News Tipoffs - Nevada Editors
AG Nessel Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 15 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Sues to Block Trump Administration's Public Charge Rule
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LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing to halt the Trump administration's new public charge rule (PDF), which would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The new Department of Homeland Security (DHS
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AI experiment boosts Space Force command, control
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Sept. 15 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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AI experiment boosts Space Force command, control
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LAS VEGAS, Nevada -
In a fast-paced, two-week experiment, the U.S. Space Force demonstrated how integrating artificial intelligence for data processing enables human operators to make sharper decisions that accelerate the joint kill chain.
The latest Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming, o
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American Bankers Association, 79 Co-signers Issue Letter to Senate Leaders Thune, Schumer
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: Financial Services] (TNSletter) -- The American Bankers Association issued the following letter with 79 co-signers to Senate leaders John Thune and Charles Schumer:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 10, 2026
The Honorable John Thune
Majority Leader
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
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The Honorable Charles Schumer
Minority Leader
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
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RE: Amend the Clarity Act to Preserve Local Lending
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American Medical Association, 50 Organizations Issue Letter to Reps. Joyce, Murphy, Schrier
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- The American Medical Association issued the following letter with 50 organizations to Reps. John Joyce, R-Pennsylvania, Gregory Murphy, R-North Carolina, and Kim Schrier, D-Washington:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 14, 2026
The Honorable John Joyce, MD
U.S. House of Representatives
2102 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
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The Honorable Greg Murphy, MD
U.S. House of Representatives
407 Cannon House Office Bu
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Attorney General Ford Co-Leads Coalition to Secure Yet Another Win in USPS Election Rule Case, Supreme Court Decision Ensures USPS Will Not Disrupt 2026 Voting by Mail
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Sept. 14 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ford Co-Leads Coalition to Secure Yet Another Win in USPS Election Rule Case, Supreme Court Decision Ensures USPS Will Not Disrupt 2026 Voting by Mail
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Carson City, NV - Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced the Supreme Court has blocked a new rule by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that would have undermined vote-by-mail systems ahead
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Bureau of Reclamation Warns of Shallow Conditions During Lake Mohave Seasonal Drawdown
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation issued the following news release:
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Reclamation Warns of Shallow Conditions During Lake Mohave Seasonal Drawdown
Sep 15, 2026
BOULDER CITY, Nev. -- The Bureau of Reclamation urges boaters and other recreational users to exercise increased caution on Lake Mohave throughout fall and early winter as planned seasonal water level reductions create unusually shallow areas and shifting river conditions.
Lake Moh
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Canon U.S.A. Expands Large Format Printing Portfolio With Advancements to imagePROGRAF TX & TM Series
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 15 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Canon U.S.A. Expands Large Format Printing Portfolio With Advancements to imagePROGRAF TX & TM Series
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Canon U.S.A. Inc. has announced a major expansion of its renowned imagePROGRAF TX and TM lines. The launch introduces 12 new devices designed for architecture, engineering, construction, retail, education and other light graphics applications, including seven new fiv
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Cortez Masto Statement on CLARITY Act Vote
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Cortez Masto Statement on CLARITY Act Vote
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement after voting against the motion to proceed to the CLARITY Act on the Senate floor:
"I worked with my Republican colleagues until the very last minute to negotiate a bill that would establish clear guardrails for the growing crypto industry. A
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Cortez Masto, Young Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to End Unfair Tax Burden on Sexual Assault Survivors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Cortez Masto, Young Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to End Unfair Tax Burden on Sexual Assault Survivors
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.) introduced bipartisan legislation to eliminate an unfair tax burden on survivors of sexual assault. The Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act would ensure survivors of sexual assault are not
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During the High Holidays, Rosen Highlights Rising Levels of Antisemitism, Calls for Increased Nonprofit Security Grant Funding
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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During the High Holidays, Rosen Highlights Rising Levels of Antisemitism, Calls for Increased Nonprofit Security Grant Funding
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), co-founder and co-chair of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, delivered remarks on the Senate floor about the rising levels of antisemitism and increased fears in Jewish communities across th
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Following Dire Warnings from AI Researchers, Rosen Calls on Senate Commerce Committee to Immediately Hold Hearing with Top AI Executives
WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Following Dire Warnings from AI Researchers, Rosen Calls on Senate Commerce Committee to Immediately Hold Hearing with Top AI Executives
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released a statement calling on U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Chairman Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) to promptly convene a hearing with testimony from top executives of leading arti
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How Medical School's Program for Nevada's 'Downwinders' Is Making a Difference
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 15 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news:
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How Medical School's Program for Nevada's 'Downwinders' Is Making a Difference
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From 1951 to 1992, the United States conducted 928 nuclear tests, which included 100 atmospheric tests and 828 underground tests, at the Nevada Test Site, which is now called the Nevada National Security Site. Radioactive fallout from the above-ground tests traveled and settled, particularly affecting parts
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How will Colorado River cuts affect housing prices? A Loyola expert explains
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 15 -- The Loyola University Chicago issued the following news release:
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How will Colorado River cuts affect housing prices? A Loyola expert explains
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What's the best way to curb water use in households and businesses served by the Colorado River? Benjamin Edelstein, an assistant professor of economics in the Quinlan School of Business, suggests it's by letting the market do what the market does best.
"As an economist, I believe, deep down, you can put a value
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Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Help Human Trafficking Survivors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Help Human Trafficking Survivors
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) and Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) introduced the bipartisan Jimmy Deal Trafficking Survivors Assistance Act. This legislation will help survivors of human trafficking access air travel to escape and get the care they need. The companion bill was introduced in the Senat
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Lucky Local Wins More Than $107,000 at The Orleans Hotel and Casino
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 15 [Category: BizEntertainment Industry] -- Boyd Gaming, operator of gaming entertainment properties, posted the following news release:
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Lucky Local Wins More Than $107,000 at The Orleans Hotel and Casino
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LAS VEGAS - An anonymous Las Vegas local struck it big at The Orleans Hotel and Casino on September 8, taking home a jackpot totaling $107,311.89.
The guest hit the big win at 7 p.m. with a $10 wager on IGT Double Gold(tm).
To stay up to date with what's n
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N.Y. A.G. James, Co-signers Issue Letter to Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Committee Chairman Scott, Ranking Member Warren
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following letter with co-signers to Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, and Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Tim Scott (R-SC)
Chairman
U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
Washington, DC 20515
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The Honorable Elizabeth
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New Season of Democracy Decoded, Campaign Legal Center's Award-Winning Podcast, Explores Threats to the Rule of Law
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 [Category: Political] -- The Campaign Legal Center posted the following news release:
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New Season of Democracy Decoded, Campaign Legal Center's Award-Winning Podcast, Explores Threats to the Rule of Law
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WASHINGTON -Today, with the rule of law under unprecedented threat in America, Campaign Legal Center has launched the sixth season of its award-winning podcast, Democracy Decoded.
Today's season premiere focuses on the separation of powers and examines how the cu
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No Show Joe: After Ford Accepts Debates, Lombardo Still Hiding from Accountability
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 15 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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No Show Joe: After Ford Accepts Debates, Lombardo Still Hiding from Accountability
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It's been 24 hours since Attorney General Aaron Ford accepted debates to bring his message of lowering costs directly to voters and Joe Lombardo has yet to respond. Instead, he continues to hide from his own cost-raising record that's making life unaffordable for Nevadans. Given his dozens of foot in mouth com
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NSF advances NSF OPAL toward construction-ready design
ROCHESTER, New York, Sept. 15 -- The University of Rochester posted the following news:
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NSF advances NSF OPAL toward construction-ready design
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#The URochester-led NSF OPAL project awarded initial funding to support the final design phase for a world-leading high-power laser facility.
The University of Rochester has been awarded the first round of funding from the US National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance the NSF OPAL project into its final design phase, with funding potentiall
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NV Dems Statement on Hispanic Heritage Month
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 15 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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NV Dems Statement on Hispanic Heritage Month
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Nevada State Democratic Party Latino Caucus Chair Vincent Nava released the following statement recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month:
"This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich history, vibrant culture, resilience, and countless contributions of Hispanic communities to our state. Our Hispanic and Latino communities are an essential part
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Rosen, Sheehy Introduce Bill to Improve Veteran Access to Medical Care in Rural Areas
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Rosen, Sheehy Introduce Bill to Improve Veteran Access to Medical Care in Rural Areas
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Tim Sheehy (R-MT) introduced a bill to improve veteran access to medical care in rural areas. The bipartisan Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) Rural Expansion Act would assess the current capability of the MMU program and promote increased deployment into rural and und
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Society of Professional Journalists, 133 News Organizations Issue Letter to Calif. Gov. Newsom
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Sept. 16 (TNSletter) -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following letter 133 news organizations to Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California:
Here is the text of the letter:
September 9, 2026
The Honorable Gavin Newsom
Governor of California
1021 O Street, Suite 9000
Sacramento, CA 95814
RE: Support for Assemblymember Christopher M. Ward's Community NEWS Act (AB 2222)
Dear Governor Newsom:
We write to respectfully recommend enacting Assembly Bill 2222, a
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Summer Construction and Maintenance Projects Bring Campus Improvements
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 15 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news:
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Summer Construction and Maintenance Projects Bring Campus Improvements
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Facilities Management and Planning & Construction worked across UNLV to repair aging infrastructure, update high-use spaces, and prepare the campus for the fall semester.
Here's a look at what changed over the past few months.
Tarkanian Way Maintenance
Drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists returning to the area aro
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UC Merced Launches Earth Institute, Uniting Climate and Environmental Research
MERCED, California, Sept. 15 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news:
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UC Merced Launches Earth Institute, Uniting Climate and Environmental Research
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UC Merced is deepening its investment in the fight against climate change, uniting scientific expertise across campus to help confront the effects of a changing planet.
Leading that effort is the Sierra Nevada Research Institute (SNRI), UC Merced's first Organized Research Unit, which has merged with the UC Mer
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UNLV Celebrates 9th Annual Art Walk 'Rebel Gold' Oct. 23
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 15 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news:
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UNLV Celebrates 9th Annual Art Walk 'Rebel Gold' Oct. 23
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The UNLV College of Fine Arts presents the 9th Annual UNLV Art Walk, a free event celebrating the arts, 5-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23.
The free event is open to the public and features art exhibitions, live music and dance performances, film demonstrations, theatre events, and much more as you walk along the academic mall of the UNLV
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Va. A.G. Jones Stops Trump Administration's Illegal USPS Mail Voting Rule
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 16 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jones Stops Trump Administration's Illegal USPS Mail Voting Rule
Supreme Court rules in favor of coalition, blocking chaotic and burdensome requirements on Virginia's vote-by-mail systems ahead of 2026 midterms
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RICHMOND, Va. - Attorney General Jay Jones and a coalition of 24 attorneys general and the Governor of Pennsylvania won in the Supreme Court, following t
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Westinghouse eVinci Microreactor Achieves Zero-Power High-Temperature Criticality
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania, Sept. 15 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Westinghouse Electric issued the following news release:
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Westinghouse eVinci(tm) Microreactor Achieves Zero-Power High-Temperature Criticality
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eVinci test reaches criticality at 663degC and peak core temperature of 1,011degC, turning physics into evidence and accelerating the pathway to microreactor commercialization
Cranberry Township, PA, September 15, 2026 - Westinghouse Electric Company has successfully comple
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