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2/9/2026 8:01:23 AM

Council weighs major waste fee increase for residents

Sanitation Fee Increase Sparks Debate in RenoA proposed increase to residential sanitation fees is generating significant discussion among Reno residents and officials. The adjustment, if approved, wo...

2/6/2026 2:09:33 AM

Dawn Workouts Cleared: Gyms Can Now Open Before Sunrise

Philadelphia City Council Debates Overnight Business Curfew AmendmentA proposed amendment to Philadelphia's existing curfew law is sparking intense debate within City Council chambers. The measure, in...

2/5/2026 10:15:28 PM

Top Democrats Investigate Trump's Lucrative Mining Industry Holdings

Former President Calls for Domestic Mining Takeover in Re-election Pitch In a recent campaign speech, the former president made a striking declaration regarding the nation's mining industry, arguin...

2/2/2026 12:15:30 AM

Forget Mussolini; This Dark Historical Figure Mirrors Trump More

Beyond Labels: Examining the "F-Word" in Modern Political Discourse The term "fascist" has become a prominent, and often polarizing, feature of contemporary political debate, particularly in di...

1/29/2026 2:18:56 AM

Nevada Energy Leasing Hits Historic Lows, Opportunity Emerges

Federal Energy Revenues Decline, Raising Questions for Nevada's Public Lands A significant drop in revenue from energy production on federal lands is drawing attention in Nevada. According to recen...

1/28/2026 6:02:20 AM

How You Can Help Neighbors Survure This Brutal Cold Snap

Akron's Warming Centers Face Critical Test as Deep Freeze LingersWith temperatures plunging and a persistent wind chill gripping the region, emergency warming shelters across Akron are reporting unpre...

1/26/2026 4:07:16 AM

Your Plastic Fork's Days Are Numbered in New Jersey

New Jersey Enacts Sweeping Ban on Single-Use Plastics in Food Service TRENTON, N.J. – In a move set to significantly alter the daily operations of restaurants and food vendors, New Jersey has imple...

1/24/2026 10:04:36 PM

Meet Nevada's Top Aviator: The Guard's New Command Chief

Nevada's Top Fire Official Announces Departure, Cites Personal ReasonsThe seasoned leader at the helm of Nevada’s state firefighting agency is stepping down. After more than three decades of service, ...

2/9/2026 8:01:01 AM

Funds for Mental Health and Transit Projects Up for Vote

Washoe County Commission Addresses Land Use and Financial Oversight in Heated Session A recent meeting of the Washoe County Board of Commissioners grew tense as officials tackled a packed agenda fe...

2/5/2026 10:15:54 PM

Reno pays out half a million after police misconduct claims

Reno Settles Police Misconduct Claims for Over $1 Million in 18 Months The city of Reno has paid out more than a million dollars to resolve legal claims against its police department in the pas...

2/2/2026 12:16:07 AM

Will NJ’s New ICE Tracker Bring Real Transparency?

New Jersey Lawmaker's Viral Video Sparks Immigration Policy DebateA recent social media post from a New Jersey congressional representative has ignited a fierce conversation about border security and ...

1/30/2026 2:16:46 AM

New City Council Rules to Limit ICE Could Soon Take Effect

Philadelphia Council Advances Bill to Restrict City Involvement in Federal Immigration Enforcement A significant new proposal is moving forward in Philadelphia’s City Council, aiming to place firme...

1/28/2026 6:02:48 AM

The FirstEnergy Bribery Trial: A CEO's Downfall Unfolds

Former Utility CEO Faces Jury in Historic Bribery TrialThe criminal trial of a former top energy executive accused of masterminding what prosecutors call the largest bribery scheme in Ohio's political...

1/26/2026 4:07:43 AM

Reform Push After Governor Spares Child Murderer From Life Sentence

A Constitutional Shift in New Jersey's Pardon PowerIn a move that alters the balance of power between the executive and judicial branches, New Jersey has enacted a significant change to its state cons...

1/24/2026 10:05:01 PM

Nevada's Winter Slump: Why Our Snowpack is Vanishing

Nevada's Snowpack Lags, Raising Concerns for Water SupplyAs winter settles in, Nevada's mountain snowpack is painting a concerning picture for hydrologists and water managers. Statewide measurements i...

1/23/2026 8:05:50 PM

New Ambulance Deal Seals Faster Emergency Care for City

Washoe County Considers Crucial Ambulance Service OverhaulOfficials in Washoe County are currently weighing a significant decision on the future of emergency medical services. A key franchise agreemen...

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5/21/2026 3:20:28 PM

Solar panels and EVs felt like risks; now these homeowners see the payoff finally arriving.

Solar Panels and EVs: Calculated Risk Pays Off for HomeownersFor years, homeowners who invested upfront in rooftop solar panels and electric vehicles navigated a landscape of uncertainty, betting on l...

5/21/2026 3:20:03 PM

Traffic backs up for miles after semi overturns, closing multiple lanes on Alpine Avenue

Semi-Truck Accident Brings Alpine Avenue Traffic to a Standstill in WalkerA serious collision involving a large commercial vehicle caused major traffic delays on a primary thoroughfare in Walker on Th...

5/21/2026 3:19:51 PM

Teen healing after Fruitport VFW shooting; venue reveals renter booked space as 'family gathering'

Tragedy in Muskegon: Teen Stable After Incident at Local VFW PostIn a shocking turn of events over the weekend, a teenager is now recovering after a shooting occurred at a VFW Post in Fruitport Townsh...