News published on Silver State Journal in August 2025

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging new conditions placed on Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grants.

Nevada sues Kik over alleged risks to children on social media app

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced a civil lawsuit against MediaLab.

Nevada attorney general backs continuation of national youth tobacco survey

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has joined a bipartisan group of 22 attorneys general in submitting a letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

National Restaurant Association releases new data on restaurant sector profit margins

Dampened customer traffic and persistent high costs have continued to impact restaurant profit margins, according to a new report from the National Restaurant Association.

Lake Spirit Award nominations open to honor stewards of Lake Tahoe

Nominations are now being accepted for the Lake Spirit Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to environmental stewardship in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

TMCC’s Summer Bridge helps first-generation students prepare for college success

Jeny Carpio, a participant in the Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) Summer Bridge – Success First program, overcame academic challenges to graduate from high school early and earn her associate degree in May 2025.

Scientists uncover new microbes in Antarctic subglacial lake Mercer

An international team of scientists has reported the discovery of previously unknown microbial communities living beneath the Antarctic ice sheet in Mercer Subglacial Lake.

Construction employment rises in most states but growth slows amid policy uncertainty

Construction employment rose in 31 states and the District of Columbia between July 2024 and July 2025, while 22 states added jobs from June to July, according to an analysis of federal data released by the Associated General Contractors of America.

Nevada DMV moves all drive test scheduling to WaitWell platform

By Silver State Journal | Aug 18, 2025

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced a change in its drive test scheduling process.

TMCC introduces watchlist series featuring campus milestones and new president

By Silver State Journal | Aug 18, 2025

This month, Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has introduced the TMCC Watchlist, a new segment highlighting recent activities and achievements on campus.

ACLU sues Nevada DMV over withheld ICE communications records

By Silver State Journal | Aug 15, 2025

The ACLU of Nevada has filed a lawsuit against the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), alleging that the agency has repeatedly refused to release records detailing its communications with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Tmcc expands hands-on training through its associate degree program in data science

By Silver State Journal | Aug 15, 2025

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is seeing increased interest in its Data Science program as students prepare for a future shaped by data-driven decision-making.

Western Nevada College names 76 students to summer 2025 Dean’s List

By Silver State Journal | Aug 15, 2025

Western Nevada College has announced that 76 students have earned a place on the 2025 Summer Dean’s List.

Nevada attorney general joins call for stronger privacy on Instagram's new location-sharing tool

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has joined a bipartisan group of 37 attorneys general urging Instagram to improve privacy protections related to its new location-sharing feature.

ACLU of Nevada plans legal action over government agency's ICE cooperation

The ACLU of Nevada has scheduled a press conference to announce a lawsuit against a government agency over concerns related to cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Tariff increases push up nonresidential construction material costs in July

The cost of materials and services used in nonresidential construction rose again in July, with the producer price index (PPI) increasing by 0.5 percent for the month and 2.6 percent compared to July 2024.

Electrify Nevada Accelerator completes first cohorts; applications open for next round

The Electrify Nevada Accelerator has completed its first round of cohorts and is now accepting applications for the next phase.

Leadership changes announced at key Nevada economic development organizations

Jim Barbee has been appointed as the new Executive Director of Churchill-Fallon Economic Development (CFED), and Danielle Casey will serve as the President & CEO of the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA).

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Jack C. Davis Observatory joins Cosmos in the Desert event at Lahontan State Recreation Area

Representatives from the Jack C. Davis Observatory, including Dr. Thomas Herring, will participate in the rescheduled Cosmos in the Desert event on Saturday, August 16 at Lahontan State Recreation Area’s Beach No. 3.

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United Way of Southern Nevada announces schedule of fall community events