississippi, Aug. 17 -- The University of Mississippi posted the following news: * * * READY Program Offers College Experience to Students with Disabilities * OXFORD, Miss. - The line of cars along Rebel Drive outside Burns Hall looked like any other freshman move-in day at the University of Mississippi, but this one in June was different, the first of its kind at Ole Miss. As families unloaded suitcases, upholstered headboards, bedside storage towers, pillows, totes and boxes, 13   more
Researchers identify factors that build trust for student voice
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 20 -- Pennsylvania State University College of Education posted the following news: * * * Researchers identify factors that build trust for student voice * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Trust doesn't automatically exist between students and educators. Educators can help build that trust by showing students they care about them as individuals, treating them with respect, communicating openly, following through on commitments and creating opportunities for genuine d  more
Researchers identify factors that build trust for student voice
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 20 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Researchers identify factors that build trust for student voice * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Trust doesn't automatically exist between students and educators. Educators can help build that trust by showing students they care about them as individuals, treating them with respect, communicating openly, following through on commitments and creating opportunities for genuine dialogue, according to  more
Rosen Hosts 30th Annual Tahoe Summit
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Hosts 30th Annual Tahoe Summit * Watch Senator Rosen's Full Remarks HERE. LAKE TAHOE, NV - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) proudly hosted the 30th annual Lake Tahoe Summit, where she was joined by Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Adam Schiff (D-CA); U.S. Representatives Mark Amodei (R-NV-02) and Kevin Kiley (I-CA-06); Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo; and Chai  more
Rosen Joins Colleagues in Demanding that Trump Rescind Dangerous Childhood Vaccine Executive Order
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Joins Colleagues in Demanding that Trump Rescind Dangerous Childhood Vaccine Executive Order * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined Congressional colleagues in demanding that Donald Trump rescind his dangerous executive order that directs federal health agencies to overhaul longstanding childhood vaccine recommendations and encourage states to reconsider school immuniza  more
Rosen Leads Senate Colleagues in Demanding Answers from Trump Administration About ICE Conduct, TSA Cooperation in Airports
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Leads Senate Colleagues in Demanding Answers from Trump Administration About ICE Conduct, TSA Cooperation in Airports * Rosen Has Been Outspoken Against ICE Action in Airports, Especially After the Recent Incident at Harry Reid International Airport WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) led Senate colleagues in demanding answers from Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, A  more
SEC Files Proposed Final Judgments as to Company CEO and Former CFO in Alleged Financial and Disclosure Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release: * * * Securities and Exchange Commission v. Live Ventures Inc., et al., No. 2:21-civ-01433-JCM-MDC (D. Nev. filed Aug. 2, 2021) On August 20, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission filed consents and proposed final judgments as to John "Jon" Isaac, the CEO of Live Ventures Inc., and Virland A. Johnson, the former CFO of Live Ventures. The SEC's amended complaint, filed on September 21  more
Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism Statement on 2025 FBI Hate Crimes Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism Statement on 2025 FBI Hate Crimes Report * Report Shows More Than 62% Of Religiously-Motivated Hate Crimes In 2025 Targeted Jewish Americans WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and James Lankford (R-OK), co-founders and co-chairs of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, released the following statement  more
South Fork Band of Te-Moak Tribe Urges Suspension of Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Guidance Revisions Pending Full Tribal Consultation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. OLITH FORK (TE-MOAK) INDIAN RESERVATION SOUTH FORK INDIAN RESERVATION SOUTH FORIC BAND COUNCIL 21 LEE UNIT 13 SPRING CREEK, NEVADA 89815 775.927.5451 sforkcouncil.adm@gmail.com Chairperson Ronnie L. Woods, Vice-Chairperson Alice Tybo, Members: Brandon Reynolds, Dallas Smales, Duane M. Garcia, Trevor Sneed, Harley Reynolds   more
Southern Nevada Climbers Advocate for Adaptive Rock Climbing Management in BLM Wilderness Areas
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Re: Docket BLM-2026-0034 Draft Update to BLM Manual 6340, Management of BLM Wilderness Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/BLM-2026-0034-0001   more
Sterling College Welcomes New Faculty for 2026-27 Academic Year
STERLING, Kansas, Aug. 18 -- Sterling College issued the following news release: * * * Sterling College welcomes new faculty for 2026-27 academic year Sterling College welcomed seven new faculty members to campus for the 2026-27 academic year. Classes begin on Wednesday, August 20. "We are excited to welcome this group to Sterling College! In each of their interview processes, it was clear how God was moving in their lives and directing them to faculty positions here. We are confident they w  more
Susan G. Komen: Finish Line Is a World Where No One Dies of Breast Cancer
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 21 -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, posted the following news on Aug. 20, 2026: * * * The Finish Line Is a World Where No One Dies of Breast Cancer Susan G. Komen(R) Nationwide Fall Event Season Unites Communities to Fund Research, Improve Access to High-Quality Care and Save Lives; Andy Grammer to Headline Second Annual Party in Pink Gala on   more
Teach Plus Names Dr. David Fossett Executive Director of Teach Plus Nevada
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 20 [Category: Education] -- Teach Plus, an organization that empowers teachers to take leadership over key policy and practice issues that affect their students' success, posted the following news release: * * * Teach Plus Names Dr. David Fossett Executive Director of Teach Plus Nevada * Las Vegas, NV, August 20, 2026-Teach Plus today announced that Dr. David Fossett has been named Executive Director of Teach Plus Nevada. Dr. Fossett will lead the organization's s  more
U.S. Department of Education Announces Additional Ed-Flex Approvals to Reach Historic 25-State Milestone
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Department of Education Announces Additional Ed-Flex Approvals to Reach Historic 25-State Milestone * Arizona, Nevada, and South Carolina Approved for Ed-Flex Authority to Reduce Federal Burden Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced the approval of Arizona, Nevada, and South Carolina's Ed-Flex applications, marking a historic milestone as 25 states now have access to this flexibi  more
University of Michigan: Mixed Feelings About Pregnancy May Shape Family Conflict Long After Childbirth
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Mixed feelings about pregnancy may shape family conflict long after childbirth A pregnancy that is unintended or met with mixed feelings may affect more than the decision about whether and when to have a child. New research from the University of Michigan suggests that feelings of uncertainty or not wanting a pregnancy may also be linked to relationship conflict and intimate partner violence   more
University of Salford Law Lecturer Langtree Issues Statement on Tupac Murder Trial
GREATER MANCHESTER, England, Aug. 19 -- The University of Salford issued the following statement on Aug. 18, 2026, by law lecturer Kim Langtree: * * * Expert comment: Tupac murder trial In line with the Tupac murder case and the trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis starting this week, University of Salford Law Lecturer, Dr Kim Langtree, explains the differences between the US and UK criminal justice systems, whether someone can be convicted of murder even if they did not personally fire the fatal s  more
University of Utah Dedicates Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, Ushering in a New Era of Medical Education
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Aug. 20 -- The University of Utah Health issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * University of Utah Dedicates Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, Ushering in a New Era of Medical Education The $215 million facility marks the most critical evolution in the medical school's history, expanding the University of Utah's capacity to train the next generation of physicians for Utah and the Mountain West - The University of Utah today celebrated the dedica  more
UNLV Chamber Music Series Welcomes Redfish Piano Trio Sept. 10
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * UNLV Chamber Music Series Welcomes Redfish Piano Trio Sept. 10 * The UNLV Chamber Music Series presents The Redfish Piano Trio in "Reflections of Shadow & Light" at 7:30 p.m., Sept. 10 in the Rando-Grillot Recital Hall of the Beam Music Center. The Redfish Piano Trio (Genevieve Lee, piano; Fritz Gearhart, violin; Andrew Smith, cello) performance includes Mozart'sTrio in G Major, k. 564; S  more
UNLV Launches New Phone and Online Support Platforms
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * UNLV Launches New Phone and Online Support Platforms * At a time when enrollment is declining at universities across the United States, UNLV is marking its third year of consistent growth in its student population while continue to expand its support to students and their families. One of the efforts to support this growth is the launch of UNLV's Call Center and public chat with Viva, t  more
UNLV Opera Presents 2026-27 Vassar-Themed Season
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 19 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * UNLV Opera Presents 2026-27 Vassar-Themed Season * The 2026-27 UNLV Opera season explores works spotlighting Vassar College, one of the Seven Sisters liberal arts colleges. This Vassar trilogy highlights the stories of women who have changed and are changing history, fighting for our planet, and breaking scientific ground. Nov. 12-13 2026, in Dr. Arturo Rando-Grillot Recital Hall UNLV Op  more
UTA names Goutham Menon interim dean of social work
ARLINGTON, Texas, Aug. 21 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA names Goutham Menon interim dean of social work * Goutham M. Menon took on the role of interim dean of the School of Social Work on Aug. 1. A nationally recognized leader in social work education, Dr. Menon most recently served as dean of the Loyola University Chicago School of Social Work. He worked collaboratively with faculty and staff to expand innovative academic programs  more
VA. A.G. JONES BLOCKS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S UNLAWFUL DEMAND OF CDL DRIVERS' PERSONAL INFORMATION
RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 22 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on Aug. 21, 2026: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL JAY JONES BLOCKS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S UNLAWFUL DEMAND OF CDL DRIVERS' PERSONAL INFORMATION Attorney General Jones and a coalition of 21 attorneys general announced a U.S. District Court judge granted a temporary restraining order that blocks the Trump administration from demanding the production of a database of state-owned records containing the sens  more
WA, bipartisan coalition secure $700 million Google settlement over app store monopoly
OLYMPIA, Washington, Aug. 18 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * WA, bipartisan coalition secure $700 million Google settlement over app store monopoly * A federal court today approved a $700 million settlement in a multistate antitrust lawsuit against Google. The lawsuit challenged Google's control over Android app distribution and in-app payments. The approval of the settlement ends a five-year case and gives relief to consumers nationwi  more
Western Watersheds Project: Study Finds Ungrazed Sierra Nevada Meadow Healthier Than Livestock-Grazed Meadows
HAILEY, Idaho, Aug. 21 (TNSrpt) -- The Western Watersheds Project posted the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026: * * * New Study Finds Ungrazed Sierra Nevada Meadow Healthier Than Livestock-Grazed Meadows Recovery on ungrazed meadow in the Sequoia Nation Forest shows remarkable resilience to aid golden trout streams - BAKERSFIELD, Ca. -- Western Watersheds Project and the California Botanic Garden released a report today titled, "Inventorying and monitoring of grazed and ungrazed meado  more
Why are some of Nevada's elk dying each spring? Researchers seek answers
RENO, Nevada, Aug. 18 -- The University of Nevada posted the following news: * * * Why are some of Nevada's elk dying each spring? Researchers seek answers * There's a simple, unique, rustic beauty possessed by elk. But in some areas, Nevada's treasured herds have been experiencing a higher rate of mortality in the spring for more than a decade, and there are no simple answers. University of Nevada, Reno and Nevada Department of Wildlife researchers have teamed up to try to get to the botto  more
Why Emotional Wellness Matters: A Journalism Grad's Perspective
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Why Emotional Wellness Matters: A Journalism Grad's Perspective * In 2012, grief gave way to creativity for Ryan Brunty. Three years after graduating from UNLV, Brunty was mourning the loss of his grandfather. He stopped contacting friends, rarely left his house, and lost his job. But every night, he drew self portraits as a way to heal. One night, he drew a forlorn-looking Yeti that he   more
WNC Machine Tool Technology Graduates Take Skills in Many Directions
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 20 -- Western Nevada College posted the following news: * * * WNC Machine Tool Technology Graduates Take Skills in Many Directions * WNC alum John Henry McDonald is living his dream, working on trains at the Ely Railroad Museum. Learning machining skills at Western Nevada College's Woody Wurster Machine Tool Technology Center has helped students scatter into a variety of professions following their classes in the program and graduation. WNC Machine Tool Technology  more
WNC Offers Entrepreneurship Course for Aspiring Childcare Business Owners
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Aug. 17 -- Western Nevada College posted the following news: * * * WNC Offers Entrepreneurship Course for Aspiring Childcare Business Owners * WNC is offering a fall semester class that will help students prepare for opening their own childcare business. For early childhood educators who have dreamed of opening a childcare center or turning their experience working with young children into their own business, Western Nevada College is offering a course this fall designe  more