State of Nevada
This is the podcast version of KNPR's State of Nevada. KNPR's State of Nevada is the essential public affairs broadcast to understand what's happening here. Newsmakers and experts give context to local issues; discussion and profile interviews explore the unique character — and characters — of our region. KNPR's State of Nevada is a daily conversation about this place we call home.
Latest Episodes
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Nevada has hundreds of boards and commissions whose members are chosen by government officials. So, why has the Nevada Wildlife Commission been scrutinized in recent years? -
Two weeks ago, Arizona's Supreme Court banned all abortions, except when a mother's life is in danger. State of Nevada looked at the potential impact on the medical community and more in Nevada. -
Adam Harris from The Atlantic Magazine discusses the challenges facing democracy, insights from young voters and the need for a greater focus on education. -
UNLV is hoping to expand its Jewish studies programs, as well as provide a place for Jewish faculty and staff to gather with the recent launch of a Jewish Affinity Group as part of their Division for Diversity Initiatives. -
The jam band and frequent Las Vegas performer uses the innovative venue to its fullest potential during the first of its four-night stand. -
The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada recently received 150 million in grants to overhaul the Maryland Parkway corridor in Las Vegas, along with additional millions to improve the Charleston Corridor. What type of improvements will this bring to two of Southern Nevada's busiest street corridors? -
Economists say the economy is booming, and inflation is finally going down; yet the housing market in Las Vegas is still too expensive for many Nevadans. How sustainable is this housing market and will interest rates go down even lower in 2024? -
Nevada Sen. Nicole Cannizzaro joined State of Nevada to answer questions from listeners on everything from business tax incentives to careless pet owners. -
Lake Tahoe is an ecological gym, the clearest lake in the United States. Residents there are working to maintain the lake's famous clarity. Their latest move involves purchasing an old Motel 6. -
Governor Lombardo says the state needs new money to shore up an account that pays for unanticipated expenses. He’s hinted at holding a special session to add money to that account.
