The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is expanding its Direct File program, allowing more Nevada taxpayers to file taxes directly with the agency for free. The program, which enables individuals to calculate and submit their tax returns without relying on commercial tax preparation software, will be available during the 2025 filing season. Initially launched as a…

As the election approaches in Nevada, many residents are raising concerns over the state ballot harvesting practices and the integrity of the voting process. With a six-week election window and widespread mail-in ballots, questions about the safety and security of the system are becoming more pronounced. In Nevada, ballot harvesting allows individuals to collect multiple…

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will gather horses and burros near the California border northeast of Susanville starting Tuesday, October 1. The operation will last at least 15 days, removing approximately 870 horses from the rangeland. BLM officials say it is to bring the population closer to the appropriate management level. “While our gather…

Amber Howell, the former director of Washoe County Health and Human Services, has filed a $300,000 lawsuit against the county, alleging retaliation and discrimination after she reported federal policy violations. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Nevada, claims county employees targeted Howell after she flagged misconduct related to county housing programs. Howell states…

Just weeks before early voting and Election Day, Washoe County’s interim Registrar of Voters (ROV), Cari-Ann Burgess, has requested a leave of absence due to personal stress. The recommendation came from County Manager Eric Brown, who cited “self-identified personal stress” as the reason for the decision in an email sent to the Washoe County Board…

As Google expands its footprint in Storey County, its antitrust battle escalated as the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) opened its case against the tech giant in a Virginia courtroom, accusing it of monopolizing the online advertising market. Prosecutors claim that Google has dominated the infrastructure behind online ad sales, controlling more than 150,000 transactions…

A troubling disconnect between Nevada’s high school graduation rates and student proficiency levels in core subjects has raised questions about the state’s education system. While over 80 percent of Nevada’s high school students graduate, data reveals that only 20 percent are proficient in math, and less than 50 percent are proficient in math and English.…

During a Reno City Council meeting on Wednesday, August 28, a seemingly innocuous consent item sparked debate after Councilman Devon Reese proposed an amendment to item B.19., addressing management benefits for employees not covered by a collective bargaining agreement, with Reese adding a provision granting a six months severance pay and benefits to Assistant City…

The Nevada GOP, the Republican National Committee (RNC), the Trump campaign, and a Republican voter have filed a lawsuit against Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar, the Democratic National Committee, and the Nevada Democratic Party, alleging that non-citizens have been illegally allowed to register to vote and influence Nevada’s elections, in violation of state law,…

In September, nonpartisan voters narrowly surpassed Republicans in registering to vote in Nevada, while Democrats trailed in third place. According to the Nevada Secretary of State’s Office, the state saw an increase of 30,321 active registered voters during the month. Nonpartisan voters led the way with 9,141 new registrations, followed closely by Republicans at 9,071.…